Videos tagged with 81mm Mortar

This video demonstrates the process of firing a practice 81mm mortar using a 12-gauge shotgun shell as a propellant. The instructor details the steps involved, including preparing the mortar, loading the shotgun shell into the breach block, and the firing mechanism. The demonstration highlights the historical context and potential power of such ordnance when used with live charges.

This video provides a detailed look at the M29 81mm mortar in action, captured with professional slow-motion videography. It showcases the weapon's live-fire sequence, from projectile expulsion to muzzle blast, offering insights into its mechanical operation during the Vietnam War era. The demonstration highlights the visual characteristics of artillery firing.

This video showcases the 81mm TRUMP (Training, Re-usable, Mortar Projectile) developed by DestructiveDevices.com. The title explicitly mentions 'Training', 'Mortar', and 'DestructiveDevices.com', indicating a focus on specialized military ordnance or its training equivalent. The use of the hashtag '#war' further suggests a context related to military applications or simulations. The projectile's design as 'Training, Re-usable' implies a focus on cost-effective or repeatable use in training scenarios, potentially for military personnel or enthusiasts interested in such equipment.

This guide details the live-fire operation of the German WW2 GrW.34 81mm mortar, as demonstrated by an expert from DestructiveDevices.com. It covers preparation, loading, firing, and projectile tracking, emphasizing safe handling procedures and the use of appropriate safety gear. The demonstration highlights the significant muzzle blast and recoil associated with this historical artillery piece.

This guide demonstrates the proper use of the C1 Spanner Wrench for inserting and removing fuzes from 60mm and 81mm mortar shells, specifically mentioning M52 and M82 series fuzes. The presenter, exhibiting high authority and expertise, shows the tool's application on a 60mm M49 TNT mortar round. Proper handling and the use of protective gloves are emphasized.

This video showcases a fully operational M113 Armored Personnel Carrier, a vehicle used extensively during the Vietnam War. The description highlights its 1961 production, a Detroit Diesel V6 engine producing 275hp, and its continued global use. Key features detailed include the machine gun nest capable of mounting an M2 .50 caliber machine gun, original radio equipment, a turntable for a 60mm or 81mm mortar that can be fired from within, and a top speed of 35mph. The video also provides museum tour information and shopping links.

This video showcases a D-Day display, highlighting various WWII firearms and equipment. It details the M1 Garand, M1 Carbine, Thompson submachine gun, and different types of 30-06 ammunition, including armor-piercing, ball, and tracer rounds. The display also features gas masks, communication devices, grenades, mortars, and personal items used by soldiers.

Dragonman's Colorado Springs Military Museum showcases a D-Day display featuring original uniforms and firearms like the M1919 .30-06, M1 Carbine, and M1 Garand. The museum also includes displays on mortars, machine guns, and historical military equipment, offering a realistic glimpse into WWII operations. Additional exhibits cover the Iraq War, including Saddam Hussein's personal items and military vehicles like the M2 half-track.

This video provides a tour of the Colorado Springs Military Museum, highlighting its extensive collection of World War II artifacts and weaponry. The museum covers various conflicts from George Washington's era to Afghanistan, with a particular focus on WWII. It features operational weapons, historical medical supplies, communication equipment, and personal items used by soldiers.

This video introduces the 81mm mortar, highlighting its historical use in WWII and Korea, and its deployment from half-tracks. The description details its operational aspects, including a single-person firing requirement, an 89 lb weight, an effective range of 5700 meters, and a firing rate of 33 rounds per minute. It also mentions the legal requirements for ownership, involving a destructive device tax stamp. A future video demonstrating the mortar firing is promised.