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76 mm K M/61 LvSa (1962-2000)

76 mm Kanon M/61

The 76 mm gun M/61 on the offshore patrol frigate INGOLF,
the gun is here seen with the later mounted glass fibre shield.

(Photo: Archives of the Royal Danish Naval Museum)

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General Specification:

Danish Apellation:

76 mm Gun K M/61 LvSa

Type of Origin:

3 inch/50 Mark 22 in Mark 22 Mounting

Primary Function:

Sea and air targets

Caliber:

76 mm

Muzzle Velocity:

820 m/sec.

Maximum Range:

12,500 m at 45 degrees elevation

Maximum Ceiling:

8,950 m

Weight of Projectile:

5.9 kilos

Ammunition Types:

Shell

Elevation:

-13 degrees/+85 degrees

Lateral Elevation Speed:

n/a

Vertical Elevation Speed:

n/a

Rate of Fire:

16-20 rounds/min.

Gun/Mounting:

Manual controlled gun in a single mount

Fire Control:

n/a

Country of Origin:

USA

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Modifications:

The gun was originally in an open mount, but was later protected by a glass fibre shield, mostly to guard the gunners against the harsh environment in the North Atlantic waters.

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Weapon or Weapon System in use or used on:

Ship or Class:

Number:

In Service:

HVIDBJØRNEN Class, offshore patrol frigates (4)

1

1962 - 1992

BESKYTTEREN, offshore patrol frigate

1

1976 - 2000

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Notes:

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n/a

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