jamesteo320
New Member
I have a question for hk g36 rifle,
about its ambidextrous switch for safe and firing mode.
If I had switched the left side of the rifle to safe mode while the right side
switch is still on fire mode, will the rifle still be on safe or fire mode.
Thank You
about its ambidextrous switch for safe and firing mode.
If I had switched the left side of the rifle to safe mode while the right side
switch is still on fire mode, will the rifle still be on safe or fire mode.
Thank You
This recent information from the ADF site seems to summarise the current situation:
http://www.defence.gov.au/media/dispatches/070411.htm
Cheers
A
Aussie Digger
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Possibly.
I'm aware an Iroquois was used to acquire "KFC" for the boys during CHOGM...
I recall an M113 driving down maitland one time, odd since singo barracks is miles away, as is the next army base...Holsworthy! Bloody Chokos heading to maccas i bet
The ASLAVs were doing training in Brisbane before deployment to Iraq if i recall as well(memory stretched atm), something bout Urban familiarisation, basically don't shoot at QLD drivers, since they drive like Iraqis anyway it was the perfect place to practice
The ASLAVs were doing training in Brisbane before deployment to Iraq if i recall as well(memory stretched atm), something bout Urban familiarisation, basically don't shoot at QLD drivers, since they drive like Iraqis anyway it was the perfect place to practice
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Aussie Digger
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That's a low blow, and not especially accurate particularly if you're from Sydney as you appear to be, you're hardly one to talk about driving skills...I recall an M113 driving down maitland one time, odd since singo barracks is miles away, as is the next army base...Holsworthy! Bloody Chokos heading to maccas i bet
The ASLAVs were doing training in Brisbane before deployment to Iraq if i recall as well(memory stretched atm), something bout Urban familiarisation, basically don't shoot at QLD drivers, since they drive like Iraqis anyway it was the perfect place to practice
We used to do road runs from Wide Bay training area (near Gympie in Queensland about 250k's North of Brisbane) back to Gallipoli barracks at Enoggera in M113's. It was not a pleasant experience, but was a valuable training experience.
Especially for the recovery vehicle operators... :shudder
Doubful but I know of one Adelaide Hotel which built its drive-in bottleshop with approach ramps designed to take a Mk.III truck (back in the bad old days before the 'mogs appeared on the scene).
.Hehe, some years ago one soldier here used a Fuchs wheeled APC to impress his girlfriend. He had stolen the Fuchs and then drove to his girlfriend and with her through a drive through. He demolated the building a bit and got fired immediately but it would have been fun to see the guy in the McDo drive through.
Oz ASLAVS destroyed in Iraq
The destruction by IEDs of one ASLAV and the severe damage of another, together with the wounding of three soldiers in Iraq today, is a sobering reminder of the problems our soldiers face everyday as we commemorate Anzac Day tomorrow.
Cheers
The destruction by IEDs of one ASLAV and the severe damage of another, together with the wounding of three soldiers in Iraq today, is a sobering reminder of the problems our soldiers face everyday as we commemorate Anzac Day tomorrow.
Cheers
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Aussie Digger
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Oooh look, the "too heavy naysayers" were right. The M1A1's CAN'T be moved by RAN Amphibious capabilities...
http://www.defence.gov.au/media/download/2007/May/20070516/index.htm
Er, hang on, yes they can...
http://www.defence.gov.au/media/download/2007/May/20070516/index.htm
Er, hang on, yes they can...
And they can even be driven on the forecastle deck!
Mind you they look to be a pretty tight fit on the ramp from the vehicle deck to the forecastle deck.Cheers
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Aussie Digger
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True, but they fit and the Manoora, Kanimbla AND Tobruk ALL have cranes capable of lifting them and LCM's to lift them to for over the beach operations...And they can even be driven on the forecastle deck!
Cheers
What are we going to DO if it rains but...
I might post some pics to Hugh White. I'm sure he'd have a bit of apoplexy over them being "rubbed in his face"...
nfloorl:
I think it was always ridiculous that anyone would believe that an M1A1 would not be able to be carried on ships that were originally USN tank landing ships.True, but they fit and the Manoora, Kanimbla AND Tobruk ALL have cranes capable of lifting them and LCM's to lift them to for over the beach operations...
What are we going to DO if it rains but...
