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How The A-10's Avenger Cannon Went From Terrible To Terrifying
For context, it's important to remember the immense power of the GAU-8/A Avenger. The gun unloads nearly 70 rounds every second and up to 3,900 rounds a minute, and each 30mm cartridge is the size ...
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America’s A-10 Warthog Is Still at War Against the Islamic State
The A-10 has an impressive rate of fire due to its hydraulically-driven GAU-8/A Avenger Gatling gun which is able to fire at a rate of 4,200 rounds per minute under the nose of the airframe.