Videos tagged with Aircraft Armament

This YouTube video focuses on the unboxing of "spam cans" containing 20mm M18A3 Drill Cartridges. These cartridges are specifically noted as being for the M3 Aircraft Autocannon, indicating a historical military aviation context. The video's title highlights the "unboxing" aspect and includes hashtags related to military and bullets, suggesting an emphasis on the presentation of these military surplus items.

This YouTube video features firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson discussing the adaptations made to the British Vickers machine gun for aerial combat during World War I. The content explores how pilots were expected to operate a heavy machine gun independently in the challenging environment of aerial dueling. The Royal Armouries, a UK national collection of arms and armour, is highlighted as the source of this historical expertise.

This video delves into the history and significance of the Browning M2 .50 caliber heavy machine gun, affectionately known as 'Ma Deuce.' It traces the gun's origins back to 1918 and General John Pershing's request for a powerful anti-aircraft and anti-tank weapon. The video highlights John Browning's innovative design, adapting his .30 caliber M1917 to a .50 caliber round. Despite initial faltering interest after WWI, Colt continued development, leading to its adoption in 1922. The M2's role evolved, becoming crucial aircraft armament during World War II, with approximately 2 million units produced. The video emphasizes the M2's enduring legacy and its continued service today, a testament to Browning's brilliant engineering.

This video showcases a rare World War One Villar Perosa submachine gun being fired at a range, courtesy of the Morphy Auction Company. The presenter details the weapon's unique design, originally intended for aircraft armament and later adapted for infantry use. Key features highlighted include its dual actions and barrels, independent thumb triggers, high rate of fire (around 1500 rpm per barrel), and its impracticality as an infantry weapon due to the lack of a buttstock and a stable bipod. The description also touches on its feeding system (25-round magazines) and sighting.