Ho-401 cannon

Ho-401 was a Japanese aircraft autocannon that saw limited, if any, use during World War II. It was a large-caliber version of the 37 mm Ho-203 cannon. The cannon was used on the ground attack aircraft, Kawasaki Ki-102.

Ho-401 cannon
TypeAircraft cannon
Place of originImperial Japanese army
Service history
WarsWorld War II
Specifications
Mass150 kg (330 lb)
Length2,000 mm (79 in)
Barrel length800 mm (31 in)

Cartridge57 x 121R (1,550 g)
Calibre57 mm (2.2 in)
ActionShort recoil-operated
Rate of fire80 rounds/min
Muzzle velocity495 m/s (1,620 ft/s)
Feed system16-round drum

Specifications

  • Caliber: 57 mm (2.25 in)
  • Ammunition: 57 x 121R (1,550 g)
  • Weight: 150 kg (330 lb)
  • Rate of fire: 80 rounds/min
  • Muzzle velocity: 495 m/s (1,624 ft/s)

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