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Heavy weapon or Heavy Weapon may refer to: A weapon system that is too big and heavy for infantry to carry and thus rely on mounting platforms (vehicles
Heavy_weapon
2005 video game
Heavy Weapon, also referred to as Heavy Weapon: Atomic Tank, is a horizontally scrolling shooter that was both developed and published by PopCap Games
Heavy_Weapon
Turkish small arms and defense systems manufacturer
Following its integration into SYS ecosystem, CANiK expanded into heavier weapon systems and modular defense technologies. CANiK is widely known for
Canik_Arms
Fictional character
The Heavy Weapons Guy (real name Misha), better known as the Heavy, is a playable character in the team-based shooter game Team Fortress 2 (TF2) as one
Heavy_(Team_Fortress_2)
Type of military unit
Heavy weapons platoon (HWP) is a term from military science which refers to an infantry platoon equipped with machine guns, mortars, rocket-propelled
Heavy_weapons_platoon
Implement or device used to inflict damage, harm, or kill
operate. Heavy weapons – artillery and similar weapons larger than light weapons (see SALW). Crew served weapons – larger than personal weapons, requiring
Weapon
Portable light machine gun
direct firepower. Weapons fulfilling this role can be light machine guns, or modified selective-fire rifles fitted with a heavier barrel, bipod and a
Squad_automatic_weapon
Military unit size, usually composed of two or more squads or equivalent units
It is usually divided into three eight to ten person sections and a heavy weapons detachment that deploys a GPMG, and a Carl Gustav rifle, depending on
Platoon
Identified as a lightbow, the weapon operates on the same principle as a Wookiee bowcaster and is said to be more powerful than a heavy blaster rifle, allowing
List_of_Star_Wars_weapons
Heavy machine gun
is a Soviet designed 14.5×114mm-caliber heavy machine gun, which first entered service as an infantry weapon in 1949. In the 1960s, the infantry version
KPV_heavy_machine_gun
Type of military unit
balance of the battalion. The weapons company provides organic fire support coordination, mortar, anti-armor, and heavy machine gun support. The company
Weapons_company
Lightweight all-terrain vehicle
weapon mounts, storage space and roll cage. The vehicle has different layout for different mission set, including troop transport, logistics, heavy weapon
Lynx_(ATV)
Two classes of man-portable weapons
weapons not listed above. In contrast, the term "heavy weapons" generally refers to any other weapon systems that are too cumbersome for foot transportation
Small_arms_and_light_weapons
.50-caliber heavy machine gun
been used extensively as a vehicle weapon and for aircraft armament by the United States since the 1930s. It was heavily used during World War II, the Korean
M2_Browning
Weapon made from objects attached to a chain
A chain weapon is a weapon made of one or more heavy objects attached to a chain, sometimes with a handle. The flail was one of the more common types of
Chain_weapon
Award
the G36) Heavy weapon (for example machine gun (MG3) or antitank launcher (Panzerfaust 3) The awarded grade is determined by the lowest weapon qualification
German Armed Forces Badge of Marksmanship
German_Armed_Forces_Badge_of_Marksmanship
Class of weapons under the National Firearms Act
mortars, rocket launchers, large projectiles, and other heavy ordnance). Acquisition of these weapons is subject to prior approval of the Attorney General
Title_II_weapons
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Look up heavy or heavily in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Heavy may refer to: Heavy, a characterization of objects with substantial weight Heavy, a wake
Heavy
Man-portable multi-role weapon system
can be assigned if heavy use is expected. In the firing procedure it is the loader's responsibility to check the area behind the weapon for people and for
Carl Gustaf 8.4 cm recoilless rifle
Carl_Gustaf_8.4_cm_recoilless_rifle
Codename for 1950s proposed American nuclear weapon
This first device, however, was too heavy to work as a deliverable weapon. The first deployable thermonuclear weapon designs were tested during Operation
Sundial_(weapon)
