NPFC - MIL-G-45980
GUN, AIR DEFENSE ARTILLERY, 20MM: SELF-PROPELLED, M163A1
| Organization: | NPFC |
| Publication Date: | 2 March 1976 |
| Status: | active |
| Page Count: | 28 |
scope:
This specification covers one type of Air Defense Weapon System which consists of an electrically powered, six-barrel, 20 millimeter (mm) gun with linkless feed and ammunition system, radar range, lead computing sight and fire control system mounted in a full-tracked personnel carrier. The M163A1 Self-Propelled, 20MM, Air Defense Artillery Gun is hereafter referred to as the weapon system.
intended Use:
The M163A1 self-propelled gun, 20mm air-defense artillery is intended for, but not limited to, close range anti-aircraft cover or strafing operation.
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