Videos tagged with Anti-Tank Rifle

This guide details the assembly and firing procedure for the Solothurn S-18/1000 anti-tank rifle, as demonstrated by an expert from Ordnance. It covers unboxing, component assembly, magazine loading, and the firing sequence, highlighting the rifle's immense power and recoil. The demonstration emphasizes safe handling and operational proficiency with this historical, large-caliber firearm.

This video explores the Mauser 1918 T-Gewehr, an early German anti-tank rifle developed during WWI. It highlights the rifle's design as an evolution of the Mauser 98, its 13.2mm caliber, and its role in countering early tanks. The rifle is presented as a precursor to later .50 caliber anti-tank weapons and is currently displayed at the NRA National Firearms Museum.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Japanese Type 97 20mm anti-tank rifle, presented by Joe Ford from the Royal Armouries. The presentation covers its historical context, technical specifications, and a detailed disassembly and reassembly process. The rifle, chambered in 20x124mm, was produced mainly at Kakura Arsenal and served from 1939 to the end of WW2 with limited success, being outclassed by later tank designs. The video highlights its complex recoil system, gas operation, and the manual cocking process.

This guide details the operation and firing technique for the Solothurn S18-1000 anti-tank rifle, as demonstrated by firearms expert Ian McCollum. It covers loading, the unique ratchet crank charging system, and safe firing procedures from a prone position, emphasizing the weapon's powerful 20x138mm caliber and significant recoil.

This video from Arm&Gun explores five underrated firearms from World War II, with one notable exception being an overhyped rifle. The selections include the Browning High Power handgun, the unique Owen SMG, the StG 44 assault rifle, the ZB 26 light machine gun, and the Lahi L39 anti-tank rifle. The presenter highlights the innovative features and historical significance of each weapon, offering insights into their design and battlefield effectiveness.

This guide details the firing and handling techniques for the Lahti L-39 20mm anti-tank rifle, as demonstrated by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. It covers loading, aiming, firing, and observing the weapon's significant recoil and muzzle blast. Scott, a recognized expert in large-bore firearms, emphasizes the importance of proper technique when handling such a powerful weapon.

This review provides a detailed look at the Finnish L-39 Lahti anti-tank rifle, nicknamed 'Norsupyssy'. The video demonstrates its operation, including loading the 10-round magazine with 20x138mmB cartridges, charging the heavy bolt, and adjusting the specialized sights. Live fire showcases the rifle's significant muzzle blast, recoil, and gas-operated cycling, highlighting its role as a formidable anti-armor weapon from WWII. The instruction comes from an experienced individual knowledgeable in handling rare heavy ordnance.

This video details the Mauser 1918 anti-tank rifle, a significant development from World War I. It highlights the rifle's purpose in countering early tanks, its powerful 13.2mm caliber, and the engineering challenges faced by Mauser in its creation. The discussion covers its historical context, technical specifications, and the extreme recoil experienced during firing.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics features Scott, an expert in large-caliber firearms, testing the formidable Solothurn S-18/1000 20mm anti-tank rifle against advanced ballistic protection. The demonstration includes engaging a zombie torso equipped with Premier Body Armor Level IV plates and a ballistic helmet, as well as a Russian Vant ballistic shield. The results highlight the extreme destructive power of the 20mm round against modern body armor.

This demonstration showcases the impressive penetration capabilities of a modified M3 Anti-Tank Gun firing 25mm Bushmaster rounds. Expert handling is evident as the operator manually loads and fires the weapon at a 1-inch steel plate, with high-speed footage clearly illustrating the rounds punching through. The video highlights the kinetic energy and effectiveness of this historical anti-tank weapon system.

This video showcases a malfunction with the Solothurn S18-1000 anti-tank rifle, specifically an auto-ejecting magazine failure. The operator demonstrates proper safety gear usage while handling the large caliber weapon. The incident highlights a potential reliability issue with the feed system under certain conditions.

This guide details the magazine loading and firing technique for the Lahti L-39 anti-tank rifle, as demonstrated by an expert. It covers preparing the 10-round magazine using a specialized tool and safely firing the weapon while managing its significant recoil. The video highlights the destructive power of the 20mm round through target impact footage.