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Colt Mk 12 cannon
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The Colt Mk 12 is a 20 mm autocannon that was widely used by the United States Navy after World War II.
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![]() Mk 12 cannon of a RNZAF Douglas A-4K Skyhawk. | |
Type | Autocannon |
Place of origin | United States |
Service history | |
In service | 1950s – present |
Wars | Vietnam War Falklands War Gulf War |
Production history | |
Designer | Colt's Manufacturing Company |
Manufacturer | Colt's Manufacturing Company |
Specifications | |
Mass | 46.0 kg (101.4 lb) |
Cartridge | 20×110mm USN |
Caliber | 20 mm (0.787 in) |
Action | Gas-operated reloading |
Rate of fire | 1,000 rpm |
Muzzle velocity | 1,010 m/s (3,300 ft/s) |
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