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Best Episodes of FutureWeapons
Smart Destroyers
S2 Ep9
9.0
12th Mar 2007
In this episode of Future Weapons Richard shows us The Protector - an unmanned attack boat, the Intelligent Munitions System - the mine that thinks for itself, the super accurate Archer howitzer, and the Squad Mission Support System robotic vehicle.
Front Line
S2 Ep5
9.0
12th Feb 2007
In this episode of Future Weapons, Richard test some of the best front line weapons. The CV22 Osprey, XM307, Land Warrior, Striker.
The Protectors
S2 Ep2
9.0
22nd Jan 2007
In this episode of "Future Weapons", we discover weapons that defeat the opposition, including the BOOT BANGER car bomb neutralizer, the amazing Dragon Skin body armor, the THAAD high-altitude aerial defense missile, and the M32 40mm multiple grenade launcher.
Mission Invisible
S2 Ep4
8.7
5th Feb 2007
In this episode, Mack shows us weapons that strike with the unseen power of stealth, including the Krakatoa modular explosive projectile system, the USS Texas attack submarine, the B-2 Spirit multi-role bomber, and the .416 Barrett sniper round.
Hard Target
S3 Ep7
8.5
19th Mar 2008
Future weapons set out to test yet another group of advanced new weapons. The first is a new super light armor for rubber raiding craft; then they test out new ammo for the Milkor multiple grenade launcher, which is able to reach out to at least half a mile. Then they test the latest generation of UAV attack plane: and finally they test out an assault rifle round that's capable of reaching out to at least 1200 yards and yet it's still able to be supersonic at that distance.
Future Combat
S2 Ep12
8.5
2nd Apr 2007
In this episode of Future Weapons Richard shows us the Active Denial System, a non-lethal way of protecting troops, the Crusher unmanned ground combat vehicle, and the US Army's Future Combat Systems that integrates soldiers and technology like never before.
Close Quarter Combat
S2 Ep10
8.5
19th Mar 2007
In this episode of Future Weapons Richard shows us the Kriss - a powerful submachine gun, the anti-tank AT4-CS, the super armored Grizzly, and the Auto Assault shotgun.
Massive Attack
S2 Ep13
8.3
9th Apr 2007
In this episode of Future Weapons Richard shows us the USS San Antonio, the AC130 Spooky gunship, an Electromagnetic Rail Gun, and the sniper computer that makes you super accurate and even more lethal.
Worst Episodes of FutureWeapons
Close Protection
S3 Ep3
7.0
6th Dec 2007
First up is the top-secret scanning device that will stop terrorist attempts to smuggle liquid bombs and guns on to passenger jets. Next, Mack takes command of the newest rapid-fire naval gun as he tries to take out waterborne suicide bombers. Back on land, he wields the very latest security detail carbine when he goes head to head with the Roswell SWAT Team during an exercise to protect a VIP from assassins. Then he gets to test the newest remote-controlled weapons station for armored personnel carriers.
Featured Weapons:
- OPTOSECURITY LIQUID THREAT TECHNOLOGY
- BAE SYSTEMS 57mm Mk110 NAVAL GUN
- LWRC M6 A2 PSD
- WAVE REMOTE-CONTROLLED WEAPONS STATION
Future Warrior
S3 Ep6
7.0
12th Mar 2008
Future weapons tests an amazing state-of-the-art weapon that can be converted from assault rifle to sniper rifle in seconds; the family car that can withstand bombs and bullets and even fight back; the unmanned ground vehicle being developed to fight alongside troops in the field and the latest portable spy in the sky that gives you a bird's eye view of the enemy.
Kill Zone
S3 Ep9
7.3
26th Mar 2008
Future weapons get to preview a new revolution in air warfare; they also take a look at the amazing optic sight for assault rifles. Also they take a look at a massive assault rifle that can fire .50 caliber rounds.
Future Shock
S1 Ep4
7.4
10th May 2006
What weapon is the soldier of the future going to use? The EMP bomb? Who can destroy any electronic component. The LRAD? Who can take down its target with a low frequency noise or a laser who mounted on a plane, can incinerate other planes? Your question are going to be answered in this episode of Future Weapons.
No Place to Hide
S1 Ep1
7.5
19th Apr 2006
Future Weapons showcases advanced weapons that leave the enemy defenseless and with no place to hide, such as the most advanced jet fighter known to man and a sophisticated gun that is able to shoot around corners.
Stealth
S1 Ep2
7.5
26th Apr 2006
Future Weapons showcases advanced weapons that use stealth technology to their advantage, such as the Predator unmanned aerial drone and a newly developed sniper rifle that is effective at ranges up to two miles.
Israel Special
S3 Ep4
7.5
13th Dec 2007
FutureWeapons travels to the Middle East to uncover the cutting-edge weapons under design for the Israeli Defense Forces. Mack demonstrates an amazing weapon that will blow open the door of a terrorist hideout and if you want to take out the whole building, Mack has another trick in his arsenal. Next, he goes on an action-packed mission with a crack Israeli team carrying an array of the very latest weapons and surveillance technology to rescue hostages.
