Videos tagged with Propellant Charge

This video provides an expert-level guide to restoring 57mm recoilless rifle ammunition, specifically the M306 and M306A1 variants. The process involves meticulous preparation of internal crepe paper liners for perforated casings and careful assembly of projectiles. The presenter, demonstrating high expertise, also applies historically accurate stenciling, showcasing a professional restoration workshop environment. Archival footage contextualizes the M18 recoilless rifle's capabilities.

This video demonstrates the Mark 2 Mod 1 extractor tool used for safely removing propellant charges from 5-inch naval guns. It highlights the tool's attachment mechanism and the physical process of extraction. The content showcases specialized military ordnance handling, suggesting a focus on historical military equipment and maintenance.

This video demonstrates the careful unboxing and handling of Soviet-era 125mm HEAT-FS tank projectiles and their associated propellant charges. The expert handling, use of gloves, and access to authentic military surplus highlight a high level of specialized knowledge in ordnance. The demonstration covers identifying the projectile components and the two-piece ammunition system.

This video demonstrates the unboxing and inspection of Soviet 125mm training ammunition for the T-72 tank. It showcases a fin-stabilized projectile and its separate propellant charge, highlighting Cyrillic markings that confirm their training status. The demonstration emphasizes careful handling of military ordnance components.

The Traditions NitroFire muzzleloader revolutionizes inline designs with the Federal Premium Fire Stick, a polymer-encapsulated propellant charge loaded from the breach. This system eliminates the breech plug, enhances safety with features like the Elite XT trigger and dual safety, and offers improved accuracy and moisture resistance. It maintains muzzleloader legality by loading the projectile down the barrel.

This video demonstrates a critical failure when operating an 82mm Soviet mortar due to an insufficient propellant charge. The host, FPSRussia, highlights the importance of correct charge-to-range calculations, as evidenced by the shells failing to travel significant distances. The demonstration serves as a cautionary tale about the complexities of artillery operation and the severe consequences of miscalculation.