Videos tagged with L85A3

Jonathan Ferguson, Keeper of Firearms and Artillery at the Royal Armouries, demonstrates the correct reload technique for the L85A3 rifle. He highlights that the in-game reload animation in Battlefield 6 is physically impossible due to the protective shroud around the magazine catch, which was added to prevent accidental magazine drops. The proper method involves using the thumb through a receiver cutaway to depress the catch.

This video provides an expert overview of Murdoch & Co's remanufactured SA80 family of rifles, including the L85A1, L85A2, and L85A3 models. Evan, CEO of Murdoch & Co, details the company's mission to preserve the history of the SA80 by producing semi-automatic versions in the USA. The L85A3 is highlighted for its modern upgrades like an M-LOK handguard and free-float barrel, while the Collector Series focuses on historical accuracy. The trigger performance is noted as superior to other bullpup designs.

Murdoch & Co is producing new SA80 (L85) rifles in the USA, including modernized L85A3 variants and collector series using original parts. The project aims to preserve the history of the rifle as the UK MOD destroys original stocks. Both fully new production and collector-grade rifles are available, catering to enthusiasts and historians.

This video announces a livestream event featuring Jonathan Ferguson from the Royal Armouries, discussing the L85A3 (SA80) in Battlefield. The event highlights a collaboration between the Royal Armouries and the Cody Firearms Museum, showcasing expert knowledge on firearms within a gaming context.

Firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson from the Royal Armouries provides an in-depth look at real-world firearms featured in Battlefield 2042. He discusses the FN P90's 5.7x28mm cartridge, the FN Five-seveN pistol, the L85A3's improved reliability, the B&T APC series, the L110 Minimi, the Ultimax 100's recoil system, and the future RM277 NGSAR. Ferguson highlights the design intent and practical ballistics of these weapons, contrasting them with their in-game representations.

The L85A3 represents a significant ergonomic and structural modernization of the British Army's SA80 rifle, primarily featuring a new Heckler & Koch-designed slimline M-LOK handguard and an FDE Cerakote finish. While internal components largely remain A2 specification, improvements like electron beam welding enhance receiver rigidity. The optic is typically the Elcan Specter OS4, often paired with a Shield CQB red dot.

This Q&A session covers a wide range of firearms topics, addressing audience questions on various historical and modern firearms, calibers, and industry trends. Discussions include the scarcity of .380 ACP military pistols, the NGSW program, the USSR's SKS design choices, and the effectiveness of the Mosin Nagant. The video also delves into specific firearms like the DP12, Krag, Trapdoor Springfield, FAL, MAS-49, Lebel, L85A3, and 1911 variants, alongside concepts like magazine coupling, bipod design, and the impact of 3D printing on arms collecting. Forgotten Weapons' team structure, future projects, and personal firearm preferences are also discussed.

This video details the extensive upgrades from the L85A1 to the L85A2 by Heckler & Koch, addressing critical reliability issues. It highlights specific component changes like the trigger, charging handle, bolt, and receiver modifications. The L85A3 is presented as an upper receiver upgrade focused on improved welding and optics mounting.