A176

A176 is a variant of the A175, a series of British 60 mm (2.36 in) naval guns developed during World War II. The A176 was introduced in 1944 and was primarily used on British and Commonwealth warships. It was a significant upgrade from its predecessor, the A175, offering improved performance and reliability. The A176 was a breech-loading gun, capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including high-explosive, armour-piercing, and incendiary shells. It had a muzzle velocity of approximately 1,000 m/s (3,300 ft/s) and a rate of fire of around 15 rounds per minute. The gun was mounted in a variety of configurations, including single, twin, and quadruple mounts, depending on the specific requirements of the vessel. A176 guns were used on a range of ships, including destroyers, frigates, and corvettes, providing effective anti-aircraft and anti-surface warfare capabilities. Despite its success, the A176 was eventually replaced by more advanced gun systems in the post-war era.