ANTI-AIRCRAFT MACHINE GUN (NA5-R55)
The twin-barreled anti-aircraft gun is a robust and reliable air defense system designed to counter aerial threats with precision and speed. Mounted on a wheeled base for easy mobility, it combines mechanical engineering with tactical efficiency, making it suitable for both static defense and rapid deployment in the field. With its two long barrels, advanced aiming mechanisms, and operator's seat, the system enables continuous fire and accurate targeting of fast-moving aircraft. Its robust steel construction and military-grade finish ensure durability in harsh conditions, while manual and mechanical controls provide reliable operation even in environments where electronic systems may fail. This military system represents a classic of mid-20th-century military engineering, combining simplicity, reliability, and effectiveness. It remains a valuable piece of technology for training, historical display, and specialized defense applications.
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ANTI-AIRCRAFT MACHINE GUN (NA5-R55) |
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Key Features: |
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Design Origin: |
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This system was developed in the late 1950s as a more powerful and portable alternative to 14.5mm machine guns. |
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Mobility: |
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It is a towed system that can be converted to a stationary pedestal by raising its wheels onto three external supports in approximately 30 seconds. |
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Ammunition: |
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It uses 23 rounds of 152B caliber ammunition, mostly armor-piercing incendiary (API-T) and high-explosive incendiary (HEI-T) rounds, fed from two 50-round side boxes. |
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Wide Deployment: |
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Due to its low cost and reliability, this system is used by more than 20 armies and has been modified globally. |
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION |
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Weight in traveling position |
660 kg |
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Base weight of anti-aircraft cannon (without machine guns, ammunition canisters) |
487 kg |
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Weight of one 14.5x114mm machine gun |
50.2 kg |
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Weight of unloaded link belt for 150 cartridges |
5 kg |
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Weight of link belt loaded with 150 cartridges |
35.5 kg |
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Weight of ammunition can with link belt loaded |
41.5 kg |
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Weight of ammunition can |
6 kg |
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Weight of the barrel with flash suppressors |
19.7 kg |
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Length of the machine gun |
2000 mm |
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Aiming range |
2000 m |
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Maximum range |
8000 m |
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Maximum altitude |
5000 m |
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Technical rate of fire of anti-aircraft system (both |
1100-1200 rpm |
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Max. speed on road |
60 km/h |
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Combat/practical rate of fire (both MG) |
300 r/m |
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Muzzle velocity of bullets B132, BZT, BS 41, PZ and |
980 - 1010 m/s |
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Average weight of the cartridges |
200 g |
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Weight of bullets B132, BZT, BS 41, PZ and BST |
60-69 g |
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Length of the cartridge with the bullets |
156 mm |
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Dimensions in combat position (L/W/H) |
3900/1665/1100 mm |
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Dimensions in traveling position (L/W/H) |
3900/1665/1500 mm |
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Truck |
1480 mm |
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Clearance |
270 mm |
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Horizontal firing angle |
360° |
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Vertical firing angle |
From 15° up to +90° |
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Firing line height (elevation angle 0°) |
640 mm |
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Horizontal/Vertical |
56° sec / 35° sec. |
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Distance between barrel axis |
190 mm |
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Max. road speed |
20 km/h |