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Battle Factory
Season 1
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Episode 12015-09-09
Sniper Rifle & Ka-Bar Knife
Discover how mortar, bomb suits, the Colt C7 assault rifle and the Zodiac Hurricane are engineered as the tools of warfare come under the spotlight.
Episode 22015-09-12
Flying Parajet & Hovercraft
Behind the scenes at military factories, where raw materials become instruments of war. How parajets, hovercraft, camouflage jackets and portable military shelters are manufactured.
Episode 32015-09-22
Bomb Suit & Assault Rifle
Take a closer look at how high-tech military gear is made, including sniper rifles, Ka-Bar knives and explosive dragon eggs. Plus, a modern reboot of the Zeppelin airship.
Episode 42015-09-22
Swiss Army Knife & Sub-Machine Gun
Get to know the crucial equipment that can save lives on the frontline. A fascinating look at the making of bomb robots, life rafts and the Viking BvS10 amphibious armoured vehicle.
Episode 52015-09-22
Cabot Pistol & Camouflage Suit
Learn about the engineering mastery that goes into making bulletproof helmets, fuel bladders and Zippo lighters. And hear how simulated IEDs help troops prepare for war.
Episode 62015-09-23
Czech Pistol & Rifle Scope
Learn about the manufacturing wizardry behind pistols, firetrucks, ghillie suits and armoured fighting vehicles. With troops' lives on the line, there is no margin for error.
Episode 72015-10-03
F-16 Fighter Jet & Sword
Cannons, parachutes and stretchers - just some of the vital gear armies around the world rely on every day. But how are they made? This must-watch series reveals all.
Episode 82015-10-03
M-II Machine Gun
The manufacturing magic behind essential military gear. Discover how flight simulators work, how rocket launchers are attached to guns and how nutritious ration packs are assembled.
Episode 92015-10-07
Tank Cannon & Parachute
From standard issue to high-tech, this fascinating show reveals how frontline gear is made. The Jaws of Life, the M1 Abrams tank and the military watch are put under the spotlight.
Episode 102015-10-07
Abrams Tank & Jaws of Life
Discover the incredible manufacturing skill that goes into making cavalry swords and simulated ammunition. Plus, the brainpower that keeps the iconic F-16 fighter jet in the sky.
Episode 112015-10-15
Bomb Robot & Amphibious Vehicle
Get the inside scoop on how vital military gear is made. See how camouflage make-up, the M2 machine gun and the Argo amphibious ATV are built to withstand the toughest conditions.
Episode 122015-10-15
Zippo Lighter & Simulated IED
Get to know the essential military kit that could mean the difference between life and death, including combat boots, the CZ 75 pistol, unmanned aerial vehicles and the riflescope.
Episode 132015-10-21
Drone & Armoured Carrier
Get clued up on the equipment that helps armies win wars all over the globe. Discover how a rugged case, a military survival shelter and an armoured personnel carrier are all made.
Episode 142015-10-21
Grenade Launcher & Flight Simulator
This final episode of the military series reveals how Swiss Army knives, sub-machine guns, body armour and laser sights are made. There is no room for error when lives are at stake.
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