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== Description ==
 
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The '''{{Specs|name}}'''  (shortened to '''{{Specs|pseudonym}}''') is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft gun {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.71 "New E.R.A."]]. As with any APC, it features light armour on a spacey vehicle, a good crew count, a decent gun and good mobility. Since there is no infantry to fight, the BTR is used as an AA in-game.
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The 30 mm ADEN is a British revolver cannon, and along with the [[ADEN Mk.4 (30 mm)|ADEN Mk.4]] is arguably one of the best 30 mm cannons in the game due to its extreme power, high rate of fire, decent accuracy and solid muzzle velocity. However, if the pilot is a bit too trigger happy, they might find themselves out of ammunition very quickly.
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The BTR-152 is an Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) on a six-wheeled, open-topped truck chassis, meaning unlike the Soviet truck-mounted anti-aircraft vehicles, it can survive low-calibre MG fire from ground vehicles. However, anything above 30 calibre doesn't have much trouble taking this vehicle down. It features a top-mounted twin [[KPVT (14.5 mm)|KPVT]] gun mount with good traverse and elevation rate. Something to note is the presence of the two spare loaders in the back. Inexperienced players, or those who don't know the structure of the BTR-152A, tend to repeatedly shoot the cab of the truck, leaving these two crew members relatively unharmed.
 
  
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=== Survivability and armour ===
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{{Specs-Tank-Armour}}
 
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While armour is nothing impressive for any BR, it is in no way rubbish or useless since it protects the crew from most light ground menaces such as machine-gun fire, most indirect artillery shrapnel, low-calibre HE shells and even some medium-range heavy machine gunfire. These light plates have some chances not detonating incoming APHE rounds, virtually turning them into pure AP shells. To maximize this effect, one should never face tanks upfront. It is recommended to always show side armour if fired at, as from the side, modules are quite spaced out. Avoid autocannons at all costs since any of them can shred this APC in no time from almost any angle. Anyways, in most scenarios, it is better recommended to '''just hit the gas''' and avoid any incoming shots/artillery fire.
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'''Armour type:'''
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{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Jet fighters'''}}{{Specs-Link|javelin_fmk9}}&nbsp;(Suspended){{-}}{{Specs-Link|scimitar_f1}}
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{{Navigation-Line|Hunter}}{{Specs-Link|hunter_f1}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|hunter_f6}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|hunter_f6_holland}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|hunter_f9_rhodesia}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|hunter_f50_sweden}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|hunter_f58_switzerland}}
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{{Navigation-Line|Lightning}}{{Specs-Link|lightning_f6}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|lightning_f53}}
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{{Navigation-Line|Swift}}{{Specs-Link|swift_f1}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|swift_f7}}
  
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! Armour !! Front (Slope angle) !! Sides !! Rear !! Roof
 
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| Hull || 13 mm (34-64°) ''Grille'' <br> 13 mm (41°) ''Windshield'' <br> 6 mm (84°) ''Hood'' || 10 mm (0-22°) ''Main hull''<br> 6 mm (0-38°) ''Wheel wells'' || 8 mm (0°) || N/A
 
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=== Available ammunition ===
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* '''Default:''' {{Annotation|AP|Armour-piercing}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HEI-T|High-explosive incendiary tracer}}
  
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An interesting feature that can provide any wise commander with a few hits is the BTR-152A's speed. This light APC can carry itself over the road at breakneck speeds, provided it can ride a paved road. In good circumstances, it can reach over 80 km/h and keep its good speed even while turning, due to its wheeled chassis. Offroad mobility is not bad, meaning it can easily follow medium and light tanks on any terrain, making for an effective flanker. Backwards, speed tops at -20 km/h, which is enough to get out of an ugly situation if needed. With its large wheels, this truck can cross some small trenches and rivers, where its GAZ and ZiS truck counterparts would ditch. This truck's centre of mass is quite low, allowing it to turn at high speeds without rolling.
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:: The default round that all players start with. With a mix of AP and HEI-T rounds, it can double as an "universal" belt going between air and ground targets.
  
