Engineering:Komodo Armament Eli gun

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Short description: Indonesian six-barrel rotary machine gun
Eli gun
TypeRotary machine gun
Place of originIndonesia
Italy
Service history
WarsNone
Production history
DesignerKomodo Armament
ManufacturerKomodo Armament
Produced2014–present
Specifications
Mass68 lb (31 kg) system weight, 43 lb (20 kg) gun only
Length38 in (970 mm)
Barrel length23.5 in (600 mm)
Width13.4 in (340 mm)
Height11.2 in (280 mm)

Cartridge7.62×51mm NATO
Calibre7.62 mm (0.308 in)
Barrels6
ActionExternal electric power
Rate of fireVariable, 3,000–4,000 rpm
Feed system7.62 linked ammunition belt

Eli gun is an Indonesian six-barrel rotary machine gun made by local manufacturer PT Komodo Armament Indonesia. It can be used for various land, air, and sea vehicles. As a modular system, it is easily adapted to any existing platform. It uses 7.62x51 mm NATO ammunition.[1]

History

The first prototype was unveiled in Indo Defence 2014 Expo & Forum. The weapon was a result of cooperation between Indonesia and Italy.[2]

Potential contracts

  • A total of 200 units was reported to be ordered by undisclosed Middle Eastern countries.[2] No signed deal available.
  • Previously, the government of Italy was rumored to have bought 100 units,[3] but no signed deal is confirmed.

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