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− | [[ | + | Multi-National United (MNU) soldiers guarding the District 9 internment camp carry [[Galil#Vektor CR-21|Vektor CR-21]] rifles with white stocks and what appear to be Leupold CQ/T optical sights. There is also the 1st prototype for the CR21 in the movie for the first time on screen. It is used by the Nigerians and has a lot of dressing draped on it. This is called the BW90 after Bruce Wentzel who designed it in 1990 - Olly Steele. |
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− | + | [[Image:Vektor-cr21-1.jpg|thumb|350px|none|Vektor CR-21 bullpup rifle - 5.56x45mm]] | |
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==Remington 870== | ==Remington 870== | ||
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[[Image:D9-shotgun-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A mercenary fires his Remington 870 during the shootout at MNU headquarters.]] | [[Image:D9-shotgun-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A mercenary fires his Remington 870 during the shootout at MNU headquarters.]] | ||
− | == | + | ==FN FAL 50.50== |
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+ | [[FN FAL]] rifles, equipped with shell deflectors, wooden furniture, and scopes are carried by snipers aboard the helicopters circling District 9. | ||
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+ | [[Image:FN FAL 50 00.jpg|thumb|none|450px| FN FAL-50.00 7.62x51mm NATO (similar to R1)]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D9R1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D9-R1-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D9r1brass.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D9r1brass2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | ||
− | + | ==FN FAL 50.61== | |
− | [[Image: | + | [[Image:FN-FAL-50.61.jpg|thumb|none|450px|FN FAL 50.61 Paratrooper ]] |
− | [[Image: | + | [[Image:D9-R1-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The mercenary in the background carries a FN FAL rifle with a folding stock.]] |
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− | == Vektor | + | ==Vektor SS-77== |
+ | A [[Vektor SS-77]] machine gun is mounted on a helicopter circling District 9. | ||
+ | [[Image:Ss77.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Vektor SS-77 - 5.56x45mm belt-fed Machinegun]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D9mag.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | ||
− | + | == Heckler & Koch MP5A4 == | |
− | [[ | + | Some of the MNU mercenaries are armed with [[Heckler & Koch MP5#Heckler & Koch MP5A4|Heckler & Koch MP5A4]] submachine guns. |
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− | + | [[Image:H&KMP5A4.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Heckler & Koch MP5A4 9x19mm - The A4 has an additional option on the selector for '3 round burst' thus possessing four fire options - Safe, Semi Auto, 3 round burst and full auto.]] | |
+ | [[Image:D9-MP5-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | ||
− | + | == Vektor R5 == | |
Several MNU mercenaries are armed with [[Galil#Galil SAR|Vektor R5]] carbines, the South African version of the Israeli Galil SAR. | Several MNU mercenaries are armed with [[Galil#Galil SAR|Vektor R5]] carbines, the South African version of the Israeli Galil SAR. | ||
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[[Image:D9r5nogrip.jpg|thumb|none|600px|-note the absence of a grip]] | [[Image:D9r5nogrip.jpg|thumb|none|600px|-note the absence of a grip]] | ||
− | + | == Vektor R6 == | |
Throughout much of the final action sequence, Koobus is armed with a [[Galil#Vektor R6|Vektor R6]], a compact version of the R5 with a 11-inch barrel. | Throughout much of the final action sequence, Koobus is armed with a [[Galil#Vektor R6|Vektor R6]], a compact version of the R5 with a 11-inch barrel. | ||
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[[Image:D9r67.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | [[Image:D9r67.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | ||
− | == | + | == Beretta 92FS == |
− | + | MNU mercenary leader Koobus Venter ([[David James]]) carries a [[Beretta 92FS]] as his personal sidearm. | |
− | [[ | + | [[Image:BerettaM92FS.jpg|thumb|350px|none|Beretta 92FS - 9x19mm]] |
+ | [[Image:D992.jpg|thumb|none|600px| Koobus Venter ([[David James]]) with the 92FS]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D992fs3.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | ||
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− | + | An Kalashnikov-style rifle of unknown make is used by several mercenaries, with either 5.56 or 5.45mm magazines, a 45 degree gas block and a shortened barrel. The front sight block is close to the gas block much like the Hungarian [[AK-47#AMD-65|AMD-65]] rifle, but the weapon differs in having a AK-74 style muzzle brake and black polymer furniture. | |
− | [[Image: | + | [[Image:D9ak556.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] |
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== Heckler & Koch G36C == | == Heckler & Koch G36C == | ||
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[[Image:D9g36c.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | [[Image:D9g36c.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | ||
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− | === AKM | + | == M4A1 == |
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+ | Several of the MNU mercenaries are armed with [[M4A1]] carbines, some of which are fitted with [[M203]] grenade launchers. | ||
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+ | [[Image:ColtM4A1.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Colt M4A1 with 6 position collapsible stock - 5.56x45mm.]] | ||
+ | [[Image:CM4-M203.jpg|thumb|none|450px|M4A1 carbine 5.56x45mm with [[M203 grenade launcher]] 40mm]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D9-M4A1-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The mercenary on the left carries a M4A1 carbine.]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D9m4a1.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D9m43.jpg||thumb|none|600px]] | ||
