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Anti-Tank Weapon

Boys anti-tank rifle

Boys anti-tank rifle

A British bolt-action anti-tank rifle used during the early stages of World War II. Chambered in .55 caliber, it was effective against light armor but quickly became obsolete as tank armor improved. It remained in limited use for other roles, such as destroying light fortifications.

Autocannon

1-inch Pom-Pom Maxim

1-inch Pom-Pom Maxim

An early autocannon developed by Hiram Maxim, firing 1-inch explosive projectiles. It was used in naval and land defense roles, offering rapid firepower against small vessels and aircraft.

Heavy Cannon

QF 18-pounder gun

QF 18-pounder gun

A British field gun used extensively in World War I, the QF 18-pounder was known for its reliability and rate of fire. It was used for both direct and indirect fire support, providing critical artillery support to infantry. The gun remained in service into World War II in secondary roles.
BL 12-pounder 6 cwt gun

BL 12-pounder 6 cwt gun

A British field gun used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the BL 12-pounder was known for its reliability and effectiveness. It saw action in colonial conflicts and World War I in secondary roles. Its design influenced later field artillery developments.
QF 12-pounder 8 cwt gun

QF 12-pounder 8 cwt gun

A British naval and coastal defense gun used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It was also mounted on vehicles for use in desert warfare during World War I. The gun was valued for its accuracy and versatility.

Howitzer

Ordnance QF 25-pounder

Ordnance QF 25-pounder

A British field gun and howitzer, the 25-pounder was the standard artillery piece for the British Army during World War II. It combined high mobility, accuracy, and versatility, excelling in both direct and indirect fire roles. It became one of the most iconic artillery pieces of the war.
Ordnance QF 25-pounder Short

Ordnance QF 25-pounder Short

A shortened version of the 25-pounder designed for use in jungle warfare during World War II. It was lighter and more portable, allowing it to be transported through rough terrain. Despite its reduced range, it was effective in close support roles.

Infantry Support Gun

1.59-inch breech-loading Vickers Q.F. gun, Mk II

1.59-inch breech-loading Vickers Q.F. gun, Mk II

The Vickers Q.F. Gun, Mk II, was a small, rapid-firing artillery piece used by British forces during World War I. It was effective in an anti-aircraft role and against light armored vehicles.

Mortar

Stokes mortar

Stokes mortar

The Stokes mortar was an innovative British World War I weapon, revolutionizing infantry firepower with its portability and rapid rate of fire. Its simple design influenced mortar development worldwide.

Muzzleloading Cannon

6 pounder Carronade

6 pounder Carronade

A short-barreled naval cannon developed in the late 18th century by the Carron Company in Scotland. Known for its powerful close-range fire, it was widely used on warships for broadsides and coastal defense.

Rocket Artillery

Congreve rocket

Congreve rocket

An early 19th-century British military rocket developed by Sir William Congreve, used in the Napoleonic Wars and the War of 1812. These solid-fuel rockets were a precursor to modern artillery rockets.

Assault Pistol

Sterling Mk 6

Sterling Mk 6

A civilian version of the Sterling submachine gun, designed for semi-automatic fire. It retains the same compact design but is modified to comply with civilian firearm regulations.

Submachine Gun

Sten Mk II

Sten Mk II

A British submachine gun used during World War II. The Sten was known for its simple, inexpensive design and was used extensively by British and Commonwealth forces.
Lanchester Submachine Gun

Lanchester Submachine Gun

A British submachine gun used in World War II, based on the German MP28. Chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, it was primarily used by the Royal Navy.
Sterling L2A1

Sterling L2A1

A British 9mm submachine gun known for its reliability and use by the British Army from the 1950s to the 1980s. It features a distinctive side-mounted magazine and perforated barrel shroud.
Sten Mk V

Sten Mk V

The Sten Mk V was an improved version of the Sten submachine gun, featuring better build quality and wooden furniture. It retained the simplicity of its predecessors while being more refined for British forces during World War II.