Firearm stabilizing device
accurate use of heavier weapons and reduce fatigue by displacing the weight of the weapon from the arms to the torso and to mitigate weapon recoil. As of
Third Arm Weapon Interface System
Third_Arm_Weapon_Interface_System
A nuclear weapon is an explosive device that derives its destructive force from nuclear reactions, either nuclear fission (fission or atomic bomb) or a
Nuclear_weapon
Weapon that can kill many people or cause great damage
A weapon of mass destruction (WMD) is a biological, chemical, radiological, nuclear, or any other weapon that can kill or significantly harm many people
Weapon_of_mass_destruction
German railway supergun
Schwerer Gustav (German pronunciation: [ˈʃveːʁɐ ˈɡʊstaf]; lit. 'Heavy Gustav') was a German 80-centimetre (31.5 in) railway gun. It was developed in the
Schwerer_Gustav
Rapid-fire projectile weapon that fires armour-piercing or explosive shells
and anti-aircraft guns. Autocannons are heavy weapons that are unsuitable for use by infantry. Due to the heavy weight and recoil, they are typically installed
Autocannon
Kanawa Heavy Weapons is a 1991 role-playing supplement for Torg published by West End Games. Kanawa Heavy Weapons is a supplement in which weapons are detailed
Kanawa_Heavy_Weapons
Blunt weapon
truncheon, cosh, nightstick, or impact weapon) is a short staff or stick, usually made of wood, wielded as a weapon or tool since prehistory. There are several
Club_(weapon)
Gun capable of heavy sustained fire
the "heavy" aspect of the weapon referred to the weapon's bulk and ability to sustain fire, not the cartridge caliber. This class of weapons was best
Heavy_machine_gun
Automatic grenade launcher
grenade launcher which was often used on perimeter defense posts and heavy weapons vehicles. United States - US Army, USMC, USAF Comparison of automatic
XM174_grenade_launcher
Polearm or impact weapon
martel-de-fer, "iron hammer") is a weapon that was used by both foot soldiers and cavalry. It is a very old weapon and gave its name, owing to its constant
War_hammer
Broad concept in tabletop and video games
equipment changes, such as sharpshooter classes armed with sniper rifles, or heavy weapon classes with machine guns and rocket launchers; to unique gameplay changes
Character_class
Military operation of the Bosnian War
heavy weapons, which were key items for trench warfare. This lack of weapons eventually led commander Rasim Delić to stop the offensive due to heavy losses
Operation_Tekbir_'95
Multi-stage fusion-fission nuclear weapon
thermonuclear weapon, fusion weapon or hydrogen bomb (H-bomb) is a second-generation nuclear weapon, using nuclear fusion. The most destructive weapons ever created
Thermonuclear_weapon
Type of military unit
ground armored vehicles and air defense vehicles with heavy weapons systems. CAATs often use weapon systems such as M2 .50 caliber machine guns, Mk-19 grenade
Combined_anti-armor_team
M2 machine gun. The vehicles were used as a mobile platform to mount heavy weapon systems including anti-tank missiles. The vehicle could be carried on
Saker_LSV
Siege during the Bosnian War (1992–1996)
troops, defended much of the urban area throughout the war without heavy weapons or armor. Following numerous engagements, the Army of Republika Srpska
Siege_of_Sarajevo
Fully automatic firearm
generally used when attached to a bipod or tripod, a fixed mount or a heavy weapons platform for stability against recoil. Many machine guns also use belt
Machine_gun
Type of light spear designed to be thrown by hand
a light spear designed primarily to be thrown, historically as a ranged weapon. Today, the javelin is predominantly used for sporting purposes such as
Javelin
Tracked heavy armoured fighting vehicle
vehicle intended as a primary offensive weapon in front-line ground combat. Tank designs are a balance of heavy firepower, strong armour, and battlefield
Tank
Type of long poleaxe
countries of Europe before the year 1400. It was essentially the butcher's heavy weapon with which he clave the head of an ox. It was this primitive halberd
Bardiche
Heavy machine gun
minutes and 12 seconds (over 21,000 rounds). The Army adopted the weapon as its principal heavy machine gun, utilizing the M1906 .30-06 cartridge with a 150-grain
