Rheinmetall-Borsig
MK 108 30mm Cannon
DESIGN DETAILS :
Rheinmetall-Borsig company; design began in 1940, service entry 1942.
The 30mm weapon, various ammunition were used (Armor piercing, fire, high explosive).
The most interesting feature is easy to maintain, there is little backlash
Disadvantage, not long-range, cartridge break during shooting.
LUFTWAFFE AIRCRAFT :
Focke-Wulf; FW-190, FW-152, FW-154, FW TA 183, FW TA 283, FW VOLKSJÄGER, FW "SUPER LORIN" , FW "FLITZER"
Messerschmitt; BF-109, BF-110, ME-163, ME-262, Me P.1092, ME P.1110, ME P.1111, ME P.1106
DATA :
Designation ........: MK 108
Maunfacturer ......: Rheinmetall-Borsig
Caliber ..................: 30mm
Length ..................: 1057 mm
Weight ..................: 58 kg
Rounds / Minute ..: 660
Muzzle Velocity ....: 500m - 540m
Projectile Weight ..: 33g
Cartridge Weight ..: 480g
