First Hand Look – Inside a Challenger 2 tank as the gun is fired

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Exclusive footage shows the inside of a British Army Challenger 2 tank as the L30A1 120mm rifled gun is fired. 

The FV4034 Challenger 2 is a main battle tank in service with the armies of the United Kingdom and Oman.

The vehicle was designed and built by the British company Vickers Defence Systems, now known as BAE Systems Land & Armaments.


This footage belongs to the UK Defence Journal, for more visit https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk and for enquiries please contact [email protected]

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Marcus has completed a BSc in International Politics & Strategic Studies followed by an MSc in Project Management. Additionally he is a dedicated Army Reservist and currently as a NCO in the Air Defence role but has served as a crewman on Armoured Vehicles.
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LongTime
LongTime (@guest_463873)
5 years ago

Surely that should be titled gun fired from drivers view point

George Allison
George Allison (@george-allison)
5 years ago
Reply to  LongTime

No.

Longtime
Longtime (@guest_463968)
5 years ago
Reply to  George Allison

Chill George, not having a pop mate, I’m just pointing out the view is from the drivers window

Crabfat
Crabfat (@guest_463917)
5 years ago
Reply to  LongTime

Sorry to disagree with George but you are right, LT – that title is a bit disingenuous. Leads you to think that you are going to see the INSIDE of the tank whilst it is firing.

Daniele Mandelli
Daniele Mandelli (@guest_464008)
5 years ago

Really fascinating.

Thank you for this.