Videos tagged with EM2

This Q&A delves into British small arms of WWII, explaining design choices like the Sten's single-feed magazine and the rationale behind not adopting the Owen Gun. It contrasts the Bren with the Soviet DP, discusses the PIAT's regulatory history, and explores the reasons for Britain's delayed assault rifle development, focusing on doctrine and existing infrastructure.

This video explores the lesser-known history of the Colt 1911's smaller 9mm variant and the British Army's serious consideration of adopting it. Firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson delves into this story, linking it to the EM2 rifle. The Royal Armouries, a UK national collection of arms and armour, presents this content, offering insights into behind-the-scenes operations, combat demonstrations, and expert knowledge. The video encourages viewer engagement through comments and provides links to support the museum, purchase books, and obtain tickets for events.

This video details the failure of Britain's Taden/X11 GPMG program, highlighting its complex and inefficient vertical pillar feed mechanism as the primary flaw. Despite leveraging the Bren gun's reliable gas system and quick-change barrel, the Taden's design proved inferior to the FN MAG, which was ultimately adopted. The program's evolution from the EM1 to the X11 and its intended role changes are also discussed.

The EM2 rifle was a significant contender in the 1950 NATO trials, showcasing British innovation in bullpup design and intermediate cartridges. Despite its technical merits, political and economic factors, including Churchill's preference for the FN FAL, led to its rejection in favor of NATO standardization. The EM2's integrated optic was a necessary feature to overcome the short sight radius inherent in its bullpup configuration.

This entry details the American T31 bullpup rifle, an experimental design by John Garand. It was considered an American counterpart to the British EM2, aiming for a compact form factor while retaining a long barrel. The T31's inclusion in a book focused on British designs highlights the interconnectedness of firearms development.