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S1 E10 An F16, a Sword, and Simulated Ammunition

Documentary

NR

22 minutes

Jul 1, 2015

Brainpower and firepower transform 8,000 kilograms of computer-controlled machinery into a legendary dogfighter with the best fight and flight record in the sky.Featuring: Steve Anthony

Season 1, 14 Episodes

Season 1 (14 Episodes)

Battle Factory - An Assault Rifle, a Bomb Suit, a Mortar, and a Zodiac

An Assault Rifle, a Bomb Suit, a Mortar, and a Zodiac,

What starts off as a seven-pound bar of solid steel will soon deliver a bullet with deadly accuracy when it becomes the barrel of a Colt C7 assault rifle. In the Gulf War, Rwanda, and Afghanistan, the Colt C7 has served as the standard issued weapon.

Battle Factory - A Parajet, a Hovercraft, a Camo Jacket, and a Portable Military Shelter

A Parajet, a Hovercraft, a Camo Jacket, and a Portable Military Shelter,

As lightweight aluminum is cut and tooled, it will become the frame of a personal flying machine. Used by military operatives, drug enforcement agents, and first responders – it gets you in and out fast, whether you are carrying a camera or a gun.

Battle Factory - A Sniper Rifle, a Zeppelin, a Ka-Bar Knife, and Dragon Eggs

A Sniper Rifle, a Zeppelin, a Ka-Bar Knife, and Dragon Eggs,

In 48 hours, a block of metal will be formed into the most accurate weapon on earth: the AX-338 Sniper Rifle. In a warzone, police standoff, or hostage-taking, the sniper is often the only solution to a bad situation.

Battle Factory - An Amphibious Armoured Vehicle, a Bomb Robot, and a Life Raft

An Amphibious Armoured Vehicle, a Bomb Robot, and a Life Raft,

When a steel-plated hull is fitted with controls on the inside and tracks on the outside, it’ll become the Viking BVS10 –an armored amphibious personnel carrier that can get troops in and out of any combat zone, even if it has to go through snow and sand.

Battle Factory - A Helmet, a Zippo, a Fuel Bladder, and a Simulated IED

A Helmet, a Zippo, a Fuel Bladder, and a Simulated IED,

When a series of delicate snowflake-shaped sheets of Aramid are pressed together, they’ll form a piece of headgear that’s comfortable enough to wear to war, and tough enough to take a bullet.

Battle Factory - A Pistol, a Firetruck, a Ghillie Suit, and an Armored Fighting Vehicle

A Pistol, a Firetruck, a Ghillie Suit, and an Armored Fighting Vehicle,

At the Cabot factory in Pennsylvania, USA, a block of steel will be transformed by innovation and artistry into the ultimate update of an American classic. An iconic sidearm and a formidable weapon.

Battle Factory - A Cannon, a Parachute, a Medal, and a Stretcher

A Cannon, a Parachute, a Medal, and a Stretcher,

A battle tank is only as effective as its gun, and for the Stryker vehicle, that’s the M68 105mm cannon. A tube of forged steel will be hammered into one of the most powerful and famous cannons in modern warfare – a mighty weapon.

Battle Factory - A Grenade Launcher, a Flight Simulator, and Ration Packs

A Grenade Launcher, a Flight Simulator, and Ration Packs,

In World War 1, the original grenade launchers were the infantrymen themselves. They both lit and lobbed the mini bombs from the trenches. They could throw the grenade 15 meters fairly accurately but then would have to duck for cover.

Battle Factory - Jaws of Life, a Tank, and a Watch

Jaws of Life, a Tank, and a Watch,

A series of handcrafted, precision-cut pieces will come together to create a first response tool capable of chewing through metal like a can opener. At the scene of an accident, a natural disaster, or in the combat zone, the Jaws of Life can cut anything.

Battle Factory - An F16, a Sword, and Simulated Ammunition

An F16, a Sword, and Simulated Ammunition,

Brainpower and firepower transform 8,000 kilograms of computer-controlled machinery into a legendary dogfighter with the best fight and flight record in the sky.

Battle Factory - Camouflage Makeup, a Machine Gun, and an Amphibious Military ATV

Camouflage Makeup, a Machine Gun, and an Amphibious Military ATV,

Developed from solidified vegetable oil this military-grade compound is a long way from department store concealer: it's sweatproof infrared resistant and stays on in the drenching downpour.

Battle Factory - Combat Boots, a Pistol, a UAV, and a Riflescope

Combat Boots, a Pistol, a UAV, and a Riflescope,

For the soldier, the army boot is more than protective footwear. From the parade ground to the battlefield, the boot is a symbol of discipline and determination that marches the soldier right through his military career.

Battle Factory - A Rugged Case, and a Precision Aerial Delivery System

A Rugged Case, and a Precision Aerial Delivery System,

Polyethylene is measured and molded, heated, and cooled to create a rugged and air-droppable case that’s tougher than the rest. Stronger, lighter, and more durable than their wooden predecessors, these keep out wind, rain, sand, and humidity.

Battle Factory - Swiss Army Knife, a Sub-Machine Gun, Body Armour, and a Laser Sight

Swiss Army Knife, a Sub-Machine Gun, Body Armour, and a Laser Sight,

An iconic knife that's been an integral part of military culture for more than a hundred years, the Swiss Army Knife has been put in service around the world – and even in space.

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Battle Factory

Documentary

TV-G

1 Season

22 minutes

Battle Factory takes viewers into the hidden world of military and frontline gear factories all over the world — where raw materials become finished products. Battle Factory has unprecedented access and reveals how these items are manufactured right befor

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