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How does the M242 work?
Unlike most automatic firearms, the M242 does not depend on gas or recoil to actuate its firing system. Instead, it uses a 1 hp (0.75 kW) DC motor, positioned in the receiver to drive the chain and dual-feed system. This system uses sprockets and extractor grooves to feed, load, fire, extract, and eject rounds.
How much does a 25mm round weight?
| M791 – Armor Piercing Discarding Sabot Trace (APDS-T) | |
|---|---|
| Round Length | 223 mm |
| Projectile Weight | 134 gm |
| Penetrator Weight | 102 gm |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1345 m/sec. |
How heavy is a Bradley barrel?
Barrel assembly. 89.9 lb (40.8 kg).
Why is it called a chain gun?
A chain gun is a type of machine gun/autocannon that uses an external source of power to cycle the weapon’s action, rather than diverting excess energy from the cartridges’ propellant as in a typical automatic firearm, and does so via a continuous loop of chain drive similar to that used on a motorcycle or bicycle.
What is the difference between the M2 and M3 Bradley?
The M2 holds a crew of three (a commander, a gunner, and a driver) along with six fully equipped soldiers. The M3 mainly conducts scout missions and carries two scout troopers in addition to the regular crew of three, with space for additional BGM-71 TOW missiles.
What size gun does the Bradley have?
The vehicle is armed with a 25mm cannon, effective against most armored targets, and with the TOW missile, effective against lightly armored targets out to its maximum range of 3,750 meters (2.3 miles).
What is the armament of the M2 Bradley?
Armament: 25 mm M242 chain gun; TOW anti-tank missile; 7.62 mm M240C machine gun The M2 and M3 Bradley FIghting Vehicle is a lightly armored, fully tracked transport vehicle that provides cross-country mobility, mounted firepower and protection from artillery and small-arms fire. It is used in mechanized infantry and armored cavalry combat.
What is a 25mm Bradley gun used for?
M242 25-MM AUTOMATIC GUN The Bradley’s main armament is the M242, 25-mm, fully automatic, externally powered gun (Figure 1-1). It is used to destroy lightly armored vehicles and aerial targets (helicopters and slow-flying aircraft). It is also used to suppress enemy positions (such as troops in the open, in dug-in positions, and in built-up areas).
Is 25mm compatible with the M242 chain gun?
25mm family has been qualified as interoperable in the M242 Chain Gun and the Oerlikon KBA BO2 Canon Systems utilizing the 25mm cannons include: the M2/M3 Bradley, MK38 Naval Gun, ASLAV, LAV-25/LAV-AD, Desert Warrior, M113 APC with 25mm Gun Turret, and other light armored vehicles.
What kind of weapons does a Bradley crew use?
Crews must be technical experts on each weapon system and its capabilities. 1-3. M242 25-MM AUTOMATIC GUN The Bradley’s main armament is the M242, 25-mm, fully automatic, externally powered gun (Figure 1-1). It is used to destroy lightly armored vehicles and aerial targets (helicopters and slow-flying aircraft).