I might post some pics to Hugh White. I'm sure he'd have a bit of apoplexy over them being "rubbed in his face"...
They should also be able to use the rear ramp mated to LCHs or LCMs.Cheers
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Aussie Digger
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Some people even on this website suggested the M1A1's would be confined to Darwin during the wet season...I think it was always ridiculous that anyone would believe that an M1A1 would not be able to be carried on ships that were originally USN tank landing ships.
Cheers
Others postulated that the M1A1's "would be able to move out of Puckapunyal" either...
Sheer nonsense...
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Aussie Digger
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That's alright mate. I do get rather fired up when people OUTSIDE Defence and have no clue on current acquisitions suggest these types of nonsense.
Even when it's plain as day they are wrong...
Jezza
Member
Thales Australia has been awarded an order from the Commonwealth, under the existing LAND 116 Bushranger contract, for the supply of an additional 143 Bushmaster Infantry Mobility Vehicles worth AU$99 million.
"The success of Bushmaster demonstrates the world class design and innovation capability that Thales has developed in Australia", said Norman Gray, Managing Director, Thales Australia. "Our military vehicles, designed and manufactured in Australia, are currently in service in Iraq and Afghanistan."
Under the contract Thales Australia will supply the vehicles in five variants based on existing build configurations, to be delivered no later than 30 March 2009.
"A number of enhancements have been made to the vehicles based on feedback we have received from personnel on operations," said Darryl Page, Vice President, Land Systems, Thales Australia. "These enhancements will ensure the best protection and mobility for our troops."
The new contract will address the requirements of the Australian Defence Force, while incorporating mechanisms that allow Thales Australia flexibility in build schedule. This will enable other potential small quantity export opportunities to be fulfilled from our existing production capacity.
The vehicles will be built at the Thales Australia facility located in Bendigo, Victoria, where the company has been a prime defence manufacturer for more than 65 years. The workforce of approximately 400 employees has full capability to conceive, design, develop, manufacture and support military vehicle protected mobility solutions.
Upon build completion, Thales Australia will utilise its rapidly developing network of centres around Australia and overseas to provide ongoing vehicle service support. Thales Australia is committed to sustaining Australian SMEs through local development of military systems integrated into Bushmaster Infantry Mobility Vehicles.
(Source: Thales Australia; issued May 30, 2007)
Some good news for the troops.
"The success of Bushmaster demonstrates the world class design and innovation capability that Thales has developed in Australia", said Norman Gray, Managing Director, Thales Australia. "Our military vehicles, designed and manufactured in Australia, are currently in service in Iraq and Afghanistan."
Under the contract Thales Australia will supply the vehicles in five variants based on existing build configurations, to be delivered no later than 30 March 2009.
"A number of enhancements have been made to the vehicles based on feedback we have received from personnel on operations," said Darryl Page, Vice President, Land Systems, Thales Australia. "These enhancements will ensure the best protection and mobility for our troops."
The new contract will address the requirements of the Australian Defence Force, while incorporating mechanisms that allow Thales Australia flexibility in build schedule. This will enable other potential small quantity export opportunities to be fulfilled from our existing production capacity.
The vehicles will be built at the Thales Australia facility located in Bendigo, Victoria, where the company has been a prime defence manufacturer for more than 65 years. The workforce of approximately 400 employees has full capability to conceive, design, develop, manufacture and support military vehicle protected mobility solutions.
Upon build completion, Thales Australia will utilise its rapidly developing network of centres around Australia and overseas to provide ongoing vehicle service support. Thales Australia is committed to sustaining Australian SMEs through local development of military systems integrated into Bushmaster Infantry Mobility Vehicles.
(Source: Thales Australia; issued May 30, 2007)
Some good news for the troops.
M1A1 Submarine
Regards
Tiddles
Hi Tasman - With regard to unloading the tank via the rear ramp mated to LCMs, on another Forum there is a thread suggesting such a move would end up with the ramp collapsing and the tank becoming a submarine. I have no idea at all myself, but if you want to read the post which is by a usually respected well known poster try the fifth column Forum .The thread is called "M1A1 tanks go for harbour ride " The thread is located on the 5th page of threads.I think it was always ridiculous that anyone would believe that an M1A1 would not be able to be carried on ships that were originally USN tank landing ships.
Cheers
Regards
Tiddles
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