The inspiration for the 40mm Bofors gun traces back to the 1920s when the Swedish Navy expressed a desire for a more capable replacement for their Vickers Pom-Pom anti-aircraft guns. The Swedish ...

With three side-firing weapons, a 25mm Gatling gun, a 40mm Bofors cannon, and a 105mm howitzer, it's easy to see why it got its name. Explore Subscribe Newsletters Content Licensing Our Partners ...