Emplaced Minigun

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:weapon
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Rampart
gptkbp:accessories Various mounting and aiming accessories
gptkbp:armament gptkb:M134_Minigun
gptkbp:broadcasts Belt-fed
gptkbp:caliber 7.62 mm
gptkbp:combat_role Suppression fire
gptkbp:cooling_system Air-cooled
gptkbp:country United States, other NATO countries
gptkbp:deployment Static or mobile deployment
gptkbp:designed_by gptkb:General_Electric
gptkbp:features Multiple barrels for high rate of fire
gptkbp:fighting_style High combat effectiveness
gptkbp:fire_department Remote control or manual
gptkbp:first_introduced 1960s
gptkbp:historical_event Used in various conflicts since introduction
gptkbp:historical_significance Iconic weapon in modern warfare
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Emplaced Minigun
gptkbp:is_accessible_by gptkb:automobile
gptkbp:is_popular_in Featured in movies and video games
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:length gptkb:NATO_standard_ammunition
approximately 20 inches
approximately 49 inches
gptkbp:lens_type Tripod, vehicle, aircraft
gptkbp:maintenance Requires regular maintenance
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:General_Dynamics
gptkbp:modifications Can be modified for different platforms
gptkbp:notable_battle Used extensively in ground support roles.
gptkbp:operating_system gptkb:automobile
gptkbp:operational_range Effective in various terrains
gptkbp:power_output gptkb:Electricity
gptkbp:range 2000 meters
gptkbp:rate_of_fire 2000 rounds per minute
gptkbp:recoil Low recoil
Gatling-style
gptkbp:reliability High reliability
gptkbp:safety_features Manual safety switch
gptkbp:training Specialized training required
gptkbp:transportation Requires vehicle or trailer for transport
gptkbp:type gptkb:weapon
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:Gulf_War
gptkb:Vietnam_War
gptkb:Iraq_War
gptkbp:weight approximately 85 pounds