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Difference between revisions of "Taps"
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| − | == [[M16|M16A1]] == | + | == [[M16 rifle series|M16A1]] == |
The mainstay weapon of the rebellious cadets during the siege of Bunker Hill. The majority of the weapons appear to be M-16A1s. In addition, some of the M-16s are also equipped with the Colt 3x telescopic sights (especially the weapon used by [[Tom Cruise]]'s character). It should be noted that during the final firefight several SWAT members and National Guardsmen are seen repeatedly pulling on the charging handles of their weapons indicating that these rifles did not have blank adapters to cycle the actions. | The mainstay weapon of the rebellious cadets during the siege of Bunker Hill. The majority of the weapons appear to be M-16A1s. In addition, some of the M-16s are also equipped with the Colt 3x telescopic sights (especially the weapon used by [[Tom Cruise]]'s character). It should be noted that during the final firefight several SWAT members and National Guardsmen are seen repeatedly pulling on the charging handles of their weapons indicating that these rifles did not have blank adapters to cycle the actions. | ||
[[Image:M16A1.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M16A1 Rifle - 5.56x45mm]] | [[Image:M16A1.jpg|thumb|none|500px|M16A1 Rifle - 5.56x45mm]] | ||
[[Image:Taps6.JPG|thumb|none|500px|Tom Cruise wields an M16A1 Rifle]] | [[Image:Taps6.JPG|thumb|none|500px|Tom Cruise wields an M16A1 Rifle]] | ||
| − | == [[M16|MGC16 "non gun"]] == | + | == [[M16 rifle series|MGC16 "non gun"]] == |
The MGC-16 (a metal Japanese 1:1 Scale replica gun made by the ModelGun Corp of Japan) was used by many background actors, especially the younger children, in scenes where there was no blank firing. | The MGC-16 (a metal Japanese 1:1 Scale replica gun made by the ModelGun Corp of Japan) was used by many background actors, especially the younger children, in scenes where there was no blank firing. | ||
[[Image:MGC16.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Japanese MGC-16 Replica gun, a non firing copy of the M16 which was widely used in television and movies when a safe none firing rifle was needed.]] | [[Image:MGC16.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Japanese MGC-16 Replica gun, a non firing copy of the M16 which was widely used in television and movies when a safe none firing rifle was needed.]] | ||
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| − | == [[M1911]] == | + | == [[M1911 pistol series|M1911]] == |
Not actually used in combat but seen in the hands of some of the characters or in old style web belts of some of the "officers". In particular in the hands of [[Tom Cruise]] while casually cleaning it during the siege and by [[Ronny Cox]] during the final firefight. Erroneously referred to as being ".45 mm caliber" during the inventory scene in the school's armory. | Not actually used in combat but seen in the hands of some of the characters or in old style web belts of some of the "officers". In particular in the hands of [[Tom Cruise]] while casually cleaning it during the siege and by [[Ronny Cox]] during the final firefight. Erroneously referred to as being ".45 mm caliber" during the inventory scene in the school's armory. | ||
[[Image:Taps1911.jpg|thumb|none|500px|]] | [[Image:Taps1911.jpg|thumb|none|500px|]] | ||
[[Image:Taps9.JPG|thumb|none|500px|]] | [[Image:Taps9.JPG|thumb|none|500px|]] | ||
| − | == [[M60]] == | + | == [[M60 machine gun|M60]] == |
| − | Two versions of this weapon are seen in use during the movie. | + | Two versions of this weapon are seen in use during the movie. Both the full sized weapon seen situated throughout the "siege" area and used by [[Tom Cruise]] during the final firefight and the [[M60 machine gun#M60D Machine Gun|M60D]] mounted on the M60 tanks of the National Guard. |
[[Image:M60_dx_std.jpg ]][[Image:Taps8.JPG ]] | [[Image:M60_dx_std.jpg ]][[Image:Taps8.JPG ]] | ||
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== [[81 mm Mortar]] == | == [[81 mm Mortar]] == | ||
| − | Seen and mentioned during the inventory of the school's armory. | + | Seen and mentioned during the inventory of the school's armory. Given the lighting of the scene they could have been either the [[M1 Garand]] or [[M29]]. |
[[Image:81mm_mortar.jpg]][[Image:Taps4.JPG]] | [[Image:81mm_mortar.jpg]][[Image:Taps4.JPG]] | ||
[[Category: Movie]] | [[Category: Movie]] | ||
Revision as of 21:57, 13 December 2008
M16A1
The mainstay weapon of the rebellious cadets during the siege of Bunker Hill. The majority of the weapons appear to be M-16A1s. In addition, some of the M-16s are also equipped with the Colt 3x telescopic sights (especially the weapon used by Tom Cruise's character). It should be noted that during the final firefight several SWAT members and National Guardsmen are seen repeatedly pulling on the charging handles of their weapons indicating that these rifles did not have blank adapters to cycle the actions.
MGC16 "non gun"
The MGC-16 (a metal Japanese 1:1 Scale replica gun made by the ModelGun Corp of Japan) was used by many background actors, especially the younger children, in scenes where there was no blank firing.
M1911
Not actually used in combat but seen in the hands of some of the characters or in old style web belts of some of the "officers". In particular in the hands of Tom Cruise while casually cleaning it during the siege and by Ronny Cox during the final firefight. Erroneously referred to as being ".45 mm caliber" during the inventory scene in the school's armory.
M60
Two versions of this weapon are seen in use during the movie. Both the full sized weapon seen situated throughout the "siege" area and used by Tom Cruise during the final firefight and the M60D mounted on the M60 tanks of the National Guard.
File:M60 dx std.jpgFile:Taps8.JPG
Browning M2
Mentioned being in the inventory of the school's armory but, when one is briefly viewed, it is more likely the Browning M3 .50 cal given the full length barrel shroud seen on the weapon. Also the main commander's weapon on the National Guard tanks.
M26 hand grenade
Mentioned in the inventory of the school's armory and again briefly when the character "Shovel" wanders from room to room asking "Got any grenades??"
Sturmgewehr 44 / AK-47
Seen hanging on the wall of General Bache's (George C. Scott) is the world's first "assault rifle" which is above one of its' immediate descendants. Presumably kept by Bache as war trophies from his long career.
Colt Model 1903
Seen near the beginning of the movie when George C. Scott's character is getting ready for the dance. This weapons was issued to general officers until the 1970's when it was replaced by the M15 General Officer's pistol When Scott's character and a local thug are struggling the weapon is removed from the holster and used to accidentally shoot and kill a local boy prompting the events leading to the siege. Afterwards Scott's character's exclamation "There was a round in the chamber...I forgot!!!" seems unlikely since a general officer would not forget to check such a basic principle of firearms safety. Ironically this is the same weapons Scott used in Patton to fire at an attacking HE-111 while daring it to shoot him in the nose.
M1903 Springfield
The basic drill weapon of the cadets at "Bunker Hill". Seen up close during the brief "tribute drill" to Timothy Hutton's character after his promotion to cadet Major.
81 mm Mortar
Seen and mentioned during the inventory of the school's armory. Given the lighting of the scene they could have been either the M1 Garand or M29.
