Videos tagged with Depleted Uranium

This video provides an in-depth technical analysis of the 25mm M919 APFSDS-T round, detailing its manufacturing process, internal components like the depleted uranium penetrator and aluminum sabot, and its combat application. The high muzzle velocity of 1420 m/s and its use by the M2 Bradley in Ukraine are highlighted.

This guide details the assembly of the 25mm M919 Armor-Piercing Fin-Stabilized Discarding Sabot with Tracer (APFSDS-T) round, as demonstrated by a subject matter expert. The process involves attaching the fin assembly to the penetrator, fitting sabot petals, securing an obturator for a gas seal, and finally inserting the projectile into the cartridge case. The demonstration highlights precise assembly techniques for complex sub-components, emphasizing the importance of correct military nomenclature and safe handling practices.

This video explores eight of the most extreme and deadly ammunition types, ranging from the fiery Dragon's Breath shotgun shell to the armor-piercing Depleted Uranium rounds and the legendary, possibly mythical, Californium 252 bullet. It details their unique properties, intended uses, and the sheer destructive power they represent, highlighting the extremes of ballistic engineering.

This guide details the disassembly of a 105mm M735 APFSDS-T round, as demonstrated by Ordnance. It covers identifying markings, separating the sabot from the casing, and dismantling the sabot petals to reveal the penetrator rod. The process highlights the kinetic energy principles behind this advanced anti-armor ammunition.

This entry details the 30mm PGU-14/B Armor Piercing Incendiary (API) round, specifically designed for the GAU-8 Avenger Gatling Gun mounted on the A-10 Warthog. It highlights the projectile's construction, featuring a depleted uranium penetrator, and its role as specialized military ordnance. The content is derived from a visual demonstration of the ammunition, emphasizing its technical specifications and materials.

This video provides a detailed, silent demonstration of the M919 25mm APFSDS-T (Armor Piercing Fin Stabilized Discarding Sabot with Tracer) round. It showcases the handling of the complete round alongside components of the M242 Bushmaster chain gun. The core of the demonstration involves the careful disassembly of the sabot to reveal the depleted uranium penetrator dart, highlighting its fin stabilization. The expert-level presentation emphasizes the specialized nature of this military ordnance.

This entry details the M28 120mm Davy Crockett tactical nuclear recoilless rifle and its associated M101 20mm spotting cartridge. The speaker, demonstrating high authority, explains the weapon's unique design, including its short range and the necessity of fin-stabilized spotting rounds due to its smoothbore barrel. The historical context of its development and the first field use of depleted uranium by the US Army are also covered.