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The '''12.7cm/40 Type 89''' was a Japanese heavy anti-aircraft gun introduced before World War II. Well-regarded as an anti-air weapon, it replaced the [[Type 10 naval gun|12cm/45 Type 10]] as the standard heavy AA gun aboard cruisers, battleships, and carriers, as well as serving as the primary armament of the ''Matsu''-class destroyers. The vast majority of Type 89s were used twin mounts, though the ''Matsu''-class featured a forward single-mount and rear twin. Some Type 89s were also used on land, both twins and singles. | The '''12.7cm/40 Type 89''' was a Japanese heavy anti-aircraft gun introduced before World War II. Well-regarded as an anti-air weapon, it replaced the [[Type 10 naval gun|12cm/45 Type 10]] as the standard heavy AA gun aboard cruisers, battleships, and carriers, as well as serving as the primary armament of the ''Matsu''-class destroyers. The vast majority of Type 89s were used twin mounts, though the ''Matsu''-class featured a forward single-mount and rear twin. Some Type 89s were also used on land, both twins and singles. | ||
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*'''Muzzle velocity''': 720–725 meters per second (2,360–2,380 ft/s) | *'''Muzzle velocity''': 720–725 meters per second (2,360–2,380 ft/s) | ||
*'''Maximum firing range''': 9,440 meters (30,970 ft) at 90° (AA ceiling), 14,800 meters (48,600 ft) at 45° | *'''Maximum firing range''': 9,440 meters (30,970 ft) at 90° (AA ceiling), 14,800 meters (48,600 ft) at 45° | ||
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!align=center bgcolor=#D0E7FF width="300"|'''Note''' | !align=center bgcolor=#D0E7FF width="300"|'''Note''' | ||
!align=center bgcolor=#D0E7FF width="100"|'''Release Date''' | !align=center bgcolor=#D0E7FF width="100"|'''Release Date''' | ||
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|''[[Yakuza 6: The Song of Life]]''|| || || 2016 | |''[[Yakuza 6: The Song of Life]]''|| || || 2016 | ||
Latest revision as of 08:26, 6 July 2023
The 12.7cm/40 Type 89 was a Japanese heavy anti-aircraft gun introduced before World War II. Well-regarded as an anti-air weapon, it replaced the 12cm/45 Type 10 as the standard heavy AA gun aboard cruisers, battleships, and carriers, as well as serving as the primary armament of the Matsu-class destroyers. The vast majority of Type 89s were used twin mounts, though the Matsu-class featured a forward single-mount and rear twin. Some Type 89s were also used on land, both twins and singles.
Specifications
(1932 - 1945)
- Type: Naval gun, anti-aircraft gun
- Place of origin: Empire of Japan
- In service: 1932–45
- No. built: ~1500
- Variants: Type 88
- Mass: 3,100 kilograms (6,834 lb)
- Barrel length: 5,080 millimeters (16 ft 8 in) (bore length)
- Shell: 127x580mmR
- Shell weight: 20.9–23.45 kilograms (46.1–51.7 lb)
- Caliber: 12.7-centimeter (5.0 in)
- Breech: horizontal breech block
- Elevation: -8° to +90°
- Rate of fire: 8-14 rounds per minute
- Muzzle velocity: 720–725 meters per second (2,360–2,380 ft/s)
- Maximum firing range: 9,440 meters (30,970 ft) at 90° (AA ceiling), 14,800 meters (48,600 ft) at 45°
The Type 89 naval gun and variants can be seen in the following films, television series, video games, and anime used by the following actors:
Film
| Title | Actor | Character | Notes | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tora! Tora! Tora! | 1970 | |||
| Midway | 2019 |
Anime
| Title | Character | Note | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strike Witches 2 | Twin mounts on Chitose-class carriers, Yamato-class battleship, and Takao-class cruisers | 2010 | |
| Strike Witches: The Movie | Twin mounts on Yamato-class battleship | 2012 | |
| Strike Witches: Operation Victory Arrow | Twin mounts on Yamato-class battleship | 2014-2015 | |
| In this Corner of the World | 2016 | ||
| Brave Witches | Twin mounts on Shoukaku-class carriers and Takao-class cruiser | 2016-2017 |
Video Game
| Game Title | Appears as | Note | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Orchestra 2: Rising Storm | 2013 | ||
| Yakuza 6: The Song of Life | 2016 | ||
| World of Warships: Legends | 2019 | ||
| Enlisted | 2021 | ||
| Call of Duty: Vanguard | 2021 |