Videos tagged with Indirect Fire

This YouTube video showcases the 82mm mortar with a focus on its precision, humorously stating '100% Accuracy... 🎯 Nothing, but Net!'. While specific firearm models are not mentioned, the title strongly implies a demonstration of indirect fire artillery accuracy. The content likely involves the mortar's performance in a scenario emphasizing its effective range and hit capability, aiming for an entertaining and engaging viewer experience.

This video, "Surviving Artillery Fire - Minuteman's Guide," focuses on the critical topic of surviving indirect fire, as indicated by its title and description. While no specific firearms, calibers, or manufacturers are mentioned, the context strongly suggests a survival and preparedness theme. The content likely delves into tactical considerations, evasion techniques, and potentially the use of cover and concealment during artillery bombardments. The inclusion of Patreon and Instagram links suggests an active creator in the preparedness or tactical community.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Soviet D30 122mm cannon, highlighting its unique three-trail design for 360-degree traverse and semi-automatic recoil operation. It details the separate loading system for its 122mm ammunition and demonstrates its dual-purpose capability as both an indirect-fire howitzer and a direct-fire anti-tank weapon. The demonstration includes live firing, showcasing the recoil system and muzzle blast.

The 7.5cm le.IG 18 was a German light infantry howitzer developed by Rheinmetall post-WWI for close infantry support. Its unique break-action design, similar to a shotgun, allowed for rapid reloading. Despite its deceptive naming to circumvent the Treaty of Versailles, it proved a mobile and effective weapon throughout WWII, weighing under 900 lbs and capable of indirect or direct fire.

The MAS-36 LG48 was an integrated rifle grenade launcher designed for the French MAS-36 bolt-action rifle, providing squad-level explosive support. It featured a unique nose cap with a sleeve for range adjustment and a flip-up sight for indirect fire, allowing soldiers to launch 50mm grenades up to 260 meters. Originally intended for rear-echelon troops, its use was widespread, though original factory-made examples are now rare due to post-service conversions.

The Japanese Type 89 'Knee Mortar' was officially the Type 89 Heavy Grenade Discharger, a rifled bore weapon designed for indirect fire suppression. Despite its name, it was not designed to be fired from the knee due to significant recoil. Its range was adjusted by altering the volume of the combustion chamber, and it could fire both standard grenades and specialized 50mm shells.

This expert-level review of the HK GMG 40mm automatic grenade launcher, presented by Military Arms Channel at SHOT Show 2013, highlights its advanced features compared to the Mark 19. Key differentiators include a built-in ballistic computer, optional thermal/night vision, GPS integration, laser rangefinding, and a sophisticated indirect fire mode with airburst projectile capability. The review emphasizes the superior build quality and technological advancements of the HK system.