Hand-Cranked Machine Gun

Nordenfelt Gun

Nordenfelt Gun

A manually operated, rapid-firing gun with multiple barrels that fired in succession. Invented in the late 19th century, it was used by various navies for anti-torpedo boat defense and could fire rifle-caliber rounds at a high rate.
1874 Gardner Gun

1874 Gardner Gun

An early American machine gun designed by William Gardner in 1874. The Gardner gun was manually operated, with a crank that fired rounds through two barrels alternately. It was adopted by several armies, including the British, and was an important step in the development of fully automatic weapons.

Heavy Machine Gun

Vickers .303 Machine Gun

Vickers .303 Machine Gun

A British water-cooled machine gun used extensively during World War I and World War II. The Vickers gun was renowned for its reliability and could sustain prolonged fire without overheating. It remained in service with the British Army until the 1960s.

Light Machine Gun

Bren Automatic Rifle

Bren Automatic Rifle

A British light machine gun, based on the Czech ZB-26 design, and introduced in the 1930s. The Bren is chambered in .303 British and became famous for its reliability and accuracy. It was widely used by British and Commonwealth forces during World War II and beyond.
Vickers-Berthier Light Machine Gun

Vickers-Berthier Light Machine Gun

A British light machine gun derived from a French design, used by British forces and the Indian Army during the interwar period and World War II.
Lewis Machine Gun

Lewis Machine Gun

A light machine gun used extensively during World War I by various Allied forces. It was chambered in .303 British and featured a distinctive top-mounted pan magazine and a cooling shroud.

Muzzle-Loading Pistol

Pattern 1759 Elliot Light Dragoon pistol

Pattern 1759 Elliot Light Dragoon pistol

A British flintlock pistol issued to light dragoon cavalry units. Known for its ruggedness, it was used during the late 18th century.

Revolver

Webley Mk. IV Revolver

Webley Mk. IV Revolver

A British revolver used primarily during World War II. It was an evolution of the earlier Webley revolvers and was standard issue for British and Commonwealth forces.
Beaumont-Adams Revolver

Beaumont-Adams Revolver

A British double-action revolver used in the mid-19th century. It was popular with both military and police forces due to its robust construction and reliability in .442 and .450 calibers.
Webley Mk VI

Webley Mk VI

The last and most widely used of the Webley service revolvers, chambered in .455 Webley. It was the standard sidearm of British forces during World War I and II.
Enfield No. 2 Revolver

Enfield No. 2 Revolver

A British double-action revolver issued during World War II, chambered in .38 S&W. It was reliable and compact, favored by British and Commonwealth forces.

Semi-Automatic Pistol

Webley Self-Loading Pistol

Webley Self-Loading Pistol

The Webley Self-Loading Pistol was an early British semi-automatic pistol, developed for military use but never widely adopted. It was overshadowed by more successful designs like the Colt M1911.

Cavalry Lance

Pattern 1868 Cavalry Lance

Pattern 1868 Cavalry Lance

A British cavalry lance used during the 19th century, designed for mounted charges and close combat. It featured a metal spearhead and reinforced shaft.

Assault Rifle

SA80 Enfield

SA80 Enfield

The standard-issue rifle of the British Armed Forces, chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO. This bullpup-style rifle is part of the SA80 family and is known for its compact size and accuracy.

Carbine

Lee-Enfield No. 5 Carbine

Lee-Enfield No. 5 Carbine

Also known as the "Jungle Carbine," this was a shortened and lighter version of the Lee-Enfield No. 4, designed for use in dense jungle warfare. It was chambered in .303 British and featured a flash suppressor.

Infantry Rifle

Lee-Metford Rifle

Lee-Metford Rifle

A British bolt-action rifle that combined the Lee bolt-action system with the Metford rifling pattern. It was chambered in .303 British and served as a precursor to the more famous Lee-Enfield series.
Long Lee-Enfield

Long Lee-Enfield

An early model of the Lee-Enfield rifle, also known as the Lee-Enfield Mk I and Mk I*. It was chambered in .303 British and featured a long barrel, making it suitable for both infantry and cavalry use.
Lee-Enfield No. 4

Lee-Enfield No. 4

A World War II-era British bolt-action rifle known for its accuracy and reliability. Chambered in .303 British, it became the standard issue rifle for British and Commonwealth forces during the conflict.
Martini-Henry Rifle

