Generation Kill

Generation Kill is a seven part miniseries that premiered on HBO in the summer of 2008. It is based on the book of the same name by Rolling Stone writer Evan Wright, who was embedded with the Marines of the First Reconnaisance Battalion during the initial stages of the 2003 US invasion of Iraq.

Generation Kill (2008)

The following weapons are featured in the miniseries Generation Kill:

Assault Rifles

M4A1 Carbine

The M4A1 Carbine is the main rifle used by the Marines of First Recon in the miniseries, including Corporal Josh Ray Person (James Ransone) and Sergeant Brad 'Iceman' Colbert (Alexander Skarsgard). The M4s seen in the series all have full quad rails, and some have attachments like PEQ laser modules and various optics. Those without M203 launchers mostly have Knights Armament Vertical Grips on the forward rails. Sgt. Colbert's M4, which is the most unique of the M4 Carbines in the series, sports an AN/PVS-17 night sight (sometimes replaced with an ACOG scope), a M203 grenade launcher, rail covers, PEQ infrared laser modules, and an ERGO grip.

Colt M4A1 Carbine with M68 Aimpoint scope and RIS foregrip 5.56mm

In Episode 3 "Screwby", Cpl. Person (James Ransone) is cleared to fire his M4A1. Note the blank adapter.

A closeup of Sgt. Colbert's M4A1, which is equipped with a AN/PVS-17 night sight and a M203 grenade launcher.

Sgt. Colbert (Alexander Skarsgard) sights an enemy bunker with the AN/PVS-17 night sight on his M4A1 in Episode 3 "Screwby".

Another view of Sgt. Colbert's M4A1.

Pvt. Christenson aims his M4A1 when searching an enemy encampment in Episode 3 "Screwby".

Sgt. Colbert looks through the ACOG scope of his M4A1 during the training sequence in Episode 1, "Get Some".

In Episode 1 titled "Get Some", Sgt. Rudy Reyes prepares to run laps around Camp Matilda in full gear and carrying his M4, which has an ERGO foregrip. Trivia Rudy Reyes plays himself in the series and also helped train the actors.

M16A2 Rifle

The M16A2 is carried by numerous Marines, including Lieutenant Nathaniel Fick (Stark Sands), Captain Bryan Patterson (Michael Kelly), and Hospital Corpsman Second Class Robert Timothy 'Doc' Bryan (Jonah Lotan). The M16A2 has been mostly phased out for the newer M16A4, but because the mini-series depicts the Invasion of Iraq in 2003, the M16A2 was the standard rifle of most Marine units at the time.

M16A2 Rifle - 5.56mm. Select Fire rifle (Safe/Semi/3 round Burst Only).

With his M16A2 slung on his shoulder, Capt. Patterson (Michael Kelly) discusses tactics with the Battalion Commander (David Warshofsky).

In Episode 1, "Get Some", a Marine takes a break near a Humvee with some M16A2 rifles resting on the side. The rifles appear to be rubber props.

'Doc' Bryan (Jonah Lotan) aims his M16A2 with M203 in Episode 1, "Get Some".

Kalashnikov variants

Kalashnikov rifles are used by Iraqi soldiers, civilians and even American Marines, in particular one platoon commander, Captain Dave 'Captain America' McGraw (Eric Nenniger).

AKMS - 7.62x39mm

Iraqi forces fire their AKMS rifles blindly at the Marines.

"Hey Captain, where'd you get that nice-looking AK?" 'Captain America' shows off the well-oiled Kalashnikov he's recovered to Cpl. Person in Episode 2 "The Cradle of Civilization".

'Captain America' firing his AKMS during the capture of the abandoned enemy airfield during Episode 3 "Screwby".

'Captain America' fires his AKMS at a SUV to "deny the enemy transportation".

As one of the Marines videotapes, 'Captain America' picks up an AKMS from a dead Iraqi soldier, adding to his collection of Kalashnikovs.

Colt Model 733

In the beginning of Episode 4, a Marine is glimpsed carrying a Colt Model 733.

Colt Model 733 SMG - 5.56x45mm. It should be noted this is actually an M16A1 upper used to build a mock up of a 733 for films.

The Marine not wearing his helmet carries the Colt 733.

Another view of the Marine's Colt 733.

M40A1 sniper rifle

The M40A1 sniper rifle is used by Scout Sniper Sgt. Larry Shawn "Pappy" Patrick (Josh Barrett) to eliminate an enemy RPG team in episode 2.

Remington M40 sniper rifle 7.62x51mm NATO

Sgt. Patrick (Josh Barrett) prepares to fire his M40A1 as Sgt. Reyes (Rudy Reyes) spots for him.

In Episode 7 entitled "Bomb in the Garden", a SEAL sniper team is seen engaging targets with the M40A1 from the factory office.

Machine Guns

M249 SAW Paratrooper

Some of the Marines, notably Lance Corporal Trombley (Billy Lush), carry the paratrooper variant of the M249 SAW throughout the series. The M249 is also seen mounted on Marine UH-1 helicopters.

M249 SAW 5.56mm paratrooper version with 200 round ammo drum

Lance Cpl. Trombley (Billy Lush) gets ready to open fire with his M249 Para. Note that his weapon is obviously loaded with blank rounds.

A closeup of the M249 firing from Episode 1, "Get Some."

Lance Cpl. Trombley leans his M249 Para out the window.