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* '''Air targets:''' {{Annotation|HEF-I|High-explosive fragmentation incendiary}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HEI-T|High-explosive incendiary tracer}}
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:: As the name implies, this belt is the best for Air-to-Air combat due to the replacement of the AP rounds with the powerful HEF-I rounds.
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This is where this truck shines over its predecessor and followers: it has a higher rate of fire and more ammunition while retaining a good armour penetration and having a fully rotating turret (where the 72-K trucks are unable fire directly in front). Each ammo loadout can effectively engage tanks' sides with relative ease (at close range) and easily shred even heavy planes. The guns can fire for 10 seconds before overheating, or ~150 bullets, half of their magazine.
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* '''Ground targets:''' {{Annotation|AP|Armour-piercing}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HEI-T|High-explosive incendiary tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|AP|Armour-piercing}}
  
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:: Basically the default belt with one less HEI-T round. If ground attack is your intention, use the default belts.
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! colspan="6" | [[KPVT (14.5 mm)|14.5 mm KPVT]] (x2) || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || colspan="4" | Reloading rate (seconds)
 
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| rowspan="2" | 1,200 (150) || rowspan="2" | 600 || rowspan="2" | -5°/+89° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | N/A || 40.51 || 56.07 || 68.08 || 75.29 || 80.09 || rowspan="2" | 10.40 || rowspan="2" | 9.20 || rowspan="2" | 8.48 || rowspan="2" | 8.00
 
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* '''Stealth:''' {{Annotation|AP|Armour-piercing}}{{-}}{{Annotation|HEF-I|High-explosive fragmentation incendiary}}
  
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* '''Universal:''' {{Annotation|AP-I|Armour-piercing incendiary}}{{-}}{{Annotation|API-T|Armour-piercing incendiary tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|IAI|Immediate-action incendiary}} - This is the default belt in usage up until unlocking the API-T belt. It can effectively engage both tanks and planes but is not as good against tanks as the API-T belt.
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:: Sacrifices the HEI-T rounds for AP shells in order to preserve stealth. Best option if you value the "surprise" factor, but otherwise use the Air Targets belt.
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* '''API-T:''' {{Annotation|API-T|Armour-piercing incendiary tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|AP-I(c)|Armour-piercing incendiary (cermet core)}}{{-}}{{Annotation|API-T|Armour-piercing incendiary tracer}}{{-}}{{Annotation|IAI|Immediate-action incendiary}} - Once unlocked, this is the best belt for dealing with both ground and air targets. 1/4 of its bullets can rip through some side armour (close range) at this BR. Another 1/4 of this belt is specifically purposed against planes. The last 1/2 is general-purpose API-T, ''okay'' but not ''good'' against either tanks and planes.
 
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* '''IAI:''' {{Annotation|IAI|Immediate-action incendiary}}{{-}}{{Annotation|API-T|Armour-piercing incendiary tracer}} - Specific belt for hunting planes, 1/2 of this belt is IAI ammo, which has no penetration but sets fires to planes quite easily. In emergency situations, can be used against tanks.
 
  
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Due to the good muzzle velocity, amazing fire rate and brutal damage, the ADEN is the ideal cannon for any situation the pilot might find themselves in. Their flexible nature allows for many play styles and can cater to engagement. The high rate of fire and adequate muzzle velocity combined with the bullet's power makes it a solid dogfighting weapon, or it can use its great damage and bullet hose tendencies to light up bombers of all kinds, as an initial burst is usually enough to down any plane when aimed well.
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As an AA vehicle, this thing is deadly to CAS that gets close. The MGs have good RPM and a good spread which is important in AA. As long as you lead correctly this vehicle can be used to shield you from 250 lbs - 1,000 lbs from the Allied aircraft or the 500 kg from the Germans. If down-tiered, it should do alright against most tanks as it has quite good penetration, but if up-tiered, you need to get on the sides or rear of most tanks.
 
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Stick close to the middle of the pack, but not too close to anyone to avoid becoming too obvious a target for tanks or aircraft. It is a good idea to stay close to the front lines, to help protect against aircraft and spot enemy tanks. It does have somewhat poor ammo capacity, so one might benefit from staying on a point to reload while swatting planes out of the sky.
 
