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versions used HS-820 cannons cannibalized from Vampire T.11 aircraft, but these guns are now out of service and have been replaced by versions using twin KAD autocannons.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