Featured Weapons:
- ELBIT SYSTEMS VIPER PORTABLE COMBAT ROBOT
- HYDRO-NOA MENNY D4 DOOR BUSTER
- HYDRO-NOA SHARON BREACHING KIT
- CORNER SHOT 7.62 mm ASSAULT PISTOL RIFLE
- IWI MICRO TAVOR ASSAULT RIFLE
- RAFAEL SIMON 150 RIFLE-LAUNCHED GRENADE
- RAFAEL MATADOR SHOULDER-LAUNCHED MISSILE SYSTEM
Guns
S3 Ep5
7.5
20th Dec 2007
FutureWeapons goes big on guns starting with the rapid-fire cannon that’s fast becoming a huge hit with the U.S. armed forces. Next up, Mack takes a helicopter ride where he unleashes a firestorm with the lightweight Dillon Aero Gatling gun. On an Arizona firing range, he tests a new multi-caliber combat weapon that's lighter and tougher than any other weapon in its class. In the finale, Mack checks out a new breed of personal defense weapons that have the stopping power -- and amazingly, the accuracy -- of much bigger weapons.
Featured Weapons:
- ATK MK44 BUSHMASTER AUTOMATIC CANNON
- DILLON AERO M134D GATLING GUN
- MAGPUL MASADA ASSAULT RIFLE
- KNIGHT'S ARMAMENT PERSONAL DEFENSE WEAPON
FutureWeapons Episode Guide
No Place to Hide
S1 Ep1
7.5
19th Apr 2006
Future Weapons showcases advanced weapons that leave the enemy defenseless and with no place to hide, such as the most advanced jet fighter known to man and a sophisticated gun that is able to shoot around corners.
Stealth
S1 Ep2
7.5
26th Apr 2006
Future Weapons showcases advanced weapons that use stealth technology to their advantage, such as the Predator unmanned aerial drone and a newly developed sniper rifle that is effective at ranges up to two miles.
Maximum Impact
S1 Ep3
7.5
3rd May 2006
Future Weapons shows some of the most powerful conventional weapons that are in today's military arsenal, including an automatic gatling gun, a thermobaric bomb with power that rivals nuclear weapons and a rocket launcher that is able to fire multiple rockets at a target.
Future Shock
S1 Ep4
7.4
10th May 2006
What weapon is the soldier of the future going to use? The EMP bomb? Who can destroy any electronic component. The LRAD? Who can take down its target with a low frequency noise or a laser who mounted on a plane, can incinerate other planes? Your question are going to be answered in this episode of Future Weapons.
Smart Weapons
S1 Ep5
8.3
17th May 2006
Artillery has always been one of the most important piece of weaponry you can have on a battlefield but accuracy is often a big trouble. The US Army is testing a new projectile who can correct it's direction and adjust itself. Its name is Excalibur. It can hit its target from 25 miles away, to within 10 yards.
Mack is going head to head with Thor. A missile system that allow helicopters to strike ground targets within seconds. To show us the helicopter superiority on a battlefield, we will see what the Apache Longbow can do during the night against any enemy.
The Power of Fear
S1 Ep6
8.0
24th May 2006
The MOAB (Short for Massive Ordnance Air Blast), is the biggest conventional bomb ever made. It can penetrate bunker and underground concrete command and control centers. With its explosive charge, it's capable of taking out two whole city blocks. Do you really want to see this bomb coming toward you? After seeing this episode, your response will be -- No.
Future Weapons, sometimes also written as FutureWeapons and Futureweapons, is a television series that premiered on April 19, 2006 on the Discovery Channel. Host Richard "Mack" Machowicz, a former Navy SEAL, reviews and demonstrates the latest modern weaponry and military technology. The program is currently broadcast on the Discovery Channel and Military Channel.
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The best rated episodes of FutureWeapons are:
Smart Destroyers S2E9 rated 9.0
Front Line S2E5 rated 9.0
The Protectors S2E2 rated 9.0
Mission Invisible S2E4 rated 8.7
Hard Target S3E7 rated 8.5
Future Combat S2E12 rated 8.5
Close Quarter Combat S2E10 rated 8.5
Massive Attack S2E13 rated 8.3
The lowest rated episodes of FutureWeapons are:
Close Protection S3E3 rated 7.0
Future Warrior S3E6 rated 7.0
Kill Zone S3E9 rated 7.3
Future Shock S1E4 rated 7.4
No Place to Hide S1E1 rated 7.5
Stealth S1E2 rated 7.5
Israel Special S3E4 rated 7.5
Guns S3E5 rated 7.5
The first episode of FutureWeapons aired on April 19, 2006.
The last episode of FutureWeapons aired on April 24, 2008.