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+ | ==Armscor BXP== | ||
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+ | Koobus carries a South African [[MAC-10#Armscor BXP|Armscor BXP]] submachine gun fitted with a red-dot sight during the shootout at MNU headquarters. | ||
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+ | [[Image:Bxp.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Armscor BXP 9x19mm with silencer, muzzle brakes, and spare magazine.]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D9bxp4.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D9bxp5.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | ||
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+ | == Star Model BS/Model Super == | ||
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+ | A Nigerian gangster threatens Wikus with a [[Star Model Super|Model BS]] pistol when he goes to see Obesandjo. According to the movie's armorer Olly Steele, the pistol is a Star Model BS, which differs from the [[Star Model B]] due to the addition of a magazine safety. | ||
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+ | [[Image:B-super-large.jpg|thumb|350px|none|[[Star Model BS]] - 9x19mm.]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D91911.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D919112.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D919113.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D919114.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | ||
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+ | == AKM == | ||
[[AKM]] rifles are commonly seen in District 9, mostly in the hands of the Nigerian gangsters. | [[AKM]] rifles are commonly seen in District 9, mostly in the hands of the Nigerian gangsters. | ||
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A [[AK-47#Norinco Type 84S|Type 84S]] rifle is carried by one of the mercenaries that subdues Christopher Johnson, as well as by some of the Nigerians. | A [[AK-47#Norinco Type 84S|Type 84S]] rifle is carried by one of the mercenaries that subdues Christopher Johnson, as well as by some of the Nigerians. | ||
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[[Image:D9t842.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Type 84 with a Folding stock.]] | [[Image:D9t842.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Type 84 with a Folding stock.]] | ||
− | == | + | == Armsel Striker == |
− | + | A Nigerian which is shot by a mercenary after the rebels catch Wikus fires a [[Armsel Striker and variants|Armsel Striker]] shotgun, which according to armorer Olly Steele has a long barrel and was fitted with various extras. | |
− | [[Image: | + | [[Image:Striker.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Armsel Striker 12-gauge]] |
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+ | [[Image:D9striker2.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | ||
− | == | + | == RPK == |
− | + | One Nigerian fires a [[RPK]] light machine gun when the gangsters attack the MNU convoy. | |
− | [[Image: | + | [[Image:RPK lmg.jpg|thumb|none|450px|RPK Light Machine Gun - 7.62x39mm with 40 round magazine]] |
− | + | [[Image:D9rpk2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|RPK to the far left.]] | |
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− | == | + | == Beretta 92FS Centurion == |
− | One | + | One of the mercenaries holds Christopher prisoner with what appears to be a [[Beretta 92 pistol series#Beretta 92FS Centurion|Beretta 92FS Centurion]] shortly before the Casspir they are riding in is attacked by the Nigerians. |
− | [[Image: | + | [[Image:Beretta92Centurion.jpg|thumb|none|350px|Beretta 92 Centurion 9x19mm]] |
− | [[Image: | + | [[Image:D9centurion.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An MNU PMC holding his Centurion on Christopher.]] |
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− | + | The [[GE M134 Minigun]] is used by Nigerian gangsters who have mounted it on a technical, and later by a mercenary in a guard tower. | |
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== M249 == | == M249 == | ||
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− | [[Image: | + | One mercenary sniper uses a [[MSG90|Heckler & Koch MSG90]] rifle to shoot at the alien mech in the final battle sequence. |
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+ | [[Image:HKMSG90.jpg|thumb|none|450px|]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D9msg90.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | ||
+ | [[Image:D9msg902.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | ||
− | == | + | == Mechem NTW-20 == |
− | + | A [[Mechem NTW-20]] is used by a mercenary against the alien mech. | |
− | [[Image: | + | [[Image:Ntw20.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Mechem NTW-20 20mm]] |
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+ | [[Image:D920mm3.jpg|thumb|none|600px]] | ||
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== RPG-7 == | == RPG-7 == | ||
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==Denel PAW-20== | ==Denel PAW-20== | ||
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[[Image:D9paw20.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | [[Image:D9paw20.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | ||
First time ever on a movie. Thanks to DENEL and GEMACO. Olly Steele. | First time ever on a movie. Thanks to DENEL and GEMACO. Olly Steele. | ||
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+ | == Flamethrower == | ||
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Revision as of 03:17, 28 December 2009
District 9, abbreviated D-9, is a 2009 science fiction film directed by Neill Blomkamp, released August 13, 2009 internationally and August 14, 2009 in North America. It takes place in Johannesburg, South Africa. District 9 is based on Alive In Joburg, a short film by Neill Blomkamp with Sharlto Copley, Simon Hansen and Shanon Worley. All pictures are from the full length trailer.
