An Illustrated Guide to Weapons of the Special Forces - Hardcover

Walmer, Max

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0134510488 ISBN 13: 9780134510484

Publisher: Prentice Hall Direct, 1989

Synopsis

Presents specifications, capabilities, and illustrations of the major weapons used by international elite forces

About this title

Synopsis:

This volume examines the roles of the Special Forces in military and para-military situations, the development of tailor-made weapons for such forces, and adaptations of "conventional" arms for special uses. The text includes a survey of small arms and other weapons used by the Special Forces, including silenced pistols and missile launchers. The section on technology explains new developments in weaponry and methods used by forces, with an examination of ammunition, stun and other grenades, daggers and crossbows, and specialized equipment such as body communications.

About this edition

• Publisher: Prentice Hall Direct
• Publication date: 1989
• ISBN 10: 0134510488
• ISBN 13: 9780134510484
• Binding: Hardcover