Videos tagged with Tankgewehr

This video explores the potential combat effectiveness of the Tankgewehr against a British Mk. IV tank during World War I. It delves into the ballistics and armor penetration capabilities of this early anti-tank rifle, comparing it to the armor thickness and design of the Mk. IV. The analysis likely involves historical context and technical specifications to determine if the Tankgewehr could have realistically served as an effective anti-tank weapon in that era.

This video delves into the history and features of the Inglis Boys Mk I* Anti-Tank Rifle. Despite being largely obsolete upon its 1937 introduction, the rifle saw service with British and American forces in WWII, particularly against thinner-armored Japanese tanks in the Pacific. The description highlights its massive size (35 lbs, 5'2"), its .55 Boys caliber with a steel-core bullet capable of piercing .91" of armor, a 5-round detachable magazine, muzzle brake, and bipod. It also touches upon post-war imports and conversions to .50 BMG. The video references a range test by Forgotten Weapons.

This YouTube video is a book review of Tim Gale's "French Tanks in the Great War." The reviewer discusses the development and combat use of French tanks during World War I, focusing on the Schneider, St. Chamond, and the influential Renault FT-17. The book details the logistic and organizational aspects of French tank service, as well as their combat history drawn from military archives. The reviewer notes the book's coverage of German anti-tank weaponry and tactics, including the Tankgewehr. While not heavily focused on small arms, the video emphasizes the importance of understanding tanks for a comprehensive grasp of WWI.

This video explores a rare prototype Winchester antitank rifle developed in late 1918, in response to the advent of tanks in World War I. The rifle, the only known surviving example, suffered a catastrophic failure during testing, with its receiver cracked in half. The description highlights its unique 1911-style pistol grip bolt handle and its role in the development of the .50 BMG cartridge, with captured German Tankgewehrs serving as the basis for US efforts. The video thanks the Cody Firearms Museum for access.

This video investigates the effectiveness of the German Tankgewehr antitank rifle against British WWI tanks. Developed by Mauser as an emergency measure, the video aims to determine if its 13.2mm AP rounds could penetrate the armor of a British MkIV tank. They replicate the tank's 6mm, 8mm, and 12mm through-hardened steel with AR450 plate and test fire original 1918 German AP ammunition from a captured Tankgewehr at 50 yards. The production highlights contributions from MOA Targets, Arms Heritage Magazine, and Hayes Otoupalik.