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[[Image:RatPatrol S1.jpg|thumb|300px|right|''The Rat Patrol'' (1966-1968)]]  
 
[[Image:RatPatrol S1.jpg|thumb|300px|right|''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 Nazis in the deserts of North Africa during World War II.
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'''''The Rat Patrol''''' was a World War II action series that aired on ABC from 1966 to 1968.  The series mostly revolved around a four man team of Allied troops (three Americans and one British) who traveled in two armed jeeps while harassing the German army in the deserts of North Africa during the conflict. The first season of the series was filmed in Spain and utilized the resources of the Spanish Army (much of which would later be seen in the film ''[[Patton]]'').  The second season was filmed in California.
 
 
'''The following weapons were used in the series ''The Rat Patrol'':'''
 
  
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=Heavy Weapons=
 
== Browning M2 Aircraft ==
 
== 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.
 
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.
[[Image:m2aircraft.jpg|thumb|none|500px|An M2 Aircraft.]]
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[[File:M2 aircraft flexible.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Browning M2 Aircraft, Flexible - .50 BMG]]
[[Image:TRP 008.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
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[[Image:TRP 008.jpg|thumb|none|450px|The Browning M2 seen in the Jeep as the Rat Patrol have captured General von Helmreich ([[Wolfgang Preiss]]).]]
  
 
== Browning M2HB ==
 
== 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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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 brakes.
 
[[Image:BrowningM2.jpg|thumb|none|500px|An M2 Browning.]]
 
[[Image:BrowningM2.jpg|thumb|none|500px|An M2 Browning.]]
 
[[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".]]
  
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==MG 34==
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While the Browning M2 was the main armament seen on German armor in the series, the more accurate [[MG 34]] is seen in some episodes on German vehicles.
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[[Image:mg-34.jpg|thumb|none|450px|MG 34 - 7.92x57mm Mauser.]]
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[[Image:TRP 001.jpg|thumb|none|600px]]
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== MG42 ==
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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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[[File:MG42 Left.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MG42 with sling and bipod collapsed - 7.92mm Mauser]]
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[[Image:German tank mockup.jpg|thumb|none|450px|A MG-42 can be seen mounted on the M7 Priest mocked up to resemble a German tank destroyer.]]
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== Browning M1919A4 ==
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The [[Browning M1919A4]] is mainly seen mounted on German half-tracks.
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[[Image:BrowningM37MG.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
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[[Image:TRP 017.jpg|thumb|none|450px|The [[Browning M1919A4]] is seen mounted on a German half-track.]]
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== Maxim MG08 ==
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The [[Maxim#Maxim MG08|Maxim MG08]] is briefly seen used by one of the gun-runner's men to aim at the Rat Patrol.
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[[Image:MaximMG08.jpg|thumb|none|right|250px|Maxim MG08 7.92x57mm Mauser on sled mount]]
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[[Image:TRP 020.jpg|thumb|none|450px|The [[Maxim#Maxim MG08|Maxim MG08]] is briefly seen used by one of the gun-runner's men to aim at the Rat Patrol.]]
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=Submachine Guns=
 
== Star Model Z45==
 
== Star Model Z45==
The [[Star Z Series Submachine Guns#Star Model Z45|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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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.
[[Image:M45 star.jpg.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Star Model Z-45s in both fixed and folding stock models.]]
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[[Image:STAR Z45.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Star Model Z-45s in both fixed and folding stock models.]]
[[Image:TRP 006.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
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[[Image:TRP 006.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Sgt. Sam Troy ([[Christopher George]]) holds Z-45 fitted with a wooden stock.]]
[[Image:TRP 011.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
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[[Image:TRP 011.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Sgt. Troy holds the Z-45 in Season 1's "The Wildest Raid of All".]]
 
 
  
 
== M1928A1 Thompson ==
 
== 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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In later episodes, the [[M1928A1 Thompson]] is used by the Rat Patrol as well as US and Allied troops as well as a French Resistance officer.
 
[[Image:M1928-A1 T.jpg||thumb|none|450px]]
 
[[Image:M1928-A1 T.jpg||thumb|none|450px]]
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[[Image:TRP 030.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Sgt. Troy holds the M1928A1 Thompson.]]
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[[Image:TRP 028.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Pvt. Tully Pettigrew ([[Justin Tarr]]) with the Thompson.]]
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[[Image:TRP 033.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Pvt. Mark T. Hitchcock ([[Lawrence Casey]]) fires the Thompson.]]
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[[Image:TRP 034.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Sgt. Jack Moffitt ([[Gary Raymond]]) holds the Thompson.]]
  
