FAM-2M
Notes:
This is a twin autocannon system used by the Chileans to protect its
airfields. There are no known
exports to date. Very early
versions used HS-820 cannons cannibalized from Vampire T.11 aircraft, but these
guns are now out of service and have been replaced by versions using twin KAD
autocannons. One of the best
features of the system is the degree of protection it gives the gunner; he is
almost totally enclosed in thick steel plating.
On the right side of the mounting is a small gasoline-powered generator
sufficient to supply power to the weapon’s elevation and traverse mechanisms.
The generator also has a battery backup.
The FAM-2M uses an optical sight that is about as advanced as one can get
without going to computerized sights.
In addition, up to four of these guns can be hooked to one radar for
centralized remote control.
Weapon |
Ammunition |
Crew |
Set Up Time |
Weight |
Price |
FAM-2M |
20mm KAD |
3 |
4 Minutes |
1700 kg |
$60845 |
Weapon |
ROF |
Magazine |
Range |
Round |
Damage |
Penetration |
FAM-2M |
20 |
200 Belt (x2) |
590 |
APDS |
4 |
4/3/3/2 |
|
20 |
200 Belt (x2) |
590 |
API |
4 |
2/2/2/1 |
|
20 |
200 Belt (x2) |
440 |
HE |
C1
B5 |
-4C |
|
20 |
200 Belt (x2) |
440 |
SHRAP |
C1
B8 |
-5C |