  
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This vehicle can easily be used as a frontline AA and skilled players can even flank with such a truck.
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Versus fighters, you want to aim for centre mass, preferably near the cockpit or engine in order to ensure the most bullets hit the target, and one does not have to worry about shots going into the fuselage being useless due to the explosiveness of the rounds. Versus bombers, you want to aim for the wings and engines when approaching from a non-head on angle, as you can very easily shred through wings, taking out the bomber by extension.
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Stick to allies and watch the skies. Team play is key with this SPAA since it cannot effectively destroy most ground targets from the front; it will often have to rely on ally firepower. When the battle gets hot, do not hesitate to hit the gas and reach cover while keeping an eye on the sky. Watch out for fighters since they will try to strafe this juicy open-topped target. Loading the API-T belt is recommended, as it can engage both tanks and planes (both of them can appear in sight at any moment).
 
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Be sneaky. Any tank can end this truck (or at least critically damage it) at any range. Use the road to maximize mobility and strike quickly. Take out tanks by their sides, empty your magazines and retreat to cover, and make sure to not stay in the same spot for too long. If the enemy knows your presence (turret turned towards you), abort flanking manoeuvres and return to the safety of the team.
 
  
 
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* Fast rate of fire, effective anti-aircraft capacity
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* Brutal damage per shell - can disintegrate even heavy bombers in a well-aimed burst
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* Relatively high ammo count
  
 
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'''WWII Autocannon Development'''
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During WWII, the German firm Mauser developed a new design of autocannon relying on a motorized gas-driven firing mechanism instead of a traditional firing system in order to maximize fire rate. They dubbed the cannon the "Mauser MG 213" and continuously matured the design with improvements such as the replacement of the revolver cassette to a diagonal cam with a follower.
  
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The BTR (Russian: Бронетранспортер/Bronetransporter or "armoured transport") was a modified design according to the ZiS-151 truck. It features a 6x6 chassis with an additional 5 tons of sloped armour. The mobility and speed were inferior to the original ZiS-151 truck, but it relied on more protection, which was vital than speed. By 1960, the model had been significantly improved in terms of characteristics.
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Unfortunately, by the time the MG 213 was proposed, the German outcome of the war was clear and they had lacked the ability to waste valuable resources on an extremely complicated cannon when the already in use [[MG 151/20 (20 mm)|MG 151/20]], [[MK 108 (30 mm)|MK 108]] and [[MK 103 (30 mm)|MK 103]] preformed quite amicably. Mauser continued to work on their design until the war ended, and the project was subsequently abandoned.
  
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The BTR-152 became the main Soviet armoured personnel carrier (APC) which was then replaced by the 8x8 model BTR-60 later on. The BTR-152A was the SPAAG variant with a double ZPTU-2 or quadruple ZPTU-4 KPVT 14.5 mm heavy machine guns set up.
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In terms of aesthetics, the vehicle was influenced by US and German half-tracks, while utilising regular tires instead of tracks. The engine was at the front and the radiator was protected with armoured shutters. There were 10 fire points with pistol ports allowing protection for the crew.
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After the war ended, the MG 213 became well known among many armament circles and many firearms firms saw its potential, so they took up the design. A common 30x113 mm shell was designed in order to improve the poor muzzle velocity of the MK 108 round, 540 m/s versus the new design's 790 m/s. The new shell's muzzle velocity was only a tad bit slower than the 20 mm contemporary, the [[Hispano Mk.V (20 mm)|Hispano Mk.V]]'s 840 m/s, making it suitable for dogfighting and for use versus larger targets. Thanks to the motorized firing mechanism, the effective rate of fire on the revolver cannon was 1,300, a significant improvement over the already fast-firing Hispano Mk.V.
  
