The GAU 12 is exactly what we want to be 'carting around.' The kind of air policing/show of force/presence missions we are engaging in makes the GAU a perfect weapon.
Very accurate, very effective, ammo that's as cheap as chips.
And hugely good fun to fire compared to the 30mm ADEN howitzer.
Total weight of gun + kit with 300 rounds = 1200lbs, expended = 900lbs.
Six good 50 round bursts in every pod is good value for money and weight.
Everyone should have one.