Videos tagged with WWII Weapon

The Japanese Type 89 'Knee Mortar' was officially the Type 89 Heavy Grenade Discharger, a rifled bore weapon designed for indirect fire suppression. Despite its name, it was not designed to be fired from the knee due to significant recoil. Its range was adjusted by altering the volume of the combustion chamber, and it could fire both standard grenades and specialized 50mm shells.

This video features Mike shooting the German MG42 at the Makin Bacon 2015 event. The MG42 is a historically significant machine gun known for its high rate of fire and distinctive sound. The event name "Makin Bacon" suggests a potentially informal or themed gathering related to firearms or outdoor activities. The video likely showcases the operation and sound of the MG42 in a live-fire environment.

This video showcases a rare and authentic German MG-34 belt-fed machine gun being tested by Washington County Machine Guns & Suppressors LLC. The description highlights the MG-34's incredibly rapid rate of fire compared to other belt-fed machine guns. It details the firearm's history, introduction in 1934, and its significance as arguably the world's first general-purpose machine gun. The video notes the MG-34's mobility and high rate of fire as key advantages, and its availability for rental at their private range. The firearm fires the 7.92×57mm Mauser cartridge.

This YouTube video is a teaser for upcoming content featuring the FG-42. The description indicates that the video will showcase shooting the firearm, with more content to follow. It's a brief preview designed to build anticipation for a more in-depth video on the FG-42.