== [[M1 Garand]] ==
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==M1 Carbine==
Rarely used by American troops and Pvt. Tully Pettigrew [[(Justin Tarr)]] in the first episode.
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An [[M1 Carbine]] is seen used by a young French Resistance fighter in a later episode.
[[Image:M1 Garand.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
 
 
 
==[[M1 Carbine]]==
 
Seen used by a Partisan Guerrilla in a later episode.
 
 
[[Image:M1-Carbine.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
 
[[Image:M1-Carbine.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
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[[Image:TRP 220.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
  
== [[Karabiner 98k]] ==
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== MP40 ==
Used by many Nazis, Arabs and Parisan Guerrilla throught the show.A sniper version is seen used by a German sniper in an episode.
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German forces as well as the Rat Patrol are seen using the [[MP40]].
[[Image:Karabiner-98K.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
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[[Image:MP40.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
[[Image:Mauser g98 Sniper.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
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[[Image:TRP 026.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Capt. Dietrich fires the MP40.]]
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[[Image:TRP 027.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Sgt. Troy in disguise holds the MP40.]]
  
== [[Mauser Gewehr 1898]] ==
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==SIG M1920==
Used by Partisan Geuillas, Arabs, and the Gun Runner's men in various episodes.
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The [[SIG M1920]] is used by German soldiers in early episodes, most notably Capt. Dietrich ([[Eric Braeden]]) in Season 1's "The Moment of Truce Raid".
[[Image:Mauser g98.jpg|500px|thumb|none]]
 
  
== [[MP40]] ==
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[[File:SIG M1920.jpg|thumb|none|400px|SIG M1920 - 9x19mm]]
Used by many Nazis in the series.
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[[Image:TRP 200.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Captain Dietrich ([[Eric Braeden]]) holds a [[SIG M1920]] in Season 1's "The Moment of Truce Raid". Note the round bolt handle, indicative of the SIG model.]]
[[Image:MP40.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
 
[[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]].]]
 
  
== [[Luger P08]] ==
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=Rifles=
Standard sidearm for the German troops in 1st season. Most notably used by German Capt. Detrich[[(Hans Gudegast, aka Eric Braeden)]].
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== Karabiner 98k ==
[[Image:P08Luger1917.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
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The [[Karabiner 98k]] is used by members of the Rat Patrol as well as German forces, Arabs, and Resistance fighters. A Karabiner fitted with a scope is seen used by a German sniper in an episode.
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[[Image:Karabiner-98K.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
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[[Image:TRP 014.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
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[[Image:TRP 032.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
  
== [[Walther P38]] ==
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== 1893 Spanish Mauser ==
Used by Nazis in the 2nd season.
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The [[1893 Spanish Mauser]] is seen used by Partisan, Arabs, and the Gun Runner's men in various episodes.
[[Image:P38.jpg|none|thumb|500px]]
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[[Image:Spanish1893Mauser.jpg|500px|thumb|none|1893 Spanish Mauser - 7x57mm Mauser]]
[[Image:German p38.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
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[[Image:TRP 019.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
  
== [[Colt M1911A1]] ==
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==M1 Garand ==
Standard sidearm for the American Military.Seen used notably by Sgt. Sam Troy [[(Christopher George)]].
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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 "The Circle of Fire Raid".
[[Image:M1911Colt.jpg|400px|thumb|none]]
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[[Image:M1 Garand.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
[[Image:Troy 45.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Troy holds his [[M1911A1]] on a german medic while disguised as one.]]
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[[Image:TRP 216.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
[[Image:ST TwoAgainst1 small.jpg|400px|thumb|none|]]
 
  
== [[Beretta M1934]] ==
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==Karabiner 98AZ==
Seen handed over by a surrendering Italian Officer.
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Some [[Mauser 98AZ]] carbines are used.
[[Image:Beretta Model 1934 Pistol.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Beretta Model '''1934''', - .380 ACP]]
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[[Image:Mauser 98AZ Artillery Carbine.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Mauser 98AZ Artillery Carbine - 7.92x57mm Mauser]]
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[[Image:TRP 221.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
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[[Image:TRP 222.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
  
== [[Steyr-Solothurn S1-100#Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun|Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun]] ==
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=Handguns=
Used by German soldiers in early episodes, most notebly Capt.Dietrich [[(Eric Braeden)]] to fight Arabs in an episode.
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== Luger P08 ==
[[Image:SteyrMP34.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Steyr-Solothurn S1-100/MP34 submachine gun - 9mm.]]
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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: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]]]]
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[[Image:P08Luger1917.jpg|none|thumb|300px]]
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[[Image:TRP 221.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
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[[Image:TRP 231.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
  
== [[Mk 2 hand grenade]] ==
 
Standard grenade used by the Rat Patrol.
 