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Despite being 70 years old as of March 2020, BTR-152s still see service worldwide. Most are in use by Syria at around 600 in service, followed by North Korea with 300. The BTR-152A is likely also still in service as well. One of its most notable uses was by the Ethiopian Army during the Ogaden War (1977-1978).
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'''British Design'''
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After seeing the destructive potential of the revolver cannon and its new shells, the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield rapidly set up production and development of the cannon. The cannon was named ADEN, a combination of the shortening of the Armament Development Establishment and the N for Enfield. First entering production with the [[Hunter F 1|Hawker Hunter]], the cannon was then armed on every British gun-armed aircraft until the 1980's. Four official variants were produced until the type's eventual discontinuation, although a fifth variant was designed improving the fire rate to 1,500-1,700 RPM, but was never fully realized. No new variants of the Mk.5 ADEN cannon were produced, but the older models were upgraded to fit these parameters, redesignated as the "Mk 5 Straden".
  
 
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== See also ==
 
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Description

The 30 mm ADEN is a British revolver cannon, and along with the ADEN Mk.4 is arguably one of the best 30 mm cannons in the game due to its extreme power, high rate of fire, decent accuracy and solid muzzle velocity. However, if the pilot is a bit too trigger happy, they might find themselves out of ammunition very quickly.

Vehicles equipped with this weapon

Vehicles equipped with this weapon
Jet fighters  Javelin F.(A.W.) Mk.9 (Suspended) · Scimitar F Mk.1
Hunter  Hunter F.1 · Hunter F.6 · ◘Hunter F.6 · Hunter FGA.9 · J34 · ◌Hunter F.58
Lightning  Lightning F.6 · Lightning F.53
Swift  Swift F.1 · Swift F.7

General info

Tell us about the tactical and technical characteristics of the cannon or machine gun.

Available ammunition

  • Default: AP · HEI-T
The default round that all players start with. With a mix of AP and HEI-T rounds, it can double as an "universal" belt going between air and ground targets.
  • Air targets: HEF-I · HEI-T
As the name implies, this belt is the best for Air-to-Air combat due to the replacement of the AP rounds with the powerful HEF-I rounds.
  • Ground targets: AP · HEI-T · AP
Basically the default belt with one less HEI-T round. If ground attack is your intention, use the default belts.
  • Stealth: AP · HEF-I
Sacrifices the HEI-T rounds for AP shells in order to preserve stealth. Best option if you value the "surprise" factor, but otherwise use the Air Targets belt.

Penetration statistics
Ammunition Penetration @ 0° Angle of Attack (mm)
10 m 100 m 500 m 1,000 m 1,500 m 2,000 m
HEI-T 4 4 4 4 4 4
AP 37 34 22 13 8 5
HEF-I 4 4 4 4 4 4
Shell details
Ammunition Velocity
(m/s) 		Projectile
mass (kg) 		Fuse delay
(m) 		Fuse sensitivity
(mm) 		Explosive mass
(TNT equivalent) (g) 		Ricochet
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HEI-T 810 0.25 0.2 0.1 89.6 79° 80° 81°
AP 795 0.27 - - - 47° 60° 65°
HEF-I 810 0.24 0.2 0.1 89.6 79° 80° 81°

Comparison with analogues

Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.

Usage in battles

Due to the good muzzle velocity, amazing fire rate and brutal damage, the ADEN is the ideal cannon for any situation the pilot might find themselves in. Their flexible nature allows for many play styles and can cater to engagement. The high rate of fire and adequate muzzle velocity combined with the bullet's power makes it a solid dogfighting weapon, or it can use its great damage and bullet hose tendencies to light up bombers of all kinds, as an initial burst is usually enough to down any plane when aimed well.

Versus fighters, you want to aim for centre mass, preferably near the cockpit or engine in order to ensure the most bullets hit the target, and one does not have to worry about shots going into the fuselage being useless due to the explosiveness of the rounds. Versus bombers, you want to aim for the wings and engines when approaching from a non-head on angle, as you can very easily shred through wings, taking out the bomber by extension.