M1917_Browning_machine_gun
Operations Force (GOF) and Marine Operations Force use a range of heavier weapons up to automatic cannon of 20mm calibre deployed on the armoured personnel
List of police firearms in Malaysia
List_of_police_firearms_in_Malaysia
Roman ballista-like torsion siege engine
placed in, thus allowing them to serve as sinew-springs. This gave the weapon more power. An arm made of wood known as the stilus, with iron hooks at
Scorpio_(weapon)
Apparatus used to affix a weapon to an installation or vehicle
A weapon mount is an assembly or mechanism used to hold a weapon (typically a gun) onto a platform in order for it to function at maximum capacity. Weapon
Weapon_mount
Maritime infantry of the Italian Armed Forces
M113 (“VCC-1”). The heavy company forms the combat support component of the battalion with their air defense and anti-armour weapons as well as with the
1st_San_Marco_Regiment
Polearm with a long shaft and pointed head used for thrusting or throwing
for thrusting as a melee weapon (including weapons such as lances and pikes) and those designed for throwing as a ranged weapon (usually referred to as
Spear
Bulgarian state-owned company
controlled the sale of everything from cigarettes to heavy weapons. Kintex was responsible for selling weapons to smugglers and terrorists, with both right wing
Kintex_(Bulgaria)
Artillery weapon that launches explosive projectiles
typically used as indirect fire weapons for close fire support with a variety of ammunition. Historically, mortars were heavy siege artillery. Mortars launch
Mortar_(weapon)
Type of weapons system
shoulder-launched missile weapons, and static anti-tank and anti-aircraft missiles. Heavy weapons platoon Small arms for weapons used by individuals List
Crew-served_weapon
Anti-tank rocket-propelled grenade launcher
M72 LAW (light anti-tank weapon, also referred to as the light anti-armor weapon or LAW as well as LAWS: light anti-armor weapons system) is a man-portable
M72_LAW
Mortar
States Army in 1991 as the M120 Mortar System. Its mission is to provide heavy-weapon, high-angle organic indirect fire support to the unit commander. The
Soltam_K6
Heavy machine gun
large-calibre') is a Soviet heavy machine gun. The weapon may be vehicle mounted or used on a tripod or wheeled carriage as a heavy infantry machine gun. The
DShK
NATO air strikes on Army of Republika Srpska
the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina in March 1995, the VRS removed heavy weapons from UN collection points in May and used them to shell the besieged
May_1995_Pale_air_strikes
Overwatch character
force Overwatch. Conceived due to Geoff Goodman's desire to include a heavy weapon wielding character into the game, she was designed by Arnold Tsang after
Zarya_(Overwatch)
Heavy machine gun
Kord-12.7 mm heavy machine gun is a Russian design that entered service in 1998 replacing the older NSV machine gun. Externally the weapon resembles the
Kord_machine_gun
United States Army sergeant and Medal of Honor recipient
machine-gun and small-arms fire. Under fire, he retrieved and employed a heavy weapon system, thereby allowing U.S. and partnered forces to regain the initiative
Christopher_Celiz
2010 film by Sylvain White
Special Forces operatives, includes team leader Clay, demo expert Roque, heavy weapon specialist Pooch, hacker Jensen, and sniper Cougar. They are sent to
The_Losers_(2010_film)
Remote control system for heavy fire arms
Operated Weapon Station (CROWS) is a series of remote weapon stations used by the U.S. military on its armored vehicles and ships. It allows weapon operators
CROWS
Finnish wheeled armoured personnel carrier
and workshop vehicles. The AMV heavy weapon platform features a stronger structure, enabling the fitting of heavy weapon systems e.g. Patria AMOS 120 mm
Patria_AMV
Hungarian defensive line (built 1941–44)
two light machine guns and few submachine guns, and every squad and heavy weapon had its own shelter. The platoon had three or more concentric trench-rings
Árpád_Line
2002 video game
member, such as using their demolitions expert to destroy bridges, their heavy weapons specialist to destroy tanks, etc. Prior to beginning a campaign, the
Conflict:_Desert_Storm
Soviet tank commander (1911–1994)
