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A modern dual-purpose six-inch gun is technically feasible

A secondary-armament question asks whether six-inch guns must remain surface-only weapons.

Anti-Aircraft Warfare Dual Purpose Guns Naval Artillery

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Question

Could a modern navy build a dual-purpose six-inch gun?

Short answer

Yes, although whether it is worthwhile depends on ship and mission requirements.

Notes

A dual-purpose six-inch gun is within modern technological capability. Feasibility does not settle whether its weight and mission payoff would justify adoption.