Pros and cons

Pros:

  • High rate of fire
  • Brutal damage per shell - can disintegrate even heavy bombers in a well-aimed burst
  • Can fit many roles on the battlefield due to AP shells which can penetrate 37 mm of armour
  • Tied with the French DEFA cannons for highest burst mass in the game
  • Fairly accurate
  • Amazing belts
  • Relatively high ammo count

Cons:

  • Chews through ammo due to the ludicrous rate of fire
  • Requires some trigger discipline
  • Sub-par muzzle velocity, especially compared to the 20 mm M61 or 20 mm M39A1 cannons
  • Muzzle heat (after long bursts) significantly hampers accuracy

History

WWII Autocannon Development

During WWII, the German firm Mauser developed a new design of autocannon relying on a motorized gas-driven firing mechanism instead of a traditional firing system in order to maximize fire rate. They dubbed the cannon the "Mauser MG 213" and continuously matured the design with improvements such as the replacement of the revolver cassette to a diagonal cam with a follower.

Unfortunately, by the time the MG 213 was proposed, the German outcome of the war was clear and they had lacked the ability to waste valuable resources on an extremely complicated cannon when the already in use MG 151/20, MK 108 and MK 103 preformed quite amicably. Mauser continued to work on their design until the war ended, and the project was subsequently abandoned.

After The War

After the war ended, the MG 213 became well known among many armament circles and many firearms firms saw its potential, so they took up the design. A common 30x113 mm shell was designed in order to improve the poor muzzle velocity of the MK 108 round, 540 m/s versus the new design's 790 m/s. The new shell's muzzle velocity was only a tad bit slower than the 20 mm contemporary, the Hispano Mk.V's 840 m/s, making it suitable for dogfighting and for use versus larger targets. Thanks to the motorized firing mechanism, the effective rate of fire on the revolver cannon was 1,300, a significant improvement over the already fast-firing Hispano Mk.V.

British Design

After seeing the destructive potential of the revolver cannon and its new shells, the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield rapidly set up production and development of the cannon. The cannon was named ADEN, a combination of the shortening of the Armament Development Establishment and the N for Enfield. First entering production with the Hawker Hunter, the cannon was then armed on every British gun-armed aircraft until the 1980's. Four official variants were produced until the type's eventual discontinuation, although a fifth variant was designed improving the fire rate to 1,500-1,700 RPM, but was never fully realized. No new variants of the Mk.5 ADEN cannon were produced, but the older models were upgraded to fit these parameters, redesignated as the "Mk 5 Straden".

Media

Videos
Top 7 Autocannons discusses the ADEN (30 mm) at 05:39 - War Thunder Official Channel

See also

External links


Germany aircraft cannons
15 mm  MG 151
20 mm  MG 151 · MG C/30L · MG FF · MG FF/M
27 mm  Mauser BK27
30 mm  Hispano HS 825 · MK 101 · MK 103 · MK 108
37 mm  BK 3.7
50 mm  BK 5 · Mk.214a
75 mm  BK 7.5
  Foreign:
20 mm  Hispano Mk.V (Britain) · M24A1 (USA) · M61A1 (USA) · ShVAK (USSR)
23 mm  GSh-23L (USSR) · NR-23 (USSR) · VYa-23 (USSR)
30 mm  DEFA 552 (France) · GSh-30-1 (USSR) · GSh-30-2K (USSR) · NR-30 (USSR)
37 mm  N-37D (USSR)

Britain aircraft cannons
20 mm  Hispano Mk.I · Hispano Mk.II · Hispano Mk.V · Oerlikon KAD-B
25 mm  ADEN 25
30 mm  ADEN · ADEN Mk.4
40 mm  Rolls-Royce Type BH · Vickers S
47 mm  Vickers P
57 mm  Molins Class M
  Foreign:
20 mm  GI2 (South Africa) · Hispano 404 (France) · M61A1 (USA)
27 mm  Akan m/85 (Sweden) · Mauser BK27 (Germany)
30 mm  M230E-1 (USA)

Sweden aircraft cannons
20 mm  Akan m/41A · Akan m/45 · Akan m/47B · Akan m/47C · Akan m/49 · Oerlikon FF
27 mm  Akan m/85
30 mm  Akan m/55 · Akan m/75
57 mm  Akan m/47
  Foreign:
20 mm  MG FF (Germany) · MG 151 (Germany)
23 mm  GSh-23L (USSR)
30 mm  2A42 (USSR) · M230E-1 (USA) · MK 108 (Germany)

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