This is fine in an open field, but when confined within the tank's turret this could prove disastrous for the crew. Although the tank designers would be well aware of what to expect from the recoil distance and design the turret accordingly, the addition of muzzle brakes would mean that existing designs could be only slightly altered to accommodate much larger guns.
Muzzle brakes, as we have seen are pretty neat devices. They improve visibility after firing and counteract recoil, so what's not to like? Shouldn't all guns have them fitted? Interestingly, if you look at most modern battle tanks, like the Challenger 2 and the Abrams, you'll notice a distinct lack of muzzle brakes.
This is because muzzle brakes are not appropriate for the kinds of ammunition they use. The former has a sacrificial casing that separates from a smaller, hard, usually tungsten, tip. The idea is that this action reduces air resistance for better speed, accuracy, and range.
The later deploys fins as soon as the shell leaves the barrel, again for better results. Muzzle brakes obviously interfere with these kinds of ammunition. The SABOT casing, for example, could collide with the brake and alter the shell's direction of travel slightly.
The fins can also interfere with the fin deployment, not ideal. For tanks, longer barrels are also an issue for rotating the barrel or generally turning the tank in confined spaces like forests or narrow streets. Also, the side blast from these guns is pretty powerful. This can be very dangerous for friendly units nearby, for obvious reasons. Not to mention it could completely obscure their visibility. Muzzle brakes are more than just those cool add-ons to guns you see in action movies. They can serve an extremely important purpose.
It goes to show that even the smallest elements of engineering and gadgetry can have some of the biggest impacts -- even in battle. By subscribing, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time. By Christopher McFadden. Here we'll take a quick look at them at what they are used for.
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A quick note: While many people use these terms interchangeably, there are differences between muzzle brakes and compensators. Even manufacturers sometimes use the term brake when they mean compensator. Basically, a compensator is a type of muzzle device that functions differently than a muzzle brake. A compensator reroutes expelled gases so that the muzzle remains stable. A brake, on the other hand, directs gasses backward, this pushing the gun forward, countering the momentum.
We can help with those topics, too. What Is A Muzzle Brake? By Sporting Systems. In Gun Accessories. What does a muzzle brake do? Muzzle brake details When choosing your muzzle device, be sure you think about how you will be primarily using the firearm. When should you use a muzzle brake?
Worst case: Your previously accurate rifle may no longer shoot so well with a muzzle brake added. The biggest problem is noise. A muzzle brake will deafen you if you are not very careful. With the muzzle blast coming toward you instead of traveling away from you, the report goes from unpleasant and ear-damaging to unbearable and ear-killing. You should also clean the brake; get the carbon out of the holes with a pipe cleaner dipped in powder solvent, and be sure that the threads on the barrel are kept greased choke-tube lube is ideal or dirty powder gas will eventually seep into them and render your brake unscrewable.
Well, first off, some rifles absolutely require a muzzle brake, including the. Muzzle brakes are indispensable for shooters who are working alone, or at long range, and must keep their sight picture during recoil to see the bullet strike. Just about all sniper rifles, even the pound.
Dangerous-game rifles should not have muzzle brakes. There is also the question of manliness. I am told that Bill Heavey is exploring this very subject here. Read it for entertainment if you will, but trust me, if Bill had wandered into elk camp 50 years ago, he would have been beaten to death on general principle. In the s, when my brain hardened into its present shape, men did not wear earrings, cry, or help with the housework.
Or use muzzle brakes. Muzzle brakes are a blessing, albeit a mixed one. I like them, but only in rarified conditions. You will have to decide for yourself. This small-bore scout rifle is the author's constant companion. From early tackdriving muzzleloaders to today's long-range game getters, these rifles have earned their reputations for hitting where hunters aim.
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