Vektor CR-21
Multi-National United (MNU) soldiers guarding the District 9 internment camp carry Vektor CR-21 rifles with white stocks and what appear to be Leupold CQ/T optical sights. There is also the 1st prototype for the CR21 in the movie for the first time on screen. It is used by the Nigerians and has a lot of dressing draped on it. This is called the BW90 after Bruce Wentzel who designed it in 1990 - Olly Steele.
Remington 870
MNU guard Thomas (Kenneth Nkosi) uses a Remington 870 with a South African made tactical light during the alien evictions. Another 870 is used by a mercenary during the shootout at MNU headquarters.
FN FAL 50.50
FN FAL rifles, equipped with shell deflectors, wooden furniture, and scopes are carried by snipers aboard the helicopters circling District 9.
FN FAL 50.61
Vektor SS-77
A Vektor SS-77 machine gun is mounted on a helicopter circling District 9.
Heckler & Koch MP5A4
Some of the MNU mercenaries are armed with Heckler & Koch MP5A4 submachine guns.
Vektor R5
Several MNU mercenaries are armed with Vektor R5 carbines, the South African version of the Israeli Galil SAR.
Vektor R6
Throughout much of the final action sequence, Koobus is armed with a Vektor R6, a compact version of the R5 with a 11-inch barrel.
Beretta 92FS
MNU mercenary leader Koobus Venter (David James) carries a Beretta 92FS as his personal sidearm.
Unknown AK
An Kalashnikov-style rifle of unknown make is used by several mercenaries, with either 5.56 or 5.45mm magazines, a 45 degree gas block and a shortened barrel. The front sight block is close to the gas block much like the Hungarian AMD-65 rifle, but the weapon differs in having a AK-74 style muzzle brake and black polymer furniture.
Heckler & Koch G36C
Some mercenaries are armed with Heckler & Koch G36C rifles when they are searching for Wikus in District 9.
M4A1
Several of the MNU mercenaries are armed with M4A1 carbines, some of which are fitted with M203 grenade launchers.
Armscor BXP
Koobus carries a South African Armscor BXP submachine gun fitted with a red-dot sight during the shootout at MNU headquarters.
Star Model BS/Model Super
A Nigerian gangster threatens Wikus with a Model BS pistol when he goes to see Obesandjo. According to the movie's armorer Olly Steele, the pistol is a Star Model BS, which differs from the Star Model B due to the addition of a magazine safety.
AKM
AKM rifles are commonly seen in District 9, mostly in the hands of the Nigerian gangsters.
Norinco Type 84S rifle
A Type 84S rifle is carried by one of the mercenaries that subdues Christopher Johnson, as well as by some of the Nigerians.
Armsel Striker
A Nigerian which is shot by a mercenary after the rebels catch Wikus fires a Armsel Striker shotgun, which according to armorer Olly Steele has a long barrel and was fitted with various extras.
RPK
One Nigerian fires a RPK light machine gun when the gangsters attack the MNU convoy.
Beretta 92FS Centurion
One of the mercenaries holds Christopher prisoner with what appears to be a Beretta 92FS Centurion shortly before the Casspir they are riding in is attacked by the Nigerians.
GE M134 Minigun
The GE M134 Minigun is used by Nigerian gangsters who have mounted it on a technical, and later by a mercenary in a guard tower.
M249
One mercenary uses an M249 to shoot at the alien mech.
MSG90
One mercenary sniper uses a Heckler & Koch MSG90 rifle to shoot at the alien mech in the final battle sequence.
Mechem NTW-20
A Mechem NTW-20 is used by a mercenary against the alien mech.
First time ever on a movie. Thanks to DENEL. Olly Steele.
RPG-7
A RPG-7 launcher is used by Koobus in an attempt to attack the alien transport ship as it takes off.
Denel PAW-20
Koobus uses a Denel PAW-20 grenade launcher during the final action sequence to disable the alien mech.
First time ever on a movie. Thanks to DENEL and GEMACO. Olly Steele.
Flamethrower
Carried by MNU soldiers who burn down an alien hive.