This video provides an in-depth look at the Heckler & Koch G11K2, the final version of the advanced German rifle that was ultimately cancelled. The G11's revolutionary caseless ammunition and complex hyperburst firing mechanism are detailed. The video explains the historical context of its development, its rejection from NATO trials, and its eventual cancellation due to political and economic shifts following German reunification. It also touches on its participation in the US Advanced Combat Rifle program and its enduring legacy as a symbol of German engineering prowess, often referred to as 'Kraut Space Magic.' Access to the rifles was provided by H&K USA.
This video showcases the 90mm Heckler & Koch RGW-90 MATADOR recoilless anti-tank launcher. Manufactured in Germany, the MATADOR is designed for man-portable anti-tank and anti-door operations. It fires a HEAT projectile with a rocket motor for increased velocity and range, capable of penetrating over 500mm of armor. Introduced in 2000, it remains in service globally. Notably, over 13,000 units were supplied by Germany to Ukraine in 2022 for anti-armor support against Russian tanks, highlighting its current relevance in geopolitical conflicts.
This video dives deep into the fascinating Heckler & Koch G11K2, the final iteration of a revolutionary rifle designed for the West German Bundeswehr. The G11's standout feature is its caseless ammunition, enabling a complex action capable of firing three rounds in a hyper-fast burst before recoil is felt. Despite passing German trials and being accepted for service in the late 1980s, the program was ultimately cancelled due to political and economic shifts following German reunification. The G11 also made a bid for a future through the US Advanced Combat Rifle program but was not chosen. Praised as an icon of German engineering, the G11 is often referred to as "Kraut Space Magic." The video thanks H&K USA for access to their collection.
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