The Bushmaster III is a 35 mm automatic/semi-automatic cannon designed and built by Alliant Techsystems, based on the 25 mm M242 Bushmaster. The weapon has been selected as primary armament for the export versions of the CV90 infantry fighting vehicles (IFV) currently in service with the Danish, Dutch and Estonian armies.
Is the Bushmaster being developed for the Indonesian military?
In October 2016 it was announced that Australia and Indonesia would jointly develop a vehicle based on the Bushmaster for use by the Indonesian military. The vehicle, known as the Sanca, is manufactured by PT Pindad in collaboration with Thales.
How many Bushmasters are there in Australia?
On 12 May 2011 the Australian government announced the purchase of an additional 101 Bushmasters, in order to replace vehicles damaged on operations and to provide additional vehicles for training and operational use. A further order for 214 vehicles was announced in July 2012.
How dangerous is a Bushmaster?
Although seldom encountered, the bushmaster is dangerous, with a potentially lethal venom. Bushmaster (Lachesis muta).Dade Thornton—The National Audubon Society Collection/Photo Researchers. The bushmaster is a pit viper (subfamily Crotalinae).
The M242 Bushmaster is a 25 mm (25×137mm) chain-driven autocannon. It is used extensively by the U.S. military, as well as by NATO’s and some other nations’ forces in ground combat vehicles, such as the Bradley fighting vehicle and various watercraft.
Where is the M242 Bushmaster made?
M242 Bushmaster. Originally the weapon was designed and manufactured by Hughes Ordnance in Culver City, California, which was acquired by McDonnell Douglas (later acquired by the Boeing Corporation ); however it is now produced by Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems .
What is the maximum range of a Bushmaster chain gun?
Maximum firing range. 6,800 metres (22,300 ft) The M242 Bushmaster chain gun is a 25 mm (25×137mm) single-barrel chain-driven autocannon. It is used extensively by the U.S. military, such as in the Bradley fighting vehicle, as well as by other NATO members and some other nations in ground combat vehicles and various watercraft.
Can the Bushmaster III be converted to SuperShot 50?
Bushmaster III can be converted to a caliber of 50×319 mm, which involves changing the barrel and a few key parts, to use the SuperShot 50 cartridge. 1 Includes gun barrel, drive motor, recoil system and integral dual feeder.
