Reproduction 1877 "Bulldog" Gatling Gun

Published on January 20, 2013
Duration: 10:00

This review showcases a reproduction of the 1877 'Bulldog' Gatling Gun in .45-70, weighing between 250-300 lbs. It details the assembly, unique headspace adjustment, and the 20-round magazine system. The video highlights the historical transition to metallic cartridges and the Bulldog's impressive theoretical rate of fire up to 1000 RPM, distinguishing it from side-crank models.

Quick Summary

The reproduction 1877 'Bulldog' Gatling Gun weighs between 250-300 lbs and features a unique headspace adjustment via a rear crank nut. Its 20-round magazine feeds manually selected cartridges, and it boasts a theoretical rate of fire up to 1000 rounds per minute.

Chapters

  1. 00:16Introduction: 1877 Bulldog Gatling Gun
  2. 00:56Assembly Process
  3. 02:16Headspace Adjustment Mechanism
  4. 03:05Historical Context of Gatling Guns
  5. 04:0320-Round Magazine and Feed System
  6. 04:27Internal Mechanism Explained
  7. 05:42Disassembly for Maintenance
  8. 07:42Rate of Fire Comparison
  9. 08:59Safety and Clearing Procedure

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight of the reproduction 1877 'Bulldog' Gatling Gun?

The reproduction 1877 'Bulldog' Gatling Gun system is estimated to weigh between 250 and 300 pounds, making it a very substantial piece of historical firearm machinery.

How is headspace adjusted on the 1877 Bulldog Gatling Gun?

Headspace is adjusted using a nut on the rear crank assembly. This mechanism allows the operator to move the entire bolt and rotating assembly relative to the breech faces.

What is the magazine capacity and feed system of the 1877 Bulldog Gatling Gun?

The 1877 Bulldog Gatling Gun features a 20-round feed magazine. Cartridges are manually selected for feeding, with their rims caught in grooves within the magazine.

What is the theoretical rate of fire for the 1877 Bulldog Gatling Gun?

The 'Bulldog' Gatling Gun, lacking gear reduction, has a theoretical rate of fire of up to 1,000 rounds per minute, significantly faster than geared models.

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