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In World War I, it was commonly estimated that one machine gun was considered equivalent to about 100 rifles in terms of firepower and effectiveness on the battlefield. This significant disparity highlighted the strategic advantage machine guns provided in trench warfare, where their ability to deliver sustained fire could dramatically alter the outcome of engagements. The reliance on machine guns marked a shift in military tactics during the war.
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How many rifles were used in World War 2?
Over 100 million rifles were used during World War 2.
What kind of guns did they use in world war 1?
many guns like rifles,machine guns,AK-47 etc.
How many guns were in world war 2?
estimated 20 million pistols and rifles
What weapons were invold in d day?
Hundreds of types of weapons were involved. Both sides had many infantry rifles and machine guns. The Allies had naval guns and aircraft.
What is names of some World War 1 guns?
Germans had Luger pistols and "broom handle" Mauser pistols, and Mauser rifles. Their machine guns were often called Maxim guns, after the designer, Hiram Maxim. The French had Lebel Rifles and Maxim machine guns. The French also had a light machine gun that was probably the worst of the war, called a Chauchat. It had a clip that curved below the weapon, and the sides of the clip were cut out - I suppose so the soldier could see how many rounds he had left. It would be hard to think of a worse idea for a weapon if you tried, in the mud of the western front. The French generously inflicted thousands of these on American troops when they arrived in France. Americans had Springfield rifles and "American Enfield" rifles. The Enfield was the British type of rifle. American factories had made these under contract for Great Britain before America got in the war. When America did get in the war, there were not enough Springfield rifles for the hundreds of thousands of new soldiers, and no way to make enough in time. The factories previously making rifles for Britain started making them for America, changing the design slightly so the "American Enfields" were the same caliber and used the same cartridges as the Springfield. Americans also had the Colt automatic pistol, which remained the US service pistol until the 1980s. The Browning Automatic Rifle and the Thompson Submachine gun were developed for the war, but were not ready in time to see service. The British had their Lee-Enfield rifles and Webley revolvers for pistols. They had the same machine guns as the Germans and French, but called them Vickers guns instead of Maxims. The British also had a light machine gun called a Lewis gun. The Russians had Moisin-Nagant rifles. The Italians had Mannlicher-Carcano rifles. The Austrians had Steyr rifles. All the rifles were very similar, bolt-action types.
How many rifles were worth a machine gun in world was one?
In World War I, the general equivalence often cited was that one machine gun was roughly worth the firepower of about 4 to 6 rifles. This ratio highlights the significant advantage machine guns provided in terms of sustained fire and defensive capabilities compared to traditional rifles. The exact number could vary based on battlefield conditions and tactics employed.
How many rifles was worth one machine gun in ww1?
During World War I, the general estimation was that one machine gun was considered equivalent to about 4 to 6 rifles in terms of firepower. This ratio varied depending on the specific situation and the type of warfare being conducted, but machine guns provided a significantly higher rate of fire and sustained fire capability compared to standard rifles. As a result, machine guns played a crucial role in trench warfare and changed the dynamics of battlefield tactics.
Is army cadets worth while?
its very worth while, i go to the mercian regiment british acf, and next year I'm gettin the opportunity to climb mount Everest, i have fired and used numerous target rifles, machine guns and assault rifles and have made many freinds from it.
What weapons were employed in world war 1?
Rifles, mortars, artillery,machine guns, tanks,airplanes, warships of many types, submarines, airships and dangerousgases.
What weapons were used on World War I?
The weapons that were used in World War 1 were rifles, machine guns, revolvers, rockets, zeppelins, tanks, planes, artillery, many kinds of warships, gases, and torpedoes.
How many rifles were used in World War 2?
Over 100 million rifles were used during World War 2.
How many rifles are there in the world?
Over 10 million
How many rifles are there?
Tens of millions world wide
How many Ar's rifles in the world?
Over 10 million
What kind of guns did they use in world war 1?
many guns like rifles,machine guns,AK-47 etc.
What is value of German rifle machine gun mp43?
With paperwork, it's worth $7,000-$10,000. Without paperwork it can only be sold through the black market. Many of these rifles were imported illegally. If you don't have the paperwork, tie a brick to it and throw it into a lake. That's my advice
How many guns were in world war 2?
estimated 20 million pistols and rifles