[[Image:MK2 grenade DoD.jpg|thumb|none|250px]]
 
[[Image:TULLY & MK.II GRENADE.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
 
[[Image:TROYS GRENADE TIME BOMB.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
 
  
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== Walther P38 ==
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The [[Walther P38]] is also carried by German forces in the series as is seen in hands of nearly all of the main characters including Capt. Deitrich and Sgt. Troy.
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[[Image:P38.jpg|none|thumb|300px]]
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[[Image:TRP 016.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Capt. Deitrich ([[Hans Gudegast]]) holds the Walther P38.]]
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[[Image:manfred_lating.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Mueller ([[Manfred Lating]]) fires a P38 in episode ''The One That Got Away Raid''.]]
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[[Image:michael_vandever.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Lt. Dorf ([[Michael Vandever]]) with a Walther P38 in episode ''The Double or Nothing Raid''.]]
  
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== Colt M1911A1 ==
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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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[[Image:M1911Colt.jpg|300px|thumb|none]]
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[[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".]]
  
== [[Model 24 Stielhandgranate]] ==
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==Mauser 1934 Pocket Pistol==
Standard grenade of the Nazis.
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A [[Mauser_Pocket_Pistol#1934_Mauser_Pocket_Pistol|Mauser 1934 Pocket Pistol]] is seen being handed over by a surrendering Italian Officer and is used by Sgt. Moffit in an episode.
[[Image:24-43 grenade.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
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[[Image:Mauser1934.jpg|thumb|300px|none|1934 Mauser Pocket Pistol. - 7.65x17mmSR]]
[[Image:W grenade.jpg|thumb|none|500px|An Arab with a M24 Stielhandgranate]]
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[[Image:TRP 211.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
[[Image:Dud grenade.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Lucky for this dog the grenade is a dud.]]
 
  
==[[MG34]]==
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== Webley Mk VI ==
Seen mounted on german half-tracks in early episodes.
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Sgt. Jack Moffitt ([[Gary Raymond]]) carries a [[Webley Mk VI]] revolver as his sidearm.
[[Image:mg-34.jpg|thumb|none|500px|MG34 7.92x57mm Mauser with 75-round ammo drum]]
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[[Image:Webley.JPG|thumb|none|300px|.455 Webley Mk. VI.]]
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[[Image:TRP 018.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Sgt. Jack Moffitt ([[Gary Raymond]]) carries a [[Webley Mk VI]] revolver as his sidearm.]]
  
== [[MG42]] ==
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=Other=
Rarely seen mounted on German militay vehichles.
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== Mk 2 hand grenade ==
[[Image:MG42.jpg|thumb|none|500px|MG42 Light Machine Gun 7.92x57mm Mauser]]
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The [[Mk 2 hand grenade]] is the standard grenade carried by the Rat Patrol.
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[[Image:MK2 grenade DoD.jpg|thumb|none|250px]]
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[[Image:TULLY & MK.II GRENADE.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
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[[Image:TROYS GRENADE TIME BOMB.jpg|thumb|none|450px|A Mk. 2 hand grenade turned into a time bomb.]]
  
== [[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]]? ==
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== Model 24 Stielhandgranate==
The standard British Sidearm in the Series is some type of Welbey/Enfield revolver.Most noatably carried by Sgt. Moffit ([[(Gary Ramond)]]).
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The [[Model 24 Stielhandgranate]] is used by German forces as well as members of the Rat Patrol.
[[Image:Enfield No2.jpg|thumb|none|250px]]
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[[Image:24-43 grenade.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
[[Image:Webley-MK-4.jpg|thumb|none|250px]]
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[[Image:W grenade.jpg|thumb|none|450px|The Sheik threatens to blow up a German weapons cache with a M24 Stielhandgranate in Season 1's "The Fire and Brimstone Raid".]]
[[Image:Webley.JPG|thumb|none|250px]]
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[[Image:TRP 036.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Sgt. Troy prepares to throw the grenade into the German tank.]]
[[Image:MOFFITT'S_REVOLVER.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Here you can see Moffit's (Gary Ramond) revolver.]]
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[[Image:Dud grenade.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Lucky for this dog the grenade is a dud.]]
[[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]]==
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==Winchester Model 70==
Used by an Allied sniper in the final episode.
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An Allied sniper uses a [[Winchester Model 70]] as his weapon of choice in the final episode "The Kill at Koorlea Raid".
 
