Recoilless Rifles Flashcards
1
Q
recoilless rifles do not use an obturator they use as:
A
venturi
2
Q
what is newtons first law?
A
for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction
3
Q
what are the two recoilless designs?
A
solid cart case with rear blow out disc
perforated cart case
4
Q
advantages of recoilless
A
no recoil
leightweight
man portable
mounted on light vehicles
5
Q
disadvantages of recoilless
A
flash/dust (BBDA)
Low velocity
large propelling charge
