Sending Grenades with RC Cars

Published on January 14, 2020
Duration: 10:31

This guide details an experimental technique for remotely delivering an M67 fragmentation grenade using two RC cars. One car carries the explosive, while the second is rigged to pull the pin. The demonstration, conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, highlights the potential for reducing troop exposure in hazardous situations, though it underscores the extreme risks involved.

Quick Summary

An experimental technique demonstrated the remote delivery of an M67 fragmentation grenade using two RC cars. One car carried the grenade, while a second car pulled the pin via a string upon reversing. This method aims to reduce troop exposure to hazardous areas, with safety measures including retreat behind concrete walls and careful observation of the detonation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Concept
  2. 01:03Rigging the RC Cars
  3. 03:04Bunker Setup
  4. 05:24Safety and Execution
  5. 06:41Detonation and Aftermath

Frequently Asked Questions

How was the grenade rigged to the RC car for remote detonation?

The M67 fragmentation grenade was attached to one RC car. A second RC car was connected to the grenade's pin via a string, designed to pull the pin when the second car reversed after the first reached the target.

What safety measures were taken during the RC car grenade delivery experiment?

The team retreated behind concrete walls for safety. The operation involved careful planning and execution from a distance to minimize exposure to the blast radius and potential shrapnel.

What was the purpose of using RC cars for grenade delivery?

The primary goal was to demonstrate a method for remotely delivering explosives to a target area, thereby reducing the risk of casualties to troops who would otherwise have to approach the target directly.

What kind of target was used in the demonstration?

A small bunker was constructed using cinder blocks and wood. Pineapples were placed inside as proxy targets to visualize the effects of the grenade's blast.

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