Videos tagged with Ordnance Disposal

This entry details the complex and dangerous ordnance cleanup operation on Bannerman Island, led by explosive ordnance demolition expert Val Forgett. The island, slated for purchase by New York State, required clearing of live historical ordnance before the sale could proceed. Military units refused the task, deeming it too risky, and referred Forgett due to his specialized expertise and perceived willingness to undertake such a dangerous mission.

This video showcases the M117 750lb demolition bomb, specifically detailing the MAU-91A/B high-drag tail assembly. It highlights the removal of the nose fuze, revealing its mechanical arming mechanism, and displays crucial markings on the bomb body, including its model (M117A/3), weight (708 lbs), and manufacture date (February 1973). The demonstration of the tail assembly's fin deployment for low-altitude bombing provides insight into its specific application.

This video details the unloading of three World War II-era bombs: the AN M81-260lb, AN M64-500lb, and AN M65-1000lb. The description indicates that these ordnance items will be available for purchase on their website in both restored and unrestored conditions. The content focuses on historical military ordnance and their potential resale.

This short demonstrates the disassembly of an inert MK2 'pineapple' style grenade. It highlights safety markings like a drilled hole and blue paint on the fuse. The process involves removing the pin and spoon, then unscrewing the fuse housing to reveal the hollow body designed for fragmentation.

This Q&A session features Nic Jenzen-Jones of Armament Research Services (ARES) discussing small arms in modern conflict zones. Topics include Russian cartridge development, the illicit arms trade, ammunition supply for insurgents, the resurgence of .308 caliber rifles, locally produced arms, rifle grenade popularity, the future of UK small arms production, NATO ammunition trends, the weapons used by 'bad guys,' the impact of man-portable anti-tank weapons and modern anti-armor systems, small arms and optics in Afghanistan, the influence of the US firearms market on global trade, interesting non-technical developments in the arms trade, North Korean helical drum magazines, careless ammunition, and de-mining efforts.