Videos tagged with Watervliet Arsenal

This video explores the 152mm M81 Gun Launcher, a unique weapon system designed for the M551 Sheridan and M60A2 tanks, capable of firing both conventional rounds and the Shillelagh missile. The expert-level presentation details the demilitarization process of a 1968 Watervliet Arsenal unit, showcasing various ammunition types including training projectiles, high explosive rounds, and historical naval shells.

This video provides an in-depth look at the rare 152mm M81 Tank Gun/Missile Launcher, a system previously unknown to the speaker for 20 years until its acquisition 5 years ago. The content details its historical context, including its use on the M551 Sheridan and M60A2 tanks, and showcases its dual capability of firing both 152mm ammunition and the Shillelagh guided missile. The speaker, demonstrating high expertise, also presents various types of 152mm ammunition, such as M411A3 target practice rounds and XM657 high explosive tracer rounds.

This video showcases a variety of heavy ordnance, including a .50 caliber machine gun demonstration, PG-9 rocket assembly, and live fire testing. It highlights the operation of a vintage 1898 Watervliet Arsenal cannon and 40mm anti-aircraft rounds. The creator celebrates reaching 1,000,000 subscribers, signaling a strong community and expertise in military-grade firearms.

This video details the assembly of a US Army 6-inch Mk29 Target Practice Shell and showcases the M1905A2 Coast Artillery Gun at Fort Pickens. It highlights the threading of the base plug and nose cone onto the shell, providing visual evidence of markings and lot numbers. The M1905A2 gun's details, including rifling and breech markings from Watervliet Arsenal, are also presented.

This video showcases a 127-year-old U.S. Army 3.2-inch Model 1897 Field Gun, highlighting its historical significance and operational mechanics. Key details include its 1898 Watervliet Arsenal manufacture and a live-fire demonstration revealing its recoil and smoke characteristics. The content emphasizes the historical context and engineering of vintage artillery.