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[[Image:Browning-M2-Heavy-Barrel-w-Tripod.jpg|thumb|none|500px|A M2 Browning mounted on a tripod.]]
[[Image:Browning-M2-Heavy-Barrel-w-Tripod.jpg|thumb|none|500px|A M2 Browning mounted on a tripod.]]
[[Image:Troy 50 cal.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Sgt. Sam Troy ([[Christopher George]]) fires a [[Browning M2HB#Browning M2HB|Browning M2HB]] from the jeep in the first episode "The Chase of Fire Raid".]]
[[Image:Troy 50 cal.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Sgt. Sam Troy ([[Christopher George]]) fires a [[Browning M2HB#Browning M2HB|Browning M2HB]] from the jeep in the first episode "The Chase of Fire Raid".]]
==MG34==
While the Browning M2 was the main armament seen on German armor in the series, the more accurate [[MG34]] is seen in some episodes on German vehicles.
[[Image:mg-34.jpg|thumb|none|500px|MG34 7.92x57mm Mauser with 75-round ammo drum]]
== MG42 ==
While the Browning M2 was the main armament seen on German armor in the series, the more accurate [[MG42]] is seen in some episodes on German vehicles.
[[Image:MG42.jpg|thumb|none|500px|MG42 Light Machine Gun 7.92x57mm Mauser]]
== Browning M1919A4 ==
The [[Browning M1919A4]] is seen mounted on German half-tracks.
[[Image:BrowningM37MG.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
== Maxim MG08 ==
The [[Maxim#Maxim MG08|Maxim MG08]] is briefly seen used by one of the gun-runner's men to aim at the Rat Patrol.
[[Image:MaximMG08.jpg|thumb|none|right|250px|Maxim MG08 7.92x57mm Mauser on sled mount]]


=Submachine Guns=
=Submachine Guns=
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[[Image:Capt_dietrich.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Capt. Dietrich holds a [[MP40]].]]
[[Image:Capt_dietrich.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Capt. Dietrich holds a [[MP40]].]]
[[Image:Patisan and mp40.jpg|thumb|none|500px|A Partisan Geuilla Holds a [[MP40]].]]
[[Image:Patisan and mp40.jpg|thumb|none|500px|A Partisan Geuilla Holds a [[MP40]].]]
== Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun ==
The [[Steyr-Solothurn S1-100#Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun|Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun]] is used by German soldiers in early episodes, most notebly Capt.Dietrich [[(Eric Braeden)]] to fight Arabs in an episode.
[[Image:SteyrMP34.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun - 9mm.]]
[[Image:CAPTAIN_DETRICK2.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Captain Dietrich [[(Eric Braeden)]] fights of Arabs with a [[Steyr-Solothurn S1-100#Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun|Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun]]]]


=Rifles=
=Rifles=
== [[Karabiner 98k]] ==
== Karabiner 98k ==
The [[Karabiner 98k]] is used by members of the Rat Patrol as well as German forces, Arabs, and partisans. A Karabiner fitted with a scope is seen used by a German sniper in an episode.
The [[Karabiner 98k]] is used by members of the Rat Patrol as well as German forces, Arabs, and partisans. A Karabiner fitted with a scope is seen used by a German sniper in an episode.
[[Image:Karabiner-98K.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
[[Image:Karabiner-98K.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
[[Image:Mauser g98 Sniper.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
[[Image:Mauser g98 Sniper.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]


== [[Mauser Gewehr 1898]] ==
== Mauser Gewehr 1898 ==
Used by Partisan Geuillas, Arabs, and the Gun Runner's men in various episodes.
The [[Mauser Gewehr 1898]] is seen used by Partisan, Arabs, and the Gun Runner's men in various episodes.
[[Image:Mauser g98.jpg|500px|thumb|none]]
[[Image:Mauser g98.jpg|500px|thumb|none]]


== [[M1 Garand]] ==
==M1 Garand ==
Rarely used by American troops and Pvt. Tully Pettigrew [[(Justin Tarr)]] in the first episode.
While not commonly seen in the series,  the [[M1 Garand]] is seen used by American troops, notably Pvt. Tully Pettigrew [[(Justin Tarr)]] in the first episode.
[[Image:M1 Garand.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
[[Image:M1 Garand.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]






== [[Luger P08]] ==
=Handguns=
Standard sidearm for the German troops in 1st season. Most notably used by German Capt. Detrich[[(Hans Gudegast, aka Eric Braeden)]].
== Luger P08 ==
[[Image:P08Luger1917.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
The [[Luger P08]] is used by German troops in 1st season. Most notably used by German Capt. Detrich ([[Hans Gudegast]], who would be later known as [[Eric Braeden]]).
[[Image:P08Luger1917.jpg|none|thumb|300px]]


