Fajr-27

Fajr-27

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caliber=76 mm (Medium)
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rate= 85 rds/min
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The Fajr 27 cannon system is a domestically manufactured Iranian rapid fire cannon. [ [http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2006/09/27/africa/ME_GEN_Iran_Military.php Iran launches production of dual-purpose cannon - iht,africa,Iran Military - Africa & Middle East - International Herald Tribune ] ]

The cannon was publicly unveiled for the first time in September 2006. During the ceremonies the Iranian defence minister, General Mostafa Mohammad-Najjar, was reported to have said "The cannon Fajr-27 has the capability of automatically firing 85 76-milimeter bullets per minute" He reportedly added that the cannon has an aerial range of 7,010 (23,000 feet) meters and a 17-kilometer (10.5-mile) surface range. Mohammad-Najjar said the gun could swiftly react against any surface or air strikes. [http://www.kuwaittimes.net/Navariednews.asp?dismode=article&artid=1796864615]

ee also

*Military of Iran
*Iranian military industry
*Current Equipment of the Iranian Army

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