EX-17 Heligun
Two-barrel 7.62 mm calibre machine gun / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Hughes EX-17 "Heligun" is a double-barrel 7.62 mm calibre machine gun.[1][2][3] The weapon is gas-operated and was developed by Hughes Aircraft for use in the OH-6 recon helicopter.[1]
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EX-17 Heligun | |
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Type | Machine gun |
Place of origin | United States |
Production history | |
Manufacturer | Hughes Aircraft Company |
Specifications | |
Mass | 13,6– 15 kg |
Length | 760 mm |
Cartridge | 7.62×51mm NATO |
Caliber | 7.62 mm |
Barrels | 2 |
Action | Gas operated |
Rate of fire | 4000-6000 rpm |
Feed system | Belt |
Sights | 7 |
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