== [[Walther P38]] ==
== [[Walther P38]] ==
Used by Nazis in the 2nd season.
The [[Walther P38]] is also carried by German forces in the series.
[[Image:P38.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
[[Image:P38.jpg|none|thumb|300px]]
[[Image:German p38.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
[[Image:German p38.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]


== Colt M1911A1 ==
== Colt M1911A1 ==
The [[Colt M1911A1]] is the standard sidearm used by members of the Rat Patrol, notably by Sgt. Sam Troy ([[Christopher George]]).
The [[Colt M1911A1]] is the standard sidearm used by members of the Rat Patrol, notably by Sgt. Sam Troy ([[Christopher George]]).
[[Image:M1911Colt.jpg|400px|thumb|none]]
[[Image:M1911Colt.jpg|300px|thumb|none]]
[[Image:Troy 45.jpg|thumb|none|450px|While disguised as a German medic, Sgt. Troy holds the [[M1911A1]] in Season 1's "The Life Against Death Raid".]]
[[Image:Troy 45.jpg|thumb|none|450px|While disguised as a German medic, Sgt. Troy holds the [[M1911A1]] in Season 1's "The Life Against Death Raid".]]


== [[Beretta M1934]] ==
== Beretta M1934 ==
Seen handed over by a surrendering Italian Officer.
A [[Beretta M1934]] is seen being handed over by a surrendering Italian Officer.
[[Image:Beretta Model 1934 Pistol.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Beretta Model '''1934''', - .380 ACP]]
[[Image:Beretta Model 1934 Pistol.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Beretta Model '''1934''', - .380 ACP]]


== [[Steyr-Solothurn S1-100#Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun|Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun]] ==
Used by German soldiers in early episodes, most notebly Capt.Dietrich [[(Eric Braeden)]] to fight Arabs in an episode.
[[Image:SteyrMP34.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun - 9mm.]]
[[Image:CAPTAIN_DETRICK2.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Captain Dietrich [[(Eric Braeden)]] fights of Arabs with a [[Steyr-Solothurn S1-100#Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun|Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun]]]]


== [[Mk 2 hand grenade]] ==
== [[Webley Mk IV]]?[[Webley Mk VI]]?[[Enfield No.2]]? ==
Standard grenade used by the Rat Patrol.
The standard British Sidearm in the Series is some type of Welbey/Enfield revolver. Most notably carried by Sgt. Moffit ([[(Gary Ramond)]]).
[[Image:Enfield No2.jpg|thumb|none|250px]]
[[Image:Webley-MK-4.jpg|thumb|none|250px]]
[[Image:Webley.JPG|thumb|none|250px]]
[[Image:MOFFITT'S_REVOLVER.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Here you can see Moffit's (Gary Ramond) revolver.]]
[[Image:Moffit.jpg|thumb|none|250px]]
* This is a Webley WG revolver, identifiable by its bird's-head grip and rear-set trigger guard.
 
=Other=
 
 
 
== Mk 2 hand grenade ==
The [[Mk 2 hand grenade]] is the standard grenade carried by the Rat Patrol.
[[Image:MK2 grenade DoD.jpg|thumb|none|250px]]
[[Image:MK2 grenade DoD.jpg|thumb|none|250px]]
[[Image:TULLY & MK.II GRENADE.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
[[Image:TULLY & MK.II GRENADE.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
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== [[Model 24 Stielhandgranate]] ==
== Model 24 Stielhandgranate==
Standard grenade of the Nazis.
The [[Model 24 Stielhandgranate]] is used by German forces as well as members of the Rat Patrol.
[[Image:24-43 grenade.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
[[Image:24-43 grenade.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
[[Image:W grenade.jpg|thumb|none|500px|An Arab with a M24 Stielhandgranate]]
[[Image:W grenade.jpg|thumb|none|500px|An Arab with a M24 Stielhandgranate]]
[[Image:Dud grenade.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Lucky for this dog the grenade is a dud.]]
[[Image:Dud grenade.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Lucky for this dog the grenade is a dud.]]


