Several A6M3 were experimentally fitted with 30 mm Type 2 autocannon. However, the trials revealed that the recoil of the 30 mm autocannon was too strong. As a result, the intention to equip the mass-produced A6M with this autocannon was abandoned.
Synchronized machine gun
2x7.7 mm Type 97 model 2 (S)
Wing-mounted weapon
2x30 mm Type 2 experimental (W)
Premium aircraft
Special aircraft
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Gun Armament
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19
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| 7.7 mm Type 97 model 2 (S) |
2
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| 30 mm Type 2 experimental (W) |
2
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Survivability
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5
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Hit Points
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180
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Airspeed
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31
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Top Speed at Best Altitude,
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510
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Maximum Dive Speed,
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620
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Maneuverability
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89
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Average Time to Turn 360 deg,
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8.20
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Rate of Roll,
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100
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Optimum Airspeed,
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264
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Stall Speed,
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90
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Altitude Performance
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20
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Optimum Altitude,
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800
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Rate of Climb,
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103.40
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The specifications are shown for a crew with 100% proficiency.
Indicates the capacity to withstand enemy fire. Factors in aircraft durability and the coefficients of resistance to critical damage and fire.
Indicates the capacity to damage aerial targets with forward-firing autocannon and machine guns as well as defensive turrets. Factors in damage, range, and accuracy.
Indicates the capacity to damage ground targets with bombs and rockets. Factors in damage and resupply time.
Indicates the capacity to engage in maneuvering combat. Factors in time to turn 360 degrees and rate of roll.
Indicates the capacity to engage in combat at a high speed. Factors in airspeed, acceleration, and boost efficiency.
Indicates the capacity to engage in combat at a high altitude. Factors in the optimum altitude range and maximum flight altitude.
