What is the Millennium 35mm naval gun system?
The Oerlikon Millennium 35mm Naval Gun System is a Close-in weapon system designed by Oerlikon (a Rheinmetall subsidiary) for mounting on ships. It is based on the new Oerlikon 35 mm revolver cannon land based Air defense system, and uses AHEAD ammunition.
What is the AM-35 naval gun?
The system consists of the AM-35 automatic gun, the integrated ZGS-158M tracking head, the SHO fire control post and the RSKO backup fire control post. The open architecture of the system, its modularity and scalability enable to integrate the system into the ships of various classes. In the AM-35 naval gun, the 35mm automatic cannon is applied.
Where is the Denel 35mm Dual Purpose gun used?
The Denel 35mm Dual Purpose Gun (35DPG) is a close-in weapon system (CIWS) for warships built in South Africa by Denel Land Systems. It is currently in service on the Valour class frigates of the South African Navy .
What does 35DPG stand for?
The Denel 35mm Dual Purpose Gun (35DPG) is a close-in weapon system (CIWS) for warships built in South Africa by Denel Land Systems. It is currently in service on the Valour class frigates of the South African Navy.
What is the weight of the Millennium Gun?
A Millennium gun and 252 rounds weighs 3,200 kg. The gun’s cupola is claimed to have a low radar cross section. The weapon is designed to be controlled by an external fire-control system using either radar or electro-optical trackers.
What is the Oerlikon Millennium Gun?
The Oerlikon Millennium Gun uses a 35mm revolver cannon and is a multi-mission weapon system designed for a wide operational spectrum covering anti-air, surface warfare and fire support, offering multi-role capabilities in one gun mount. Oerlikon Millennium Gun mounted on Royal Danish Navy HDMS Absalon.
What kind of ammo do millennium mountings use?
^ Millennium mountings generally use only AHEAD ammunition. ^ Tracer for APDS-T burns for 1.6 seconds, approximately equal to 2,190 yards (2,000 m). ^ The manufacturer claims that having 252 rounds on mount is enough for 10 to 20 aircraft engagements.