==[[MG34]]==
Seen mounted on german half-tracks in early episodes.
[[Image:mg-34.jpg|thumb|none|500px|MG34 7.92x57mm Mauser with 75-round ammo drum]]
== [[MG42]] ==
Rarely seen mounted on German militay vehichles.
[[Image:MG42.jpg|thumb|none|500px|MG42 Light Machine Gun 7.92x57mm Mauser]]


== [[Browning M1919]]A4 ==
Rarely seen mounted on German half-tracks.
[[Image:BrowningM37MG.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
== [[Maxim#Maxim MG08|Maxim MG08]] ==
Briefly seen used by one of the gun-runner's men to aim at the Rat Patrol.
[[Image:MaximMG08.jpg|thumb|none|right|250px|Maxim MG08 7.92x57mm Mauser on sled mount]]
== [[Webley Mk IV]]?[[Webley Mk VI]]?[[Enfield No.2]]? ==
The standard British Sidearm in the Series is some type of Welbey/Enfield revolver.Most noatably carried by Sgt. Moffit ([[(Gary Ramond)]]).
[[Image:Enfield No2.jpg|thumb|none|250px]]
[[Image:Webley-MK-4.jpg|thumb|none|250px]]
[[Image:Webley.JPG|thumb|none|250px]]
[[Image:MOFFITT'S_REVOLVER.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Here you can see Moffit's (Gary Ramond) revolver.]]
[[Image:Moffit.jpg|thumb|none|250px]]
* This is a Webley WG revolver, identifiable by its bird's-head grip and rear-set trigger guard.


==[[Winchester Model 70]]==
==[[Winchester Model 70]]==
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[[Image:R LITHGOW SMLE 1941.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk. III .303.]]
[[Image:R LITHGOW SMLE 1941.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk. III .303.]]


== Unknow Pocket Pistol ==
== Unknown Pocket Pistol ==
Used by a French Resistance member.
Used by a French Resistance member.
== ''Winter's Bomb ''==
 
Seen used by the Rat Patrol, it is a bomb that can be detonated very easaly.
== Winter's Bomb==
Seen used by the Rat Patrol, it is a bomb that can be detonated very easily.
[[Image ''winter's bomb''.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
[[Image ''winter's bomb''.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]


== Boys .55 inch Anti-Tank rifle ==
== Boys .55 inch Anti-Tank rifle ==
Strangley seen mounted on the Gunner's position on half tracks in early episodes.
A Boys .55 inch Anti-Tank rifle is a peculiar weapon seen mounted in the gunner's position on half tracks in early episodes.
[[Image:BoysRifle.55.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Boys Anti-Tank Rifle 3rd Variant - 13.9x99mmB (Kynoch & RG .55in Caliber).]]
[[Image:BoysRifle.55.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Boys Anti-Tank Rifle 3rd Variant - 13.9x99mmB (Kynoch & RG .55in Caliber).]]


== Trivia ==
= Trivia =
As usual for cheap, low cost productions most of the German vehichles are actully American     mock-ups such as M3 Half-Tracks,Patton Tanks,M7 Priest,and M35 2-1/2 ''Deuce and a Half'' cargo trucks painted desert sand colors with German Iron Cross and on half-tracks Swastikas, making them look more           German.
Most of the German armor and other vehicles seen in the series are actual mocked-up American vehicles such as M3 Half-Tracks, Patton Tanks, M7 Priest,and M35 2-1/2 ''Deuce and a Half'' cargo trucks painted desert sand colors with German Iron Cross and on half-tracks Swastikas, making them look more German.


=== Fake German Tanks ===
=== Fake German Tanks ===

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The Rat Patrol (1966-1968)

The Rat Patrol was a military action series that aired on ABC from 1966-1968. The series mostly revolved around a four man team of Allied troops (three Americans and one British) who travel in two armed jeeps to harass the German army in the deserts of North Africa during World War II.

The following weapons were used in the series The Rat Patrol:


Heavy Weapons

Browning M2 Aircraft

The Browning M2 Aircraft is the main armament of the Rat Patrol. It can be seen mounted on the Rat Patrol's jeeps in most episodes. The Browning M2 also is seen mounted on German half-tracks as well as other German armor.

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An M2 Aircraft.
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Browning M2HB

In some episodes, the Browning M2HB model is the weapon mounted on the Rat Patrol's jeeps. One is seen used on a tripod in an episode. The ones mounted on German armor usually were fitted with custom muzzle breaks.

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An M2 Browning.
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A M2 Browning mounted on a tripod.
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Sgt. Sam Troy (Christopher George) fires a Browning M2HB from the jeep in the first episode "The Chase of Fire Raid".

MG34

While the Browning M2 was the main armament seen on German armor in the series, the more accurate MG34 is seen in some episodes on German vehicles.

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MG34 7.92x57mm Mauser with 75-round ammo drum

MG42

While the Browning M2 was the main armament seen on German armor in the series, the more accurate MG42 is seen in some episodes on German vehicles.

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MG42 Light Machine Gun 7.92x57mm Mauser

Browning M1919A4

The Browning M1919A4 is seen mounted on German half-tracks.

