Videos tagged with Anti-tank gun

This video details the initial disassembly phase of restoring a 76.2mm M5 anti-tank gun and its M6 carriage. Key steps include removing seized pins from the carriage legs using heat and force, cleaning all components, and disassembling wheel hubs and bearings. The process emphasizes meticulous labeling of parts for the subsequent restoration stages.

This video provides an expert-level, step-by-step guide to the full disassembly of a WW2 3" M5 Anti-Tank Gun. The experienced instructor demonstrates methodical removal of components, highlighting the use of heavy lifting equipment and various hand tools. The process covers the pintle, traverse and elevation mechanisms, gun shield, recoil assembly, and finally the separation of the barrel from the carriage and wheels.

This video from PewView features a series of extreme ballistic tests using heavy ordnance. The team fires a Walker Bulldog tank's 76mm gun at a ballistic dummy head, a Pack 40 anti-tank gun at a torso, and a Lahti L-39 20mm anti-aircraft gun at another ballistic dummy head, all captured in extreme slow motion. The content focuses on the destructive power of these weapons and the visual effects of high-velocity impacts.

This video details the assembly and use of the German Stielgranate 41, a specialized muzzle-loaded shaped charge designed for the 3.7 cm Pak 36 anti-tank gun during WWII. It showcases the projectile's construction, including fuse and fin attachment, and its loading into the Pak 36. The demonstration culminates with combat footage of the weapon system in action.

This video features a 57mm carriage gun, emphasizing its historical and military significance. The title and description highlight a focus on the weapon itself, its potential for demonstration ('pewpew'), and its connection to historical conflicts. The inclusion of hashtags like #gungun, #ww2, #military, and #battlefield indicates a primary interest in military hardware and historical reenactments or showcases.

This entry details the German Pak-40 75mm anti-tank gun, a formidable weapon of World War II. Expert Ian McCollum highlights its 75mm caliber, 15-pound projectile fired at 2,500 fps, and its capability to penetrate most Allied armor. The video showcases its live-fire demonstration in a desert range, emphasizing its significant muzzle blast and recoil.

This entry details the German SG-113A Sondergerät 113, a unique WWII recoilless anti-tank gun. Developed by Reichswerke Hermann Göring, it fired a 45mm sabot projectile from a 77mm smoothbore barrel, designed for aircraft mounting to attack tank roofs. The weapon featured an electromagnetic sensor trigger and a counterweight recoil system. Expert analysis highlights its advanced, albeit experimental, design for the era.

This video focuses on the 57mm APC-T (Armor Piercing Capped Tracer) round, specifically its use in the M1 Anti-Tank Gun. The title and description clearly indicate a historical military context, likely exploring the capabilities and historical significance of this particular ammunition in World War II anti-tank warfare. Expect a discussion on the projectile's design and effectiveness against armored targets.

This YouTube video focuses on the mechanical intricacies of the 90mm T8 Anti-Tank Gun, specifically highlighting its falling-block artillery breech. The title and description emphasize the engineering aspects of this World War II era US Army weapon. While not a demonstration of firing or practical use, the content delves into the design and functionality of a significant piece of historical military ordnance.

This guide details the inspection of World War II Soviet 45mm anti-tank ammunition, specifically the Model 1937 (53-K, "Sorokapyatka"). It covers unboxing from vintage crates, examining cutaway models to understand projectile and casing construction, and inspecting fuse assemblies. The content emphasizes careful handling of historical ordnance, highlighting the expertise of the presenter through their handling of rare items and use of professional models.

This entry details the 37mm M63 High-Explosive round used by the WWII U.S. Army in Stuart Tanks and Anti-Tank Guns. It highlights the round's construction through a cutaway model, revealing internal components like the fuse mechanism and primer. Markings indicate a 1942 production year by Servel, and a yellow band signifies its HE payload.

This video delves into the specifics of the 37mm M63 High-Explosive round, a projectile utilized by World War II era weaponry. It provides additional information regarding its application with the M3/M5 Stuart Tank and the M3 Towed Anti-Tank Gun. The content focuses on the historical and technical aspects of this particular munition and its associated platforms from the WWII era.