Godzilla vs. Megaguirus

Godzilla vs. Megaguirus (2000)

Godzilla vs. Megaguirus is the 24st entry in the Toho produced Godzilla film series and second in the Millennium era. In the 2000 film, Godzilla's main opponent is a colossus dragonfly-like monster kown as Megaguirus. As usual in Japanese films, on-screen firearms are special movie props that bear much resemblance with real ones.

The following weapons were used in the film Godzilla vs. Megaguirus:

Glock

All G-Graspers (members of special anti-Godzilla unit) carry pistols in holsters. The general shape of these props resembles Glock pistols, like Glock 17. Due to Japanese filming restrictions, these are likely airsoft guns. In reality, the SIG-Sauer P220 is the handgun of the JGSDF.

2nd Generation Glock 17 - 9x19mm

Kiriko Tsujimori's (Misato Tanaka) pistol is seen in holster. Note the lack of magazine.

Anothwer view of the pistol.

Howa Type 64

Most JSDF personnel are armed with Howa Type 64 rifles. Due to the alternate history of this film, it's possible the Type 64 was kept in service, rather than being replaced by the Type 89, due to its superior stopping power.

Howa Type 64 - 7.62x51mm

Soldiers fire at the Meganulas. Note the pink muzzle flame typical for Japanese flashpaper prop guns.

Another view of the same scene.

A buttstock can be seen.

A close view of the rifle.

Howa Type 89

Howa Type 89 rifles are seen in hands of guards in G-Graspers headquarters.

Howa Type 89 - 5.56x45mm

A guard with Howa Type 89. Note the curved magazine.

Howa 84RR

In the opening scene a unit of JGSDF tries to stop Godzilla, using rocket launchers. These props are supposed to stand for Howa 84RR, Japanese manufactured version of Carl Gustav Recoilless Rifle.