Videos tagged with 20mm grenade launcher

This video explores a non-functional mockup of the XM29 OICW, a 1990s US military program aiming to consolidate the M16, M4, and M203 into a single weapon. It featured a 5.56mm rifle and a 20mm smart grenade launcher with programmable detonation. The program ultimately failed due to excessive weight and complexity, though its rifle component influenced the HK XM8.

The Inkunzi PAW is a South African-designed, semi-automatic 20mm direct-fire grenade launcher offering a simpler, more reliable alternative to complex systems like the XM25. It utilizes a 20x42mm cartridge with higher velocity than 40mm grenades, providing a flatter trajectory and reduced time-of-flight for better target engagement. Its inertia-driven operation and unique design features, including a side-mounted grip and reciprocating receiver, manage recoil effectively for a compact and potent weapon system.