#m61a1

The M61A1 and M61A2 Gatlin guns are externally powered six-barrel 20mm Gatling gun systems that offer lightweight, highly lethal combat support for a variety of air, land and sea platforms.

The M61A1 and M61A2 increases multiple-hit probabilities when compared to single barrel guns operating at lower rates of fire. The M61A1 and M61A2 weapons provide reliability up to 10 times greater than single-barrel guns.

The M61A2 shares the same features as the M61A1, but is 20 percent lighter. The M61A2 will meet or exceed the M61A1 gun’s reliability, maintainability and supportability features. The M61A2 is available for applications where weapon system weight reduction is critical.

M61A1/M61A2 Specifications

Weight: 248 pounds (112.5 kg)

M61A1: 202 pounds (light barrel),

M61A2: 228 pounds (heavy barrel) (91.6, 103.4 kg)

Rate of fire: 4,000/6,000 shots per minute

Dispersion: 8 milliradians diameter, 80 percent circle

Muzzle velocity: 3,380 feet (1,030m) per second

Average recoil force:

— @ 4,000 shots per minute: 2,133 pounds (9.4 kN)

— @ 6,000 shots per minute: 3,200 pounds (14.2 kN)

Drive system: Hydraulic, electric, pneumatic