Videos tagged with Automatic Cannon

This video showcases an intriguing 8-inch cannon shell developed by the Marine Corps in the 1950s and 60s. The description highlights its intended use in an automatic cannon, but a critical design flaw related to heat buildup caused rounds to prematurely detonate, preventing its successful development. The content creator asks viewers if they have encountered this historical ordnance before, sparking curiosity about this failed military project.

This video provides a detailed look at the rare 37mm Mk III Maxim 'Pompom' automatic cannon, a scaled-up Maxim machine gun. It highlights key mechanical differences, such as the clock-style mainspring and larger 1.25-pound shell. The cannon's historical usage, from ground roles to anti-aircraft applications, is discussed, with this specific example located at the Canadian War Museum.

This video explores four key facts about the Oerlikon 20mm cannon, highlighting its widespread use by both Allied and Axis forces in WWII and its significant impact on aircraft downing. It details the cannon's advanced primer ignition, open-bolt operation, and the substantial force required for cocking. Safety mechanisms for preventing accidental detonation of high-explosive rounds and barrel heat management with quick-change capabilities are also discussed.