Videos tagged with Tank Machine Gun

This video from the Royal Armouries explores a fascinating piece of British military history: a Czech-made WW2 tank machine gun, specifically the .303 variant of the ZB-53, which would eventually evolve into the Besa. The description highlights Britain's mid-thirties urgency in adopting air-cooled machine guns for their tanks and Armored Fighting Vehicles (AFVs), leading them to procure the Czech design. The video promises an inside look at this object with a Curatorial Assistant. It also encourages subscriptions, support for the museum, and engagement through comments, showcasing the Royal Armouries' commitment to bringing arms and armor history to life.

This video explores the Vickers Class C/T machine gun, a commercial export variant designed for interwar armored vehicles. It highlights modifications made from the standard Vickers heavy machine gun, including a pistol grip, buttpad, cheek pads, shortened barrel, rear-removable barrel, side-hinged top cover, and interchangeable feed blocks for left or right-hand feeding. The video also discusses experimental cooling systems and the limited production and use of these specialized guns, noting their obsolescence by World War II compared to air-cooled alternatives.

This video delves into the history and technical details of the Marlin 7 MG, also known as the Model 1917 Aircraft Machine Gun. Originating from John Browning's Model 1895 design, the Marlin-Rockwell corporation, under engineer Carl Gustav Swebilius, significantly modernized it with a straight gas piston and closed-bolt firing for aircraft use. The description highlights its designation by the US, subsequent revisions, and its limited adoption in light tanks at the end of WWI. The video acknowledges the scarcity of information on this often-underappreciated machine gun.

This video from Forgotten Weapons explores the DTM, a Soviet tank variant of the DP-27 light machine gun. It highlights key differences from the infantry model, including a collapsing stock, pistol grip, a larger 60-round drum magazine, and a modified barrel mount for vehicle use. The video also touches on its use in early Soviet WWII tanks like the T-26, T-34, and KV-1, and its adoption by Finnish forces. The presenter thanks DriveTanks.com for providing access to this rare firearm.

This video explores the Swiss Reibel M31, a variant of the French Chatellerault M24/29 light machine gun adapted for vehicle and fortress use. It highlights features like the absence of a buttstock and sights, a heavy barrel for sustained fire, and a 150-round drum magazine. The video details its post-WWII acquisition by Switzerland, rechambering to 7.5x55mm Swiss, and installation in AMX tanks. The specific gun shown is mounted on a Swiss LMG-25 tripod with an adapter for gunsmith testing, thanks to the Kessler auction company.

This video explores the Japanese Type 97 Tank Machine Gun, a derivative of the Czech ZB-26. It highlights that the Type 97 is chambered in 8mm Mauser and utilizes standard ZB-26 20-round magazines. The featured example is part of the collection at Battlefield Vegas and includes its original mounting point from a Type 35 tankette, adding significant historical and display value. The description also includes a link to the author's website and credits the theme music composer.