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Type 99 88mm AA Gun

Introduced Year : 1939
Caliber : 88 mm
Barrel Length : 3.959 m
EL Angle of Fire : -11 to +80 Degrees
AZ Angle of Fire : 360 Degrees
Shell Weight : 9 Kg
Muzzle Velocity : 800 m/sec
Weight : 6.5 ton
Range : 15,700 m
Altitude : 10,420 m
Production Qty : 500 - 1,000


Type 99 was based on the Krupp 88 mm Flak of the German Navy (8.8cm/45 SK C/30), which was captured in China. Type 99 was deployed mainly in Japan proper.