[[Image:Pre64WinModel70.jpg|thumb|none|400px]]
 
[[Image:Pre64WinModel70.jpg|thumb|none|400px]]
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[[Image:TRP 212.jpg|thumb|none|450px|]]
  
== [[M1 Bazooka#M9 Bazooka|M9 Bazooka]] ==
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== M9 Bazooka ==
Used in the final episode.
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Pvt. Tully uses a [[M1 Bazooka#M9 Bazooka|M9 Bazooka]] in the final episode "The Kill at Koorlea Raid".
 
[[Image:M9bazooka.jpg|thumb|none|right|500px|M9 "Bazooka" - 2.36 inch]]
 
[[Image:M9bazooka.jpg|thumb|none|right|500px|M9 "Bazooka" - 2.36 inch]]
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[[Image:TRP 213.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Pvt. Tully fires the M9 Bazooka into a German halftrack.]]
  
== [[Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE)]] ==
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== Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE) ==
 
Rarely used by British soldiers in the series.
 
Rarely used by British soldiers in the series.
 
[[Image:SMLE.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Lee-Enfield No.1 Mk III* - .303 British]]
 
[[Image:SMLE.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Lee-Enfield No.1 Mk III* - .303 British]]
[[Image:LeeEnfield4Rifle.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Lee-Enfield No.4 Mk.I - .303 British]]
 
[[Image:R LITHGOW SMLE 1941.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Short Magazine Lee-Enfield Mk. III .303.]]
 
  
== Unknow Pocket Pistol ==
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== 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.
 
[[Image ''winter's bomb''.jpg|thumb|none|500px]]
 
  
== Boys .55 inch Anti-Tank rifle ==
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== Winter's Bomb==
Strangley seen mounted on the Gunner's position on half tracks in early episodes.
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Seen used by the Rat Patrol, it is a bomb that can be detonated very easily.
[[Image:BoysRifle.55.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Boys Anti-Tank Rifle 3rd Variant - 13.9x99mmB (Kynoch & RG .55in Caliber).]]
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[[Image:winters bomb.jpg|thumb|none|450px]]
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== Boys Anti-Tank rifle ==
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A [[Boys anti-tank rifle]] is seen mounted in the gunner's position on half tracks in early episodes.
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[[Image:BoysRifle.55.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Boys Anti-Tank Rifle 3rd Variant - .55 Boys (13.9x99B).]]
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[[Image:TRP 206.jpg|thumb|none|450px|A Boys .55 inch Anti-Tank rifle can be strangely seen mounted on a German Halftrack.]]
  
== Trivia ==
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= 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.
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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 ===
 
[[Image:Mv tank.jpg|thumb|none|500px|A M4 Sherman Tank painted to look like a German Tank.]]
 
[[Image:Mv tank.jpg|thumb|none|500px|A M4 Sherman Tank painted to look like a German Tank.]]
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=== Fake Marder Tank Destroyer ===
 
=== Fake Marder Tank Destroyer ===
[[Image:German tank mockup.jpg|thumb|none|500px|A M7 Priest painted to look like a German Vehichle (possibly a German Marder tank destroyer]]
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[[Image:German tank mockup.jpg|thumb|none|500px|A M7 Priest painted to look like a German Vehicle (possibly a German Marder tank destroyer]]
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The Rat Patrol (1966-1968)

The Rat Patrol was a World War II action series that aired on ABC from 1966 to 1968. The series mostly revolved around a four man team of Allied troops (three Americans and one British) who traveled in two armed jeeps while harassing the German army in the deserts of North Africa during the conflict. The first season of the series was filmed in Spain and utilized the resources of the Spanish Army (much of which would later be seen in the film Patton). The second season was filmed in California.

The following weapons were used in the television 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.

Browning M2 Aircraft, Flexible - .50 BMG
The Browning M2 seen in the Jeep as the Rat Patrol have captured General von Helmreich (Wolfgang Preiss).

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 brakes.

