Solothurn 20mm S18-1000 Wheeled Carriage

This guide details the operation and firing technique for the Solothurn S18-1000 anti-tank rifle, as demonstrated by firearms expert Ian McCollum. It covers loading, the unique ratchet crank charging system, and safe firing procedures from a prone position, emphasizing the weapon's powerful 20x138mm caliber and significant recoil.

This video showcases a malfunction with the Solothurn S18-1000 anti-tank rifle, specifically an auto-ejecting magazine failure. The operator demonstrates proper safety gear usage while handling the large caliber weapon. The incident highlights a potential reliability issue with the feed system under certain conditions.

This compilation showcases the firing of various large caliber firearms and cannons, from 20mm to 76mm, including the Inkunzi PAW, Solothurn S18-1000, Lahti L39, Krupp Mountain Gun, M3 Anti-tank gun, Bofors 37mm, Pak 40, T124E2, and an M4A2E8 Sherman tank. Expert instruction from Ian McCollum highlights the unique characteristics, ammunition, and firing procedures for each weapon, emphasizing safety and operational techniques for heavy ordnance.

This guide details the specific technique for separating two MAS-36 rifles that have been inadvertently locked together by their bayonets. It outlines the historical context of this issue, the modification made to the bayonet to resolve it, and the step-by-step procedure for disengagement. The technique requires precise alignment and the use of a pointed tool to access the internal release mechanism, as demonstrated by firearms expert Ian McCollum.

This guide details the loading and firing procedure for the M134 Minigun, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers manual indexing of the barrel cluster, feeding the ammunition belt, engaging controls, and firing. The guide also touches upon the weapon's spin-down inertia and the function of modern clutch systems. Expert instruction from a recognized firearms historian highlights the technical aspects of operating this powerful weapon system.

This guide details the operational features of the H&K G11 K2, a prototype assault rifle known for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt. It covers the selector settings, magazine capacity, integrated optics, and the internal action designed for recoil management during high-rate-of-fire bursts. Expert insights from Ian McCollum highlight the historical context and technical innovations of this advanced firearm.

This guide details the operation of the German L.Gr.W.36 50mm light mortar, as demonstrated by expert Ian McCollum. It covers assembly, leveling procedures, ammunition handling, and live fire execution, emphasizing the difficulty in visually tracking the projectile. The instruction highlights the importance of proper setup for accuracy.