Close observation reveals Walt's SAW is loaded with blanks here.

In Episode 6 entitled "Stay Frosty", a female Marine is seen carrying a M249 Para.

In Episode 6 "Stay Frosty", a Marine UH-1 carrying Lt. Col Ferrando and Gen. Mattis is seen with door-mounted M249 Paras.

PKM

PKM machine guns are used by the Iraqi forces throughout the miniseries, sometimes mounted on tripods.

PKM with classic (most seen) version of the flash hider - 7.62x54R

An abandoned PKM machine gun, mounted on a tripod.

Sgt. Colbert approaches a dead Iraqi soldier and his PKM.

Heavy Weapons

Browning M2HB

Several Browning M2HB machine guns are mounted on the Marines' Humvees, and are often used in conjunction with the Mk. 19 grenade launchers to assault Iraqi positions.

Browning M2HB on vehicle mount - .50 BMG

Garza during a training exercise.

Cpl. Garza firing his Browning M2HB during a training exercise in Episode 1, "Get Some".

Garza wearing his NVG's opens up with the M2HB.

M136 AT4

M136 AT4 anti-tank weapons are seen in the Humvees and then later at the First Recon encampment in Baghdad. None are seen used in the miniseries.

M136 AT4 Anti-Tank rocket launcher - 84mm

In Episode 7 "Bomb in the Garden", a row of AT-4's is seen behind Sgt. Colbert.

M203 grenade launcher

The M203 grenade launcher is usually carried by the Marine team leaders and officers, including Sergeant Brad Colbert and Lieutenant Nathaniel Fick. In episodes 5 and 6, the M203s are used to launch blue smoke grenades in an attempt to prevent accidental shootings at roadblocks. In one tragic scene, a smoke grenade is fired to only ricochet off the ground and strike the head of a civilian.

M203 grenade launcher- 40mm

Capt. Bryan Patterson (Michael Kelly) is on the radio with Ferrando as Gunnery Sgt. Rich Barrett (Eric Kocher) lays down fire with his M4 with M203 during the battle in Nasiriyah.

Capt. Craig "Encino Man" Schwetje (Brian Wade) fires his M203 grenade launcher.

Lt. Fick fires his M16 with the M203 underneath.

A closeup of Colbert's M203 as he loads another grenade into it.

Sgt. Colbert launches a smoke grenade with his M203 in an attempt to stop an oncoming car.

Mk 19 grenade launcher

The Mk 19 grenade launcher is seen mounted on several of the Marines' Humvees including Sergeant Colbert's. Seen operated by several Marines including Cpl. Anthony "Manimal" Jacks (Rich McDonald), Cpl. Walt Hasser (Pawel Szajda) and Cpl. Garza and is often used to demolish enemy strongpoints throughout the miniseries.

Mk 19 grenade launcher 40mm in vehicle mounting

Cpl. Anthony "Manimal" Jacks (Rich McDonald) mans his Mk.19.

A front shot of Cpl. Walt Hasser (Pawel Szajda) as he handles the Mk.19.

A disassembled Mk.19 AGL.

A Marine mans his Mk.19.

Sgt. Rudy Reyes and Sgt."Pappy" Patrick check out the Mk.19 on their Humvee

RPG-7

RPG-7 launchers are used by some Iraqi Feyadeen during their attempts to attack the invading American forces.

RPG-7 70mm

A dead Iraqi Feyadeen fighter with a RPG-7.

An RPG team as seen through the scope of Sgt. "Pappy" Patrick.

M242 Bushmaster chaingun

The 25mm M242 Bushmaster chaingun is the main gun of the Marines' LAV-25. The LAV's are seen firing their Bushmasters after the First Recon encounters enemy forces at the bridge.

LAV-25's fire their Bushmasters on enemy positions.

Handguns

Beretta 92FS

The Beretta 92FS pistol is carried primarily by Marine officers and NCO's throughout the miniseries.

Beretta 92FS 9x19mm

Gunnery Sgt. Wynn seen with his Beretta 92FS holstered in his Interceptor vest.

Lt. Col. Stephen Ferrando (Chance Kelly) and Major Todd Eckloff (Benjamin Busch) are seen with their Beretta 92FS pistols in their leg holsters.

Shotguns

Remington 870

Remington 870 shotguns are seen being carried by Meesh (Nabil Elouahabi), the Marine recon battalion's Iraqi translator, and Major Todd Eckloff (Benjamin Busch), the Battalion's executive officer.

Remington 870 - 12 gauge

In Episode 1 "Get Some", Meesh (Nabil Elouahabi) carries his Remington 870 shotgun as he goes to his Humvee

A passing shot of Meesh with his Remington slung over his shoulder from Episode 1, "Get Some".

Major Todd Eckloff (Benjamin Busch) with his Remington is seen standing over "Captain America".

Major Eckloff is holding his Remington as he greets Lt. Col. Ferrando.

Other

M18A1 Claymore

M18A1 Claymores are mounted on the barricades as part of the Marine roadblock at Al-Hayy in Episode 4.

M18A1 Claymore anti-personnel mine

Christopher Holsey sets a claymore on some concertina wire at a roadblock.

Recoiless Rifles

After the recon Marines successfully capture a strategic bridge in Episode 5, the surrendering Syrian irregulars can be seen abandoning recoiless rifles and heavy mortars.