Videos tagged with M85 Machine Gun

This video features a discussion among Special Operations veterans about the evolution of firearms and gear used throughout their careers. They cover a wide range of weapons, from early service pistols like the Colt 1911 and submachine guns like the M3A1 Grease Gun, to various iterations of the M16/M4 platform, crew-served weapons like the M240, and specialized rifles like the Mk 12 SPR and SCAR. The conversation highlights the practical considerations, mission-specific requirements, and technological advancements that influenced weapon choices over time, touching on calibers, ammunition types, and the shift towards modularity and optics.

This Q&A session with Nicolas Moran (The Chieftain) delves into various aspects of armored vehicle weaponry and design. Key discussions include the reliability issues of the M85 machine gun versus the M2, the effectiveness of different machine gun mounting locations on tanks, and the viability of the 25mm cannon and TOW missiles on the Bradley. Moran also touches on the evolution of tank armament, from early machine guns to modern remote weapon stations, and the role of small arms for tank crews.