Can you own a 40mm machine gun?

The only legal way for a civilian to obtain a 40mm M203 is to purchase one from a NFA dealer on a form 4 (or build your own on a form 1, but thats beyond the discussion here.) Yes, it’s legal to own and requires no NFA paperwork or tax stamp, but be sure to check your state laws to make sure there are no issues.

What was the best AA gun of ww2?

The Flak 88 was a legendary WWII-era anti-air and an anti-tank gun used by Nazi Germany and their allies.

What did the Bofors 40 mm gun do in World War 2?

It was one of the most popular medium-weight anti-aircraft systems during World War II, used by most of the western Allies as well some captured systems being used by the Axis powers. A small number of these weapons remain in service to this day, and saw action as late as the Persian Gulf War .

Where did the 40 mm gun come from?

The original, single 40mm design was a product of the Swedish Bofors company and probably ranks as the most efficient close-in air defense weapon on any warship during WWII. A single barreled, air-cooled version was first examined by the U.S. Army in 1937.

What kind of gun was the 40 mm 62 Hi?

40 mm/62 HI Type 91 Japan 40 mm/62 (1.575″) “HI” Type 91 40 mm “HI” Type 91 Description This weapon was a Vickers design based on the British 2-pdr. Mark IIand used on single and twin mountings similar to those used for the British mountings. About 500 guns and 200 mountings were imported from Britain from 1925 to 1935.

What kind of gun was used in World War 2?

The Bofors 40 mm gun, often referred to simply as the Bofors gun, is an anti-aircraft autocannon designed in the 1930s by the Swedish arms manufacturer AB Bofors. It was one of the most popular medium-weight anti-aircraft systems during World War II, used by most of the western Allies as well as some captured systems being used by the Axis powers