ULTIMATE TANK KILLER AMMO!! 140mm APFSDS "Thumper" vs 120mm Abrams Round #unboxing #military #bullet

Published on June 25, 2024
Duration: 1:00

This video provides an expert-level unboxing and assembly overview of the 140mm APFSDS 'Thumper' prototype tank round, contrasting it with the standard 120mm M865 TPCSDS-T training round. The presenter, an ordnance specialist, demonstrates the assembly process and highlights the significant size difference between the two rounds and their respective platforms, the M1 Thumper prototype and the M1A1 Abrams.

Quick Summary

The 140mm APFSDS 'Thumper' is an experimental prototype tank round, significantly larger than the 120mm M865 TPCSDS-T inert training round. APFSDS stands for Armor-Piercing Fin-Stabilized Discarding Sabot. The 120mm round is used with the M1A1 Abrams, while the 140mm is linked to the M1 Thumper prototype, indicating advancements in tank gun and ammunition technology.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Unboxing
  2. 00:25140mm APFSDS Assembly
  3. 00:43Size Comparison: 120mm vs 140mm
  4. 00:58Vehicle Context

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the 140mm 'Thumper' and the 120mm M865 TPCSDS-T?

The 140mm APFSDS 'Thumper' is a prototype experimental tank round, while the 120mm M865 TPCSDS-T is a standard inert training round. Visually, the 140mm round is significantly larger, suggesting greater kinetic energy and penetration potential.

What does APFSDS stand for in tank ammunition?

APFSDS stands for Armor-Piercing Fin-Stabilized Discarding Sabot. This type of ammunition uses a dense penetrator encased in a sabot that separates after firing, allowing the fin-stabilized penetrator to achieve high velocities and defeat armor.

What tank platforms are associated with these rounds?

The 120mm M865 TPCSDS-T is commonly used with the M1A1 Abrams tank. The 140mm APFSDS 'Thumper' is associated with the experimental M1 Thumper prototype tank, representing a potential future upgrade path.

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