miniguns
A minigun is a type of Gatling-style rotary barrel machine gun that is typically electrically powered. The name "minigun" is a trademark of General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, but the term has become a generic term for similar electrically powered rotary barrel weapons. Miniguns are known for their extremely high rate of fire, often thousands of rounds per minute. This high rate of fire is achieved through the rotation of multiple barrels, which are sequentially fired and cooled as they spin. This design prevents barrel overheating and allows for sustained fire.
The original M134 Minigun, developed in the 1960s, fires 7.62x51mm NATO rounds and is commonly mounted
While the minigun's primary advantage is its immense rate of fire, this also means it consumes