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Maxim MG08

The Maxim MG08 is briefly seen used by one of the gun-runner's men to aim at the Rat Patrol.

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Maxim MG08 7.92x57mm Mauser on sled mount

Submachine Guns

Star Model Z45

The Star Model Z45 is used by the Rat Patrol in early episodes filmed in Spain. These SMG's were fitted with wooden stocks and furniture. Some Germans also use the folding-stock version in early episodes.

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Star Model Z-45s in both fixed and folding stock models.
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Sgt. Sam Troy (Christopher George) holds Z-45 fitted with a wooden stock.
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Sgt. Troy holds the Z-45 in Season 1's "The Wildest Raid of All".

M1928A1 Thompson

In later episodes, the M1928A1 Thompson is used by the Rat Patrol as well as US and Allied troops. In one episode, the a French Resistance officer in most of the 1st and all of the 2nd season.

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M1 Carbine

An M1 Carbine is seen used by a Partisan in a later episode.

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MP40

German forces are armed with the MP40 as well.

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Capt. Dietrich holds a MP40.
A Partisan Geuilla Holds a MP40.

Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun

The Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun is used by German soldiers in early episodes, most notebly Capt.Dietrich (Eric Braeden) to fight Arabs in an episode.

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Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun - 9mm.
Captain Dietrich (Eric Braeden) fights of Arabs with a Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun

Rifles

Karabiner 98k

The Karabiner 98k is used by members of the Rat Patrol as well as German forces, Arabs, and partisans. A Karabiner fitted with a scope is seen used by a German sniper in an episode.

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Mauser Gewehr 1898

The Mauser Gewehr 1898 is seen used by Partisan, Arabs, and the Gun Runner's men in various episodes.

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M1 Garand

While not commonly seen in the series, the M1 Garand is seen used by American troops, notably Pvt. Tully Pettigrew (Justin Tarr) in the first episode.

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Handguns

Luger P08

The Luger P08 is used by German troops in 1st season. Most notably used by German Capt. Detrich (Hans Gudegast, who would be later known as Eric Braeden).

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Walther P38

The Walther P38 is also carried by German forces in the series.

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Colt M1911A1

The Colt M1911A1 is the standard sidearm used by members of the Rat Patrol, notably by Sgt. Sam Troy (Christopher George).

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While disguised as a German medic, Sgt. Troy holds the M1911A1 in Season 1's "The Life Against Death Raid".

Beretta M1934

A Beretta M1934 is seen being handed over by a surrendering Italian Officer.

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Beretta Model 1934, - .380 ACP


Webley Mk IV?Webley Mk VI?Enfield No.2?

The standard British Sidearm in the Series is some type of Welbey/Enfield revolver. Most notably carried by Sgt. Moffit ((Gary Ramond)).

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Here you can see Moffit's (Gary Ramond) revolver.
  • This is a Webley WG revolver, identifiable by its bird's-head grip and rear-set trigger guard.

Other

Mk 2 hand grenade

The Mk 2 hand grenade is the standard grenade carried by the Rat Patrol.

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Model 24 Stielhandgranate

The Model 24 Stielhandgranate is used by German forces as well as members of the Rat Patrol.

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An Arab with a M24 Stielhandgranate
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Lucky for this dog the grenade is a dud.


Winchester Model 70

Used by an Allied sniper in the final episode.

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M9 Bazooka

Used in the final episode.

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M9 "Bazooka" - 2.36 inch

Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE)

Rarely used by British soldiers in the series.

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Lee-Enfield No.1 Mk III* - .303 British
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Lee-Enfield No.4 Mk.I - .303 British
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Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk. III .303.

Unknown Pocket Pistol

Used by a French Resistance member.

Winter's Bomb

Seen used by the Rat Patrol, it is a bomb that can be detonated very easily. thumb|none|500px

Boys .55 inch Anti-Tank rifle

A Boys .55 inch Anti-Tank rifle is a peculiar weapon seen mounted in the gunner's position on half tracks in early episodes.

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Boys Anti-Tank Rifle 3rd Variant - 13.9x99mmB (Kynoch & RG .55in Caliber).

Trivia

Most of the German armor and other vehicles seen in the series are actual mocked-up American vehicles such as M3 Half-Tracks, Patton Tanks, M7 Priest,and M35 2-1/2 Deuce and a Half cargo trucks painted desert sand colors with German Iron Cross and on half-tracks Swastikas, making them look more German.

Fake German Tanks

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A M4 Sherman Tank painted to look like a German Tank.

Fake Marder Tank Destroyer

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A M7 Priest painted to look like a German Vehichle (possibly a German Marder tank destroyer