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Published on February 2, 2023
Duration: 0:53

This video provides a visual and informative overview of U.S. military ammunition, ranging from common handgun and rifle calibers to heavy machine gun and autocannon rounds. Expert identification of platform-specific munitions, like the 30mm rounds for the AH-64 Apache and A-10 Thunderbolt II, highlights the presenter's detailed knowledge. The collection showcases calibers from 9mm up to 40mm, offering a comprehensive look at the diverse ammunition landscape of the U.S. armed forces.

Quick Summary

The U.S. military employs a wide array of ammunition, including 9mm for handguns, 5.56mm for rifles, and 7.62x51mm for machine guns. Larger calibers featured are the .50 BMG for heavy machine guns, 20mm, 30mm (with distinct variants for the AH-64 Apache and A-10 Thunderbolt II), and 40mm autocannon rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Small Arms
  2. 00:12Shotgun & Heavy Machine Gun Rounds
  3. 00:24Autocannon & Aircraft Munitions
  4. 00:49Ammunition Lineup

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the common small arms calibers used by the U.S. military?

The U.S. military commonly uses 9mm rounds for handguns, 5.56mm rounds for rifles like the M4 carbine, and 7.62x51mm rounds for battle rifles and machine guns such as the M240.

What types of larger caliber munitions are shown for U.S. military aircraft?

The video displays 30mm cannon rounds used by platforms like the AH-64 Apache and the A-10 Thunderbolt II (GAU-8 variant), as well as 40mm autocannon rounds potentially used on aircraft like the C-130 gunship.

Can you differentiate between the 30mm rounds used by the Apache and the A-10?

Yes, the 30mm round used by the AH-64 Apache is visibly shorter than the much larger 30mm round fired by the A-10 Thunderbolt II's GAU-8 cannon, reflecting their different roles and weapon systems.

What shotgun ammunition is featured in the video?

The video specifically shows a 12 gauge shotgun shell, identified with markings indicating it is loaded with 00 Buckshot, a common tactical load.

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