from S.R.4 engaged 2 Soviet heavy tanks and then broke contact. NARA T315 R329 fig.238 reports 6 Pz.Div.'s total heavy weapon loss on 19 August 1941 as
Zinoviy_Kolobanov
Heavy machine gun
the Type 54 heavy machine gun, but the thinner barrel overheats faster. In trials, the W85 lost out to the Type 85 as an infantry weapon and was not accepted
W85_heavy_machine_gun
Tubular-shaped club or rod weapon designed to inflict blunt damage with whipping motion
18 lb) [ref?]. The weapon is used mainly on horseback with one hand, sometimes with two whips in both hands. Comparing to the top-heavy Chinese hammer, the
Bian_(weapon)
Military personnel who engage in ground combat
battledress or combat uniform, camping gear, heavy weather gear, survival gear, secondary weapons and ammunition, weapon service and repair kits, health and hygiene
Infantry
Military light utility/combat multi-role vehicle
Elbit weapon station equipped with a 12.7×99mm NATO heavy machine gun. For the other variants, Montenegro mentions having received 10 "M1278 Heavy Guns
Joint_Light_Tactical_Vehicle
Heavy machine gun
War. Though seemingly intended to replace the older Type 92 heavy machine gun, the weapon never underwent the same level of mass production as its predecessor
Type_1_heavy_machine_gun
Submachine gun
can be used by heavy weapon detachments, tank and aircraft crews, drivers, and radio or radar operators as a personal defence weapon. India Indian Army
ASMI
Basic deployable unit of maneuver in the U.S. Army
squadrons are planned to be activated. Also, heavy weapon companies in IBCT infantry battalions were downsized to weapon platoons within the battalion Headquarters
Brigade_Combat_Team
Weapon
howitzers. Kalyani group has also made a strong pitch for supplying heavy weapons to the Saudi Arabian military. Two gun systems, both developed by Kalyani
Bharat-52
Slovak Armed Forces special operations unit
reconnaissance, Direct Action, communications, medicine, or demolitions/heavy weapons. The combat support detachment has a section of 9 snipers, a combat
5th Special Operations Regiment (Slovakia)
5th_Special_Operations_Regiment_(Slovakia)
WWII amphibious landing zone in France
for a few surviving tanks and a heavy weapons squad here or there, the assault troops had only their personal weapons, which, having been dragged through
Omaha_Beach
Historical class of fighter aircraft; Primarily used in the Pre-War and WWII-period
A heavy fighter is a historic category of fighter aircraft produced in the 1930s and 1940s, designed to carry heavier weapons or operate at longer ranges
Heavy_fighter
Using a firearm as a blunt weapon
in their hand and strike a blow with its handle or merely swung the heavy weapon as a club or baton while holding it normally.[citation needed] There
Pistol-whipping
Weaponry used by the U.S. Marine Corps
This is a list of weapons used by the United States Marine Corps: The basic infantry weapon of the United States Marine Corps is the M27 Infantry Automatic
List of weapons of the United States Marine Corps
List_of_weapons_of_the_United_States_Marine_Corps
British artillery unit
same personal and crew-served weapons in service with the British Army. During World War II the RMA used light and heavy anti-aircraft guns and searchlights
Royal_Malta_Artillery
Type of backsword with curved blade, designed to cut and slash
blades became common and were also used by heavy cavalry. The military sabre was used as a duelling weapon in academic fencing in the 19th century, giving
Sabre
Club-like weapon
(heavy sword pommels have also been used as weights). However, there are few depictions of such a ball-and-chain flail from the period, so the weapon of
Morning_star_(weapon)
Heavy machine gun
2015-12-11. Weapons: An International Encyclopedia from 5000 B.C. to 2000 A.D. St. Martin's Press. 1991. ISBN 0-312-03950-6. "Japanese 7.7mm Heavy Machine
Type_92_heavy_machine_gun
Naval gun
gun had been in development since 1885. The Navy desired a lightweight heavy weapon with a 10-inch bore to arm their coastal monitors and the armored cruiser
10-inch/31-caliber_gun
Class of naval artillery
armaments are smaller, faster-firing weapons that are typically effective at a shorter range than the main (heavy) weapons on military systems, including battleship-
