The M230 Chaingun is a chain-fed, hydraulically actuated 30mm autocannon attached to the underside of the aircraft. It primarily fires M789 High Explosive Dual Purpose rounds, which are capable of engaging infantry, mechanised / motorised units and lighter armoured targets.

When not in use or in the case of hydraulics failure, the weapon system will move to a stowed position of 11 degrees up through its spring loading mechanism. It will only move from this position after being actioned by either operator of the aircraft.

M230
A WASed M230 on the ground

Usage

The M230 can be selected by pressing 1.

When viewing it through the TADS, you can press T to use the LRFD to automatically compensate for range and velocity to target.

The M230 will aim at whatever your selected sight is.

30mm Engagment Sequence

To engage a target with 30mm, use the following sequence, known as SWARM:

  1. Sight - Select HMD Shift + 1, TADS Shift + 2 or FCR Shift + 4
  2. Weapon - WAS (Weapon Action Switch) the Gun 1
  3. Arm - The aircraft by pressing 4, verify ARM indication on WPN page
  4. Range - Single Detent Range T if stationary or Continuous Lase (Second Detent) (G) if moving. Verify outside of minimum (500m), within maximum (4200m)
  5. Messages - Verify round count, Mode (NORM/FXD) and no EL LIMIT or AZ LIMIT, etc. displayed
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