Longbow loader

1998-12-23T00:00:00

A Boeing-developed ammunition loading system for the AH-64D Longbow Apache's M30 Chain Gun automatic cannon has entered service with the US Army's 1-227th Attack Battalion. The "Sideloader" 30mm loading system enables soldiers to load 11-round strips of bulk ammunition directly into the gun. Using the system, one crew member will ...

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