Moharram (Gatling gun)
Country of origin
Iran, Islamic Rep.
Iran, Islamic Rep.
The Moharram, sometimes Muharram, (MGG-50) is an indigenous 6-barreled 12.7x108mm (.50 caliber) Gatling gun of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The weapon is most commonly seen mounted on pickup trucks and other light vehicles, as well as on naval vessels. The weapon is externally powered, and is capable of firing up to 2,500 rounds per minute.
The gun was unveiled along with Akhgar in a parade on 18 April 2014, which was attended Iranian president Hassan Rouhani along with military commanders. It was unveiled alongside the Akhgar ATGM and the Shaher.
Low-quality internet rumors report that Moharram machine guns may be exported to Russia.
The gun was unveiled along with Akhgar in a parade on 18 April 2014, which was attended Iranian president Hassan Rouhani along with military commanders. It was unveiled alongside the Akhgar ATGM and the Shaher.
Low-quality internet rumors report that Moharram machine guns may be exported to Russia.
