Videos tagged with Spotting Rifle

This guide details the operation of the 106mm M40 recoilless rifle mounted on a Ford F-150, including ammunition preparation and loading procedures. It emphasizes the use of an integrated .50 caliber spotting rifle for target ranging prior to firing the main artillery piece. The demonstration showcases rapid reloading sequences and proper handling of heavy ordnance, reflecting high-level expertise.

This entry details the M28 120mm Davy Crockett tactical nuclear recoilless rifle and its associated M101 20mm spotting cartridge. The speaker, demonstrating high authority, explains the weapon's unique design, including its short range and the necessity of fin-stabilized spotting rounds due to its smoothbore barrel. The historical context of its development and the first field use of depleted uranium by the US Army are also covered.

This guide details the firing procedure for the 106mm M40 Recoilless Rifle, emphasizing the use of the integrated .50 caliber spotting rifle for accurate target acquisition and range confirmation. Expert instruction covers loading, firing, and unloading, with critical safety considerations for backblast management.

This video explores various historical military hardware, focusing on recoilless rifles and their unique gas-expulsion mechanism that negates recoil. It also touches upon the evolution of US military dog tags, helmet designs, and specialized vehicles like the Scout Car and early half-tracks. The presenter highlights the rarity and regulatory hurdles associated with owning such items.

This guide details the field stripping procedure for the M8C .50 Caliber Spotting Rifle, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers the removal of the rear end cap, recoil springs, and bolt carrier, highlighting the unique firing pin retraction safety mechanism. This process is essential for maintenance and understanding the rifle's internal workings.

This guide details the operation of the M40 106mm Recoilless Rifle, emphasizing its unique breech-loading mechanism and the use of an M8C spotting rifle for accurate targeting. Instruction is provided by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, highlighting critical safety procedures related to its significant backblast and specialized ammunition. The M40 is presented as a highly effective anti-tank weapon with a history of extensive use in global conflicts.