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==Apes Rifle (modified M1 Carbine)==
 
==Apes Rifle (modified M1 Carbine)==
As in the original [[Planet of the Apes]], the main rifle used in the film is a visually modified [[M1 Carbine]].  This time, the wood casing was not painted black and for some scenes a bayonet was attached. Both Taylor ([[Charlton Heston]]) and Brent ([[James Franciscus]]) are seen using the rifle.  For the background extras, wooden replicas were used.
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As in the original [[Planet of the Apes (1968)|Planet of the Apes]], the main rifle used in the film is a visually modified [[M1 Carbine]].  This time, the wood casing was not painted black and for some scenes a bayonet was attached. Both Taylor ([[Charlton Heston]]) and Brent ([[James Franciscus]]) are seen using the rifle.  For the background extras, wooden replicas were used.
 
[[File:POTARifle.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Prop version of the Apes rifle (from YourProps.com)]]   
 
[[File:POTARifle.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Prop version of the Apes rifle (from YourProps.com)]]   
 
[[Image:AutoOrdM1Carbine.jpg|thumb|none|450px|The Modern Manufactured version of the [[M1 Carbine|M1 Carbine]], with standard stock, from Auto-Ordnance (affiliated with Kahr Arms and Thomson Arms). Chambered in .30 Carbine]]
 
[[Image:AutoOrdM1Carbine.jpg|thumb|none|450px|The Modern Manufactured version of the [[M1 Carbine|M1 Carbine]], with standard stock, from Auto-Ordnance (affiliated with Kahr Arms and Thomson Arms). Chambered in .30 Carbine]]

Revision as of 04:56, 10 July 2014


The following weapons were used in the film Beneath the Planet of the Apes:

Blu Ray cover for Beneath the Planet of the Apes
Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970)


Apes Rifle (modified M1 Carbine)

As in the original Planet of the Apes, the main rifle used in the film is a visually modified M1 Carbine. This time, the wood casing was not painted black and for some scenes a bayonet was attached. Both Taylor (Charlton Heston) and Brent (James Franciscus) are seen using the rifle. For the background extras, wooden replicas were used.

Prop version of the Apes rifle (from YourProps.com)
The Modern Manufactured version of the M1 Carbine, with standard stock, from Auto-Ordnance (affiliated with Kahr Arms and Thomson Arms). Chambered in .30 Carbine
Ape soldiers armed with their modified M1 Carbine Ape rifles.
The Apes engage in bayonet training.
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Taylor (Charlton Heston) holds the rifle.
Brent (James Franciscus) fires the rifle.
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Brent (James Franciscus) fires the rifle.

Apes Submachine Gun (modified Madsen M50)

In this film, the Apes, to include General Ursus (James Gregory), also use a submachine gun, which appears to be a visually modified Madsen M50 .

Madsen M50 - 9x19mm
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General Ursus (James Gregory) leads his soldiers.
General Ursus (James Gregory) opens up with his submachine gun.
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Apes Handgun (revolver)

The Apes also use a handgun which appears to be a visually modified S&W revolver.

POTA2 03.jpg
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