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by Tinman
19 Jun 2017, 14:02
Forum: British Army
Topic: Section Infantry Weapons
Replies: 1476
Views: 431440
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Re: Section infantry weapons

In recent conflicts, many of those who have carried and used either the L85a2 or M16 varients did not see, the person or persons they were shooting at. Well documented. There is also a reason the M417 failed the UOR for DMR. Quite. And it was the same for WW1 and WW2. By the end of WW2 a lot of the...
by Tinman
18 Jun 2017, 15:04
Forum: British Army
Topic: Section Infantry Weapons
Replies: 1476
Views: 431440
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Re: Section infantry weapons

the UOR for a DMR - was anything chosen? Is this how the Maximis came along, on the side of the Minimis? the increased use of the GPMG in the light role - has there been a "patrol" MG ever since the Swedes scrapped their universal use of 6.5? The UOR for the DMR is widely reported along w...
by Tinman
15 Jun 2017, 15:49
Forum: Royal Air Force
Topic: Boeing C-17 Globemaster III (RAF)
Replies: 70
Views: 40643
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Re: C-17A Globemaster III (RAF)

shark bait wrote:Going to guess the length and surface preparation varied massively between the A400m and C-17, with the latter pretty much needing an engine rebuild after operating on a dirt strip.
Whats your source for the engine rebuild? Or was it an inspection to see what damage if any occured?
by Tinman
14 Jun 2017, 23:39
Forum: British Army
Topic: Section Infantry Weapons
Replies: 1476
Views: 431440
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Re: Section infantry weapons

In recent conflicts, many of those who have carried and used either the L85a2 or M16 varients did not see, the person or persons they were shooting at.

Well documented.

There is also a reason the M417 failed the UOR for DMR.
by Tinman
13 Jun 2017, 17:45
Forum: British Army
Topic: Section Infantry Weapons
Replies: 1476
Views: 431440
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Re: Section infantry weapons

I suppose if we want a reliable Infantry rifle etc. we could buy AKs in 5.56 and 7.63 NATO. Then again we could buy those rather nice Czech rifles they have just adopted. We have a very reliable Infantry - general purpose assault rifle. We have a poorly designed, poorly manufactured, over complex, ...
by Tinman
09 Jun 2017, 13:13
Forum: Royal Air Force
Topic: Boeing E-3D Sentry AEW.1 (AWACS) (RAF)
Replies: 409
Views: 181077
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Re: Boeing E-3D Sentry AEW.1 (AWACS) (RAF)

yep, and it cant come soon enough, being well behind the french and Americans now. Upgrades in the early 20's to extend life out to 2035. It's a big project too, because its been left so long it a £billion+ programme, which still doesn't bring us up to state of the art, the USN still have a greater...
by Tinman
09 Jun 2017, 13:03
Forum: British Army
Topic: Section Infantry Weapons
Replies: 1476
Views: 431440
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Re: Section infantry weapons

LordJim wrote:I suppose if we want a reliable Infantry rifle etc. we could buy AKs in 5.56 and 7.63 NATO. Then again we could buy those rather nice Czech rifles they have just adopted.

We have a very reliable Infantry - general purpose assault rifle.
by Tinman
05 Jun 2017, 00:53
Forum: Personnel and Units
Topic: UK Civil Defence
Replies: 59
Views: 5391
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Re: UK Civil Defence

marktigger wrote:hopefully the armed officers won't be second guessed and are returned to full duties immediatly
I hope so, but they wont be, as there has been a civilian shot. SOP for suicide bombers is to fire until the target is dropped.

Mindset is at that time we are all going to die, tragic but unavoidable.
by Tinman
23 May 2017, 10:27
Forum: Joint Service
Topic: F-35B Lightning (RAF & RN)
Replies: 6067
Views: 1723658
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Re: F-35B Lightning II (RN & RAF)

The video posted called for a 350ft deck remaining so I guess there is a little play for further forward roll but it might get a but twitchy in the cockpit with the deck going by. It's this that I was wondering about. If there is a suspicion that the aircraft has an issue and no land divert is avai...
by Tinman
22 May 2017, 01:32
Forum: British Army
Topic: Section Infantry Weapons
Replies: 1476
Views: 431440
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Re: Section infantry weapons

LordJim wrote:I totally agree, we just need to have the 7.62 Minimi in each squad and we are sorted. Keep the GMPGs and platoon and company level, more for the sustained fore role.
Get longer barrels for the 5.56mm minimi and we are sorted.
by Tinman
18 May 2017, 13:51
Forum: Royal Air Force
Topic: Boeing Chinook (RAF)
Replies: 309
Views: 133103
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Re: Boeing Chinook (RAF)

shark bait wrote:Its not fast enough.

