Videos tagged with 20mm Caliber

This video showcases a Ukrainian F-16 Fighting Falcon successfully engaging and destroying a Russian Shahed-136 drone using its M61 Vulcan 20mm rotary cannon. The footage captures the drone's mid-air explosion and the F-16's subsequent flyby, accompanied by celebratory ground reactions. It highlights the effectiveness of the M61 Vulcan in air-to-air combat scenarios against unmanned aerial vehicles.

This entry details the historical necessity and implementation of external gun pods on the F-4 Phantom. Originally designed without an internal gun, the F-4's reliance on missiles proved insufficient in Vietnam dogfights. The solution involved retrofitting external 20mm Vulcan gun pods, a critical modification that restored its close-range combat capability. The information is presented by The Gun Guy Cody, a specialist content creator with high authority in military history and firearms.

This guide details the unboxing and initial inspection of an Experimental XM27 Gun Mount Control Assembly, associated with a 20mm HS-820 autocannon. It highlights key components, part numbers, and manufacturers, drawing from the expertise of a specialized military collector. The process involves careful unpacking, component identification, and visual assessment of mechanical and optical elements.

This guide details the loading and charging procedure for the 20mm Mark-11 AutoCannon, as demonstrated by technicians. It highlights the use of a specific 'Pocket Charger' tool by Hughes Tool Company for manual cycling. The information is presented with high authority, drawing on access to rare military ordnance and knowledge of naval aviation history.

This video provides a detailed unboxing and inspection of a vintage ejector part for the 20mm M24A1 Aircraft Autocannon, manufactured by Buffalo Arms, Inc. in December 1952. The presenter, a specialist collector, meticulously handles the component, highlighting its protective coating and historical labeling. The process emphasizes careful examination of vintage military surplus parts, showcasing the importance of documentation and proper handling techniques for historical ordnance.

This expert-level demonstration provides a detailed walk-around of the formidable 20mm L-39 Lahti Anti-Tank Rifle. The instructor, exhibiting deep familiarity with the weapon's mechanics, showcases the bolt operation, magazine insertion, and handling of the large 20mm rounds. The guide emphasizes the rifle's robust construction and operational sequence, offering valuable insights for firearm enthusiasts and historians.

Expert Jonathan Ferguson, Keeper of Firearms & Artillery at the Royal Armouries, details the Hispano 20mm Cannon Mk.II, a pivotal WWII aircraft weapon. He covers its design, integration challenges in aircraft like the Spitfire, technical specifications including its 106 lb weight and 650-750 RPM rate of fire, and the evolution from problematic drum magazines to reliable belt-feed systems. The explanation highlights its gas-unlocked blowback operation and unique pneumatic firing mechanism.

This video features Edwin Sarkissian, a high-tier firearms entertainment influencer, conducting an experimental test on the penetration capabilities of 20mm rounds against steel armor plates. Collaborating with firearms manufacturer Mark Serbu, Sarkissian demonstrates the effectiveness of both armor-piercing and tungsten core 20mm rounds, comparing their performance to a .50 BMG round. The tests, conducted at a desert shooting range, highlight the significant destructive power of the 20mm caliber against hardened targets.

This video showcases the Serbu Firearms Typhon 20 rifle, chambered in 20mm, being fired at giant gummy bears. Expert insights are provided by Mark Serbu of Serbu Firearms, with high-speed cinematography capturing the extreme kinetic energy transfer. The demonstration highlights the destructive power of the 20mm round and the experimental nature of this large-caliber firearm setup.

This video demonstrates a high-caliber ballistic test comparing a 20mm round fired from a Serbu 20mm Rifle against a 1-inch AR500 steel plate. The test, conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, shows that despite the massive power of the 20mm round, it did not penetrate the AR500 steel, and surprisingly, showed less penetration than a .50 BMG round in previous tests. This highlights the effectiveness of AR500 steel against even extremely powerful projectiles and the complex factors influencing ballistic performance.

This video features Edwin Sarkissian conducting an extreme ballistics test, firing a 20mm Serbu Typhon rifle at an excavator bucket. The test demonstrates the significant destructive power of the 20mm caliber against heavy steel, using various ammunition types including armor-piercing and tungsten core rounds. The video also includes a brief segment showcasing an H&K MP5 submachine gun.

This video demonstrates the destructive power of a Serbu 20mm rifle against a cast-iron fire hydrant. Expert Edwin Sarkissian, collaborating with firearm designer Mark Serbu, showcases various 20mm ammunition types and their effects. The experiment highlights the significant impact energy of the 20mm round, capable of completely destroying the hydrant's cast-iron body and even damaging nearby equipment. The demonstration emphasizes safe handling of large-caliber weaponry in an experimental ballistics context.