Bofors L70 Type B 40mm Automatic Cannon

The L70 entered Swedish service in the 1950s and was based from the earlier Bofors L60, which saw service in World War II. The Bofors was one of the most popular medium-weight anti-aircraft systems during World War II and was used by both the Allies and Axis nations in World War II.

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Bofors L70 40mm
Automatic Cannon

This Swedish Bofors Type B, 40 mm AA gun was the first radar guided antiaircraft system purchased by Israel. It has a rate of fire of 320 rounds per minute and an effective range of 4000 meters.

 

 
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