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Battle Factory

Season 1 2015

  • 2015-09-09T04:00:00Z on History
  • 42m
  • 9h 48m (14 episodes)
  • Canada
  • English
  • Documentary
Battle Factory takes us into the hidden world of military and frontline gear factories all over the world, where raw materials become finished products

14 episodes

Series Premiere

2015-09-09T04:00:00Z

1x01 Sniper Rifle & Ka-Bar Knife

Series Premiere

1x01 Sniper Rifle & Ka-Bar Knife

  • 2015-09-09T04:00:00Z42m

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.

1x02 Flying Parajet & Hovercraft

  • 2015-09-12T04:00:00Z42m

Behind the scenes at military factories, where raw materials become instruments of war. How parajets, hovercraft, camouflage jackets and portable military shelters are manufactured.

2015-09-22T04:00:00Z

1x03 Bomb Suit & Assault Rifle

1x03 Bomb Suit & Assault Rifle

  • 2015-09-22T04:00:00Z42m

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.

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.

1x05 Cabot Pistol & Camouflage Suit

  • 2015-09-22T04:00:00Z42m

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.

1x06 Czech Pistol & Rifle Scope

  • 2015-09-23T04:00:00Z42m

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.

2015-10-03T04:00:00Z

1x07 F-16 Fighter Jet & Sword

1x07 F-16 Fighter Jet & Sword

  • 2015-10-03T04:00:00Z42m

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.

2015-10-03T04:00:00Z

1x08 M-II Machine Gun

1x08 M-II Machine Gun

  • 2015-10-03T04:00:00Z42m

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.

2015-10-07T04:00:00Z

1x09 Tank Cannon & Parachute

1x09 Tank Cannon & Parachute

  • 2015-10-07T04:00:00Z42m

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.

1x10 Abrams Tank & Jaws of Life

  • 2015-10-07T04:00:00Z42m

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.

1x11 Bomb Robot & Amphibious Vehicle

  • 2015-10-15T04:00:00Z42m

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.

1x12 Zippo Lighter & Simulated IED

  • 2015-10-15T04:00:00Z42m

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.

2015-10-21T04:00:00Z

1x13 Drone & Armoured Carrier

1x13 Drone & Armoured Carrier

  • 2015-10-21T04:00:00Z42m

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.

Season Finale

2015-10-21T04:00:00Z

1x14 Grenade Launcher & Flight Simulator

Season Finale

1x14 Grenade Launcher & Flight Simulator

  • 2015-10-21T04:00:00Z42m

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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