Martini-Henry Rifle

A British single-shot lever-actuated rifle, famous for its use by the British Army during the late 19th century, particularly in colonial conflicts like the Anglo-Zulu War. It was known for its reliability and powerful cartridge.
Lee-Enfield No. 1 Mk 3

Lee-Enfield No. 1 Mk 3

A British bolt-action rifle that was the standard infantry weapon for British and Commonwealth forces during World War I and continued in use during World War II. It is known for its fast cycling action and reliability.
L1A1

L1A1

A British version of the FN FAL, produced under license and slightly modified to meet British military standards. The L1A1 was a semi-automatic battle rifle used by the British Army and Commonwealth forces from the 1950s until the 1980s.
Snider-Enfield M1867

Snider-Enfield M1867

A British breech-loading rifle, the Snider-Enfield was a conversion of the earlier muzzle-loading Enfield Pattern 1853 rifle. The Snider system involved a hinged breechblock, allowing for faster loading and firing. The M1867 was widely used by British and colonial forces in the late 19th century.
P14 Enfield

P14 Enfield

A British bolt-action rifle developed during World War I and chambered in .303 British. It was designed to improve accuracy over the standard Lee-Enfield and was later adapted by the U.S. as the M1917 Enfield.

Musket

Brown Bess 3rd Model

Brown Bess 3rd Model

"A British flintlock musket used during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The 3rd Model, also known as the ""India Pattern,"" was the most widely used version of the Brown Bess and saw service in the Napoleonic Wars and the War of 1812."
Brown Bess India Pattern

Brown Bess India Pattern

A variation of the Brown Bess musket, produced in India for the British East India Company. The India Pattern was shorter and lighter than earlier versions, making it more suitable for use in the hot and humid climates of India.

Rifled Musket

P53 Enfield

P53 Enfield

A British muzzle-loading rifle-musket used during the mid-19th century, including the Crimean War and the American Civil War. It was one of the most advanced rifles of its time, featuring rifling for greater accuracy.
Brunswick Rifle

Brunswick Rifle

A British muzzle-loading rifle introduced in the 1830s. It featured a unique two-groove rifling pattern designed to fire a specific belted ball and was used by the British Army in colonial conflicts.
Baker Rifle

Baker Rifle

A muzzle-loading flintlock rifle used by the British Army in the early 19th century. It was the first standard-issue rifle for British rifle regiments and gained fame during the Napoleonic Wars for its accuracy and effectiveness.

Sniper Rifle

Whitworth M1857 rifle

Whitworth M1857 rifle

The Whitworth rifle was a British-made, hexagonal-barreled firearm renowned for its extreme accuracy at long ranges. It was used in limited numbers by Confederate sharpshooters during the Civil War. Its advanced rifling and precision made it one of the first sniper rifles in military history.

Cavalry Saber

1796 Light Cavalry Saber

1796 Light Cavalry Saber

A British military sword used by light cavalry during the Napoleonic Wars. It was known for its curved blade and effectiveness in slashing attacks during cavalry charges.
Pattern 1908 Cavalry Saber

Pattern 1908 Cavalry Saber

A British military sword designed for thrusting, with a straight, double-edged blade. It was the last sword issued to British cavalry, reflecting a shift towards modern, mechanized warfare.
Hutton Saber

Hutton Saber

A British military practice sword used in the 19th century. It featured a curved blade and was primarily used by cavalry units for slashing attacks in close combat.

Officer Sword

Pattern 1897 infantry officers sword

Pattern 1897 infantry officers sword

The Pattern 1897 Infantry Officer's Sword is a British ceremonial and combat sword with a straight, thrusting blade and intricate steel hilt. It remains in ceremonial use by British Army officers today.
Pattern 1831 sabre for General Officers

Pattern 1831 sabre for General Officers

The Pattern 1831 Sabre for General Officers was a curved sword with an ornate hilt, symbolizing the rank and status of British generals. Its design emphasized aesthetics over battlefield practicality.
Pattern 1822 infantry officers sword

Pattern 1822 infantry officers sword

The 1822 Pattern Infantry Officer's Sword was introduced for British Army officers, featuring a curved blade and brass guard. Its design balanced tradition with functionality for 19th-century combat.