M256 smoothbore gun

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:weapon
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Abrams_Tank
gptkbp:associated_with modern armored warfare
M1 Abrams tank development
gptkbp:caliber 120 mm
gptkbp:crew gptkb:3
gptkbp:designed_by gptkb:Rheinmetall
gptkbp:developer derived from the German Rh-120
gptkbp:elevation -10 to +20 degrees
gptkbp:explores 360 degrees
gptkbp:exported_to several countries
gptkbp:fire_department computerized fire control system
gptkbp:first_introduced gptkb:Gulf_War
gptkbp:historical_significance key component of modern tanks
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label M256 smoothbore gun
gptkbp:influenced_by previous artillery designs
gptkbp:is_accessible_by gptkb:M1_Abrams_tank
gptkbp:is_countered_by multiple military operations
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:known_for high lethality against armored targets
gptkbp:length gptkb:APFSDS
gptkb:HEAT
HE
smoothbore
6.6 m
1,500 m/s
1,500 rounds
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular maintenance
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:General_Dynamics
gptkbp:modifications various upgrades available
gptkbp:notable_battle used in various conflicts
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:NATO_forces
gptkbp:number_of_rooms single chamber
gptkbp:operational_range up to 4,000 m
gptkbp:operational_status currently in service
gptkbp:performance high accuracy and penetration
gptkbp:project potential for new variants
gptkbp:rate_of_fire 10 rounds per minute
gptkbp:recoil hydraulic recoil system
gptkbp:reliability high
gptkbp:replaced_by gptkb:none
gptkbp:retirement_year changed tank combat dynamics
gptkbp:safety_features multiple safety mechanisms
gptkbp:sights day/night sight
gptkbp:speed manual loading
gptkbp:successor gptkb:none
gptkbp:technology advanced targeting systems
gptkbp:training requires specialized training
gptkbp:type gptkb:Baron
gptkbp:upgrades can be upgraded for new ammunition types
gptkbp:weight 2,500 kg
gptkbp:year_created gptkb:1980