Live Fire from the Episode 034: The Lewis Gun

Published on September 14, 2016
Duration: 2:34

This video provides a detailed live-fire demonstration of the WWI-era Lewis Gun. It showcases the unique process of loading the 47-round pan magazine and mounting it onto the firearm. The footage includes full-auto fire, slow-motion analysis of the cycling action, and target results at 50 yards, highlighting the weapon's effectiveness and handling characteristics.

Quick Summary

The Lewis Gun's pan magazine holds 47 rounds of .303 British ammunition and is loaded by individually placing cartridges into the rotating drum. The video shows this process, followed by live fire demonstrating the weapon's effectiveness at 50 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Loading the Pan Magazine
  2. 00:48Mounting the Magazine
  3. 00:58Full Auto Live Fire
  4. 01:35Slow Motion Analysis
  5. 01:51Target Results
  6. 02:00Additional Live Fire

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the Lewis Gun's pan magazine loaded?

The Lewis Gun's distinctive pan magazine is loaded by individually placing cartridges into the rotating drum. An internal spiral track within the magazine organizes the rounds efficiently before it's mounted onto the firearm.

What caliber is the Lewis Gun typically chambered in?

The Lewis Gun, as demonstrated in this video, is chambered in .303 British. This was a common caliber for British and Commonwealth forces during World War I and beyond.

What are the key specifications of the Lewis Gun?

The Lewis Gun features a .303 British caliber, a 47-round pan magazine capacity, a 26.25-inch barrel, and weighs approximately 28 lbs. Its design made it a significant light machine gun of its era.

What kind of performance can be expected from the Lewis Gun?

During live fire tests at 50 yards, the Lewis Gun demonstrated effective grouping, showcasing its capability as a light machine gun at short to medium ranges. The video analyzes both burst and sustained fire.

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