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

MG 34

While the Browning M2 was the main armament seen on German armor in the series, the more accurate MG 34 is seen in some episodes on German vehicles.

MG 34 - 7.92x57mm Mauser.
TRP 001.jpg

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.

MG42 with sling and bipod collapsed - 7.92mm Mauser
A MG-42 can be seen mounted on the M7 Priest mocked up to resemble a German tank destroyer.

Browning M1919A4

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

BrowningM37MG.jpg
The Browning M1919A4 is seen mounted on a German half-track.

Maxim MG08

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

Maxim MG08 7.92x57mm Mauser on sled mount
The Maxim MG08 is briefly seen used by one of the gun-runner's men to aim at the Rat Patrol.

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.

Star Model Z-45s in both fixed and folding stock models.
Sgt. Sam Troy (Christopher George) holds Z-45 fitted with a wooden stock.
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 as well as a French Resistance officer.

M1928-A1 T.jpg
Sgt. Troy holds the M1928A1 Thompson.
Pvt. Tully Pettigrew (Justin Tarr) with the Thompson.
Pvt. Mark T. Hitchcock (Lawrence Casey) fires the Thompson.
Sgt. Jack Moffitt (Gary Raymond) holds the Thompson.

M1 Carbine

An M1 Carbine is seen used by a young French Resistance fighter in a later episode.

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MP40

German forces as well as the Rat Patrol are seen using the MP40.

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Capt. Dietrich fires the MP40.
Sgt. Troy in disguise holds the MP40.

SIG M1920

The SIG M1920 is used by German soldiers in early episodes, most notably Capt. Dietrich (Eric Braeden) in Season 1's "The Moment of Truce Raid".

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Captain Dietrich (Eric Braeden) holds a SIG M1920 in Season 1's "The Moment of Truce Raid". Note the round bolt handle, indicative of the SIG model.

Rifles

Karabiner 98k

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

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1893 Spanish Mauser

The 1893 Spanish Mauser is seen used by Partisan, Arabs, and the Gun Runner's men in various episodes.

1893 Spanish Mauser - 7x57mm Mauser
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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 "The Circle of Fire Raid".

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Karabiner 98AZ

Some Mauser 98AZ carbines are used.

Mauser 98AZ Artillery Carbine - 7.92x57mm Mauser
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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 as is seen in hands of nearly all of the main characters including Capt. Deitrich and Sgt. Troy.

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Capt. Deitrich (Hans Gudegast) holds the Walther P38.
Mueller (Manfred Lating) fires a P38 in episode The One That Got Away Raid.
Lt. Dorf (Michael Vandever) with a Walther P38 in episode The Double or Nothing Raid.

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".

Mauser 1934 Pocket Pistol

A Mauser 1934 Pocket Pistol is seen being handed over by a surrendering Italian Officer and is used by Sgt. Moffit in an episode.

1934 Mauser Pocket Pistol. - 7.65x17mmSR
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Webley Mk VI

Sgt. Jack Moffitt (Gary Raymond) carries a Webley Mk VI revolver as his sidearm.

.455 Webley Mk. VI.
Sgt. Jack Moffitt (Gary Raymond) carries a Webley Mk VI revolver as his sidearm.

Other

Mk 2 hand grenade

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

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A Mk. 2 hand grenade turned into a time bomb.


Model 24 Stielhandgranate

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

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The Sheik threatens to blow up a German weapons cache with a M24 Stielhandgranate in Season 1's "The Fire and Brimstone Raid".
Sgt. Troy prepares to throw the grenade into the German tank.
Lucky for this dog the grenade is a dud.

Winchester Model 70

An Allied sniper uses a Winchester Model 70 as his weapon of choice in the final episode "The Kill at Koorlea Raid".

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M9 Bazooka

Pvt. Tully uses a M9 Bazooka in the final episode "The Kill at Koorlea Raid".

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Pvt. Tully fires the M9 Bazooka into a German halftrack.

Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE)

Rarely used by British soldiers in the series.

Lee-Enfield No.1 Mk III* - .303 British

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.

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Boys Anti-Tank rifle

A Boys anti-tank rifle is seen mounted in the gunner's position on half tracks in early episodes.

Boys Anti-Tank Rifle 3rd Variant - .55 Boys (13.9x99B).
A Boys .55 inch Anti-Tank rifle can be strangely seen mounted on a German Halftrack.

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

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

Fake Marder Tank Destroyer

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

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