Secondary_armament
Full-automatic-only firearm
manufacturer. The CAR-15 weapons system consisted of the AR-15 and five variations, including the Colt Machine Gun and CAR-15 Heavy Assault Rifle. The Colt
Colt_Automatic_Rifle
Heavy machine gun
The Type 3 heavy machine gun (三年式重機関銃, San-nen-shiki juu-kikanjuu), also known as the Taishō 14 machine gun, was a Japanese air-cooled heavy machine gun
Type_3_heavy_machine_gun
Weapon system for combat platforms
weapon station (RCWS), remotely operated weapon system (ROWS), or remote weapon system (RWS), is a remotely operated light or medium-caliber weapon system
Remote controlled weapon station
Remote_controlled_weapon_station
Topics referred to by the same term
Hellbore could refer to: A heavy weapon in several science fiction series. A turret-mounted weapon of the Bolo tanks in the Bolo novels written by Keith
Hellbore
Military unit size designation
consisting of three rifle companies and a heavy weapons company. That is, rifle companies A, B, C along with heavy weapons Company D were part of the 1st battalion
Battalion
Propaganda term for WWII German weapons programmes
[ˈvʊndɐˌvafə]) is a German word that literally translates to "wonder-weapon" or "miracle weapon" and was a term assigned during World War II by Nazi Germany's
Wunderwaffe
British Second World War small high-speed military vessel
mostly equipped with one heavy weapon and numerous lighter guns. The later 71.5 feet (21.8 m) short MGBs would have two heavy weapon locations (a 2-pound
Motor_gunboat
Sighting device used on weapons
a variety of small arms as well as some heavier weapons. As with regular ultraviolet sensors, thermal weapon sights can operate in total darkness. Unlike
Thermal_weapon_sight
Weapons used in the Vietnam war
Even though the empty H&R T223 was 0.9 pounds (0.41 kg) heavier than an empty M16A1, the weapon had a forty-round magazine available for it and this made
List of weapons of the Vietnam War
List_of_weapons_of_the_Vietnam_War
Heavy machine gun
Maxim gun has been called "the weapon most associated with imperial conquest" by historian Martin Gilbert, and was heavily used by colonial powers during
Maxim_gun
Type of weapon
Many explosive weapons, such as aerial bombs, multiple rocket launchers, artillery, and larger mortars, are categorized as heavy weapons. In armed conflict
Explosive_weapon
Award
with one weapon qualification recognized in the Schützenschnur, any of the following are recognized: light (pistole or MP), rifle and heavy weapon (MG or
German Armed Forces Badge for Military Proficiency
German_Armed_Forces_Badge_for_Military_Proficiency
Combat sport
term "heavy" is used to distinguish this from "light" combat, now almost exclusively referred to as rapier combat. Participants use armour and weapons specified
SCA_armoured_combat
Weapon
knucklebow resembling a ladder). The dress sword for Heavy Cavalry officers was a much smaller and lighter weapon, having a knucklebow, ovoid pommel and boat-shell
Pattern 1796 heavy cavalry sword
Pattern_1796_heavy_cavalry_sword
American military machine gun deployed 1960
rounds per minute as heavier types. Despite this, some personnel claim to have witnessed successful prolonged firing of the weapon. The stellite superalloy
M60_machine_gun
Type of armored personnel carrier with direct-fire support
carrier (APC). During the Cold War, armies increasingly fitted heavier and heavier weapons systems on an APC chassis to deliver suppressive fire for infantry
Infantry_fighting_vehicle
Series of concert tours created by American metal band Disturbed
Music as a Weapon is a series of concert tours created by the American heavy metal band Disturbed. There have been seven editions of the tour, five in
Music_as_a_Weapon
Series of agreements to end the Donbas War
agreement, and called for another ceasefire from 15 February, withdrawal of heavy weapons further from the frontline, granting further self-governance to the
Minsk_agreements
is a list of World War II infantry weapons. The Albanian Kingdom maintained a small military force that was heavily influenced by Italy. Following the
List of World War II infantry weapons
List_of_World_War_II_infantry_weapons
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