Even if it was when loaded with 10 tonnes of fuel its range is tiny.
It's faster than apache, many times when on a MERT mission we left those behind.
by Tinman
17 May 2017, 11:04
Forum: British Army
Topic: Apache Attack Helicopter (British Army Air Corps)
Replies: 612
Views: 211801
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Re: Apache Attack Helicopter (Army Air Corps)

dmereifield wrote:
Tinman wrote:Extra engines also being bought.
And apparently, the additional 12 will actually be new builds?
Source at Janes.
by Tinman
16 May 2017, 10:11
Forum: British Army
Topic: Apache Attack Helicopter (British Army Air Corps)
Replies: 612
Views: 211801
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Re: Apache Attack Helicopter (Army Air Corps)

Extra engines also being bought.
by Tinman
15 May 2017, 10:45
Forum: British Army
Topic: Apache Attack Helicopter (British Army Air Corps)
Replies: 612
Views: 211801
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Re: Apache Attack Helicopter (Army Air Corps)

Janes is reporting this and saying it looks like the number is 38 now. http://www.janes.com/article/70331/boeing-contracted-to-remanufacture-38-uk-apaches-to-ah-64e-standard Do a bit of research about the op tempo on Herrick. There are some very very shagged out cabs. 12 new builds will be purchase...
by Tinman
15 May 2017, 01:36
Forum: British Army
Topic: Apache Attack Helicopter (British Army Air Corps)
Replies: 612
Views: 211801
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Re: Apache Attack Helicopter (Army Air Corps)

bobp wrote:Janes is reporting this and saying it looks like the number is 38 now.
http://www.janes.com/article/70331/boei ... e-standard

12 new builds will be purchased.
by Tinman
15 May 2017, 01:35
Forum: Joint Service
Topic: L85A1/A2/A3 - SA80 Assault Rifle
Replies: 140
Views: 107241
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Re: rifle 5.56mm L85/A1/A2/ (The Rifle/ Sa80)

marktigger wrote:
andrew98 wrote:A HK G3? :p

53 maybe G3K in confined space
Want to hit the ceiling?
by Tinman
15 May 2017, 01:34
Forum: Joint Service
Topic: L85A1/A2/A3 - SA80 Assault Rifle
Replies: 140
Views: 107241
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Re: rifle 5.56mm L85/A1/A2/ (The Rifle/ Sa80)

downsizer wrote:Boardwalk was mostly demolished in late 14. Cambridge lines was left standing when we left. No idea what is there now.
Very little. Apart from the usual "afgan" waste.
by Tinman
14 May 2017, 09:09
Forum: Joint Service
Topic: L85A1/A2/A3 - SA80 Assault Rifle
Replies: 140
Views: 107241
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Re: rifle 5.56mm L85/A1/A2/ (The Rifle/ Sa80)

marktigger wrote:
downsizer wrote:Never had a problem with the A2 personally.
never had a problem with the A1 or the A2 but compared to SLR know which I'd rather have
L85a2 would be my choice, I wouldn't like to have cleared compounds with an SLR.
by Tinman
12 May 2017, 15:48
Forum: Royal Navy
Topic: Current & Future Amphibious Capability - General Discussion
Replies: 5973
Views: 1499885
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Re: Current & Future Amphibious Capability - General Discussion

Again, I have never suggested loosing landing craft, just shifting to a more helicopter focused set up. Aircraft bring much greater speed and flexibility. I would suggest that if aircraft can't be used, neither can landing craft, and there is more work to do before hand. The last time we used Helic...
by Tinman
12 May 2017, 15:42
Forum: Joint Service
Topic: L85A1/A2/A3 - SA80 Assault Rifle
Replies: 140
Views: 107241
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Re: rifle 5.56mm L85/A1/A2/ (The Rifle/ Sa80)

I've experience of the L85a2 on operations and it was flawless, no stoppages. I've seen an A2 on range have 15 stoppages in 30 rounds in the hands of an instructor. I've had no problems with it or the A1 but they are still a pile of poorly designed , poorly made junk. Suspect they will make it to 2...
by Tinman
10 May 2017, 14:10
Forum: Joint Service
Topic: L85A1/A2/A3 - SA80 Assault Rifle
Replies: 140
Views: 107241
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Re: rifle 5.56mm L85/A1/A2/ (The Rifle/ Sa80)

I've only had experience on the A1 and the single shot cadet rifle both of which were a bucket of shit. I pulled the cocking handle right off the frame on the single shot and broke the dust cover on the A1. I loved the SUSAT though. I've experience of the L85a2 on operations and it was flawless, no...
by Tinman
04 May 2017, 12:20
Forum: Joint Service
Topic: F-35B Lightning (RAF & RN)
Replies: 6067
Views: 1723658
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Re: F-35B Lightning II (RN & RAF)

shark bait wrote:All the points I listed are factual reasons. The programme has failed to hit most of its targets.

The programme is a failure. Similar programmes also performing poorly does no excuse​ it of failure.
Do you write for the Phoenix Think Tank?

I bet you'd rather see the CVF with legacy Hornets.
by Tinman
03 May 2017, 12:31
Forum: Joint Service
Topic: F-35B Lightning (RAF & RN)
Replies: 6067
Views: 1723658
United Kingdom

Re: F-35B Lightning II (RN & RAF)

shark bait wrote:
Tinman wrote:Why??
Because so far the programme has been a complete failure, their so desperate to turn that around, declaring phony initial operating capability and sending it on PR tours because it has to prove its been worth all the shit so far.
You are such a fan boi
by Tinman
01 May 2017, 02:56
Forum: Joint Service
Topic: F-35B Lightning (RAF & RN)
Replies: 6067
Views: 1723658
United Kingdom

Re: F-35B Lightning II (RN & RAF)

shark bait wrote:They have a lot to prove ...

Why??
by Tinman
20 Apr 2017, 09:06
Forum: Royal Navy
Topic: Astute Class Attack Submarine (SSN) (RN)
Replies: 846
Views: 300945
United Kingdom

Re: Astute Class Attack Submarine (SSN) (RN)

Yes, considering that she is half finished, I too wonder why signing that 1,4 billions contract now, and not in 2012? I think there was an initial £300m contract for long-lead items and initial work on the reactor and pressure compartments. This is the contract for the "completion". A mil...