Japan unveils sea-based railgun – Monkey Viral

Japan unveils sea-based railgun – Monkey Viral

Japan has publicly showcased a close-up of its ship-mounted electromagnetic railgun for the first time. The image, published by the Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) on April 18, captures Admiral Katsushi Omachi, commander of the Self-Defense Fleet, inspecting the prototype aboard the experimental vessel JS Asuka. The railgun—under development by Japan’s Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency […]

Japan Installs Railgun On Warship Testbed, Pushing Ahead As U.S. Backs Away

Japan has officially installed a turret-mounted electromagnetic railgun on its test ship JS Asuka, a major milestone in next-generation naval weapons. The system promises hypersonic engagement speeds and could defend against air, sea, and missile threats, especially hypersonics.

Japan Installs Electromagnetic Railgun On Naval Test Ship For Sea Trials

The turret-mounted railgun is fixed to the rear flight deck of the JS Asuka, a vessel long used for testing advanced maritime technologies.