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127 mm K M/60
LvSa2 (1966-1990)
The 127 mm Gun K M/60 LvSa2 mounted on the
frigate
PEDER SKRAM,
notice the
HARPOON SSM launchers just aft of the turret, originally the frigates
were also equipped with an additional twin 127 mm turret in the "B"-position.
(Photo: Karsten Petersen)
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General Specification: |
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Danish Apellation: |
127 mm Gun K M/60 LvSa2 |
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Type of Origin: |
5"/38 Gun Mark
12 in Twin Mount Mark 38 |
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Primary Function: |
Air and sea target, coastal bombardment |
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Caliber: |
127 mm |
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Muzzle Velocity: |
760 m/sec. |
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Maximum Range: |
16,000 m at 45 degrees |
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Maximum Ceiling: |
11,000 m |
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Weight of Projectile: |
24 kilos |
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Ammunition Types: |
Charge and shell |
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Elevation: |
-15 degrees/+85 degrees |
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Lateral Elevation Speed: |
25 degrees/sec. |
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Vertical Elevation Speed: |
15 degrees/sec. |
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Rate of Fire: |
18 rounds/min. |
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Gun/Mounting: |
Semi automatic remote controlled gun in
twin mounting |
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Fire Control: |
n/a |
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Country of Origin: |
USA |
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Weapon or Weapon System
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Ship or Class: |
Number: |
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PEDER SKRAM Class, frigates (2) |
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1966-1990 |
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Notes: |
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The frigates were originally equipped
with to twin turrets, bu the "B"-turret was removed upon installation
of
HARPOON SSM launchers. |
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