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The [[SIG-Sauer P226]] is used as the standard issue pistol of the German police in the series. | The [[SIG-Sauer P226]] is used as the standard issue pistol of the German police in the series. | ||
[[Image:SigP226.jpg|thumb|400px|none|SIG-Sauer P226 - 9x19mm]] | [[Image:SigP226.jpg|thumb|400px|none|SIG-Sauer P226 - 9x19mm]] | ||
− | [[Image:P228 100 1.jpg|thumb|500px|none|A murder suspect relieves a German policeman of his P226 and tries to kill himself with it in the pilot episode. He fails however, and police take the weapon stating that the safety catch was on, flicking it back and forth. As the P226 doesn't have a safety catch, for this shot it switches to a H&K USP. Also, the slide seems to protrude too far in front of the frame and it seems to lack the horned bottom corner of the trigger guard, so it is possibly a | + | [[Image:P228 100 1.jpg|thumb|500px|none|A murder suspect relieves a German policeman of his P226 and tries to kill himself with it in the pilot episode. He fails however, and police take the weapon stating that the safety catch was on, flicking it back and forth. As the P226 doesn't have a safety catch, for this shot it switches to a H&K USP. Also, the slide seems to protrude too far in front of the frame and it seems to lack the horned bottom corner of the trigger guard, so it is possibly a replica or stunt gun as it was used in a scuffle and was pressed against someone's head.]] |
[[Image:P228_100_2.jpg|thumb|500px|none|After the P226 changes to a USP, it changes back to a P226 for the next shot.]] | [[Image:P228_100_2.jpg|thumb|500px|none|After the P226 changes to a USP, it changes back to a P226 for the next shot.]] | ||
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==51mm Mortar Bomb== | ==51mm Mortar Bomb== | ||
− | A pair of | + | A pair of illumination round for a British L9A1 51 mm Light Mortar can be seen in "Crush" (Series 1, Episode 2). |
[[Image:Mortar 102.jpg|thumb|500px|none|Sgt McDonagh examines an illumination round in the bedroom of a soldier who collects weapons.]] | [[Image:Mortar 102.jpg|thumb|500px|none|Sgt McDonagh examines an illumination round in the bedroom of a soldier who collects weapons.]] | ||
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The carbine length [[G36#Heckler_.26_Koch_G36K|G36k]] is the normal weapon used by German SEK officers throughout the series. | The carbine length [[G36#Heckler_.26_Koch_G36K|G36k]] is the normal weapon used by German SEK officers throughout the series. | ||
[[Image:H%26K-G36K.jpg|thumb|400px|none|Heckler & Koch G36K - 5.56x45mm]] | [[Image:H%26K-G36K.jpg|thumb|400px|none|Heckler & Koch G36K - 5.56x45mm]] | ||
− | [[Image:G36k 106 Payback.avi 002075800.jpg|thumb|500px|none|In this shot from "Payback" (Series 1, Episode 6) the two officers on the right are | + | [[Image:G36k 106 Payback.avi 002075800.jpg|thumb|500px|none|In this shot from "Payback" (Series 1, Episode 6) the two officers on the right are both carrying G36Ks.]] |
[[Image:G36k_202_1.jpg|thumb|500px|none|In "True Love" (Series 2, Episode 2) the police carry G36Ks whilst surrounding the suspect's house]] | [[Image:G36k_202_1.jpg|thumb|500px|none|In "True Love" (Series 2, Episode 2) the police carry G36Ks whilst surrounding the suspect's house]] | ||
[[Image:G36k_202_2.jpg|thumb|500px|none|Another view of the above officer showing his G36K.]] | [[Image:G36k_202_2.jpg|thumb|500px|none|Another view of the above officer showing his G36K.]] | ||
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==IMI Uzi== | ==IMI Uzi== | ||
− | A bank robber in "Payback" (Series 1, Episode 6) carries a full size [[Uzi#Uzi|IMI Uzi]] with a folding stock. Late in "Red Light" (Series 2, Episode 3) a number of Uzi | + | A bank robber in "Payback" (Series 1, Episode 6) carries a full size [[Uzi#Uzi|IMI Uzi]] with a folding stock. Late in "Red Light" (Series 2, Episode 3) a number of Uzi submachine guns are used by motorcycle riding criminals to abduct a witness. |
[[Image:Uzi.jpg|thumb|400px|none|IMI Uzi with buttstock collapsed - 9x19mm]] | [[Image:Uzi.jpg|thumb|400px|none|IMI Uzi with buttstock collapsed - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[Image:Uzi 106 Payback.avi 002005040.jpg|thumb|500px|none|An armed robber carries his Uzi as he jumps over the bank counter. In this shot the presence of the folding rear stock is visible.]] | [[Image:Uzi 106 Payback.avi 002005040.jpg|thumb|500px|none|An armed robber carries his Uzi as he jumps over the bank counter. In this shot the presence of the folding rear stock is visible.]] | ||
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==Keppeler & Fritz KS-II== | ==Keppeler & Fritz KS-II== | ||
The KS-II is another rifle that is used by the German snipers in "Payback" (Series 1, Episode 6). It is used by the sniper who kills the escaping bank robber as he drives away | The KS-II is another rifle that is used by the German snipers in "Payback" (Series 1, Episode 6). It is used by the sniper who kills the escaping bank robber as he drives away | ||
− | [[Image:Untitled.jpg|thumb|400px|none|Keppeler | + | [[Image:Untitled.jpg|thumb|400px|none|Keppeler and Fritz KS-II - .338 Lapua]] |
[[Image:Red_Cap_106_Payback.avi_003042840.jpg|thumb|500px|none|The sniper searches for a firing position to shoot the escaping armed robber with his KS-II]] | [[Image:Red_Cap_106_Payback.avi_003042840.jpg|thumb|500px|none|The sniper searches for a firing position to shoot the escaping armed robber with his KS-II]] | ||
[[Image:Red_Cap_106_Payback.avi_003101040.jpg|thumb|500px|none|The sniper takes aim with his KS-II at the escaping car.]] | [[Image:Red_Cap_106_Payback.avi_003101040.jpg|thumb|500px|none|The sniper takes aim with his KS-II at the escaping car.]] | ||
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==Heckler & Koch HK53== | ==Heckler & Koch HK53== | ||
− | The main weapon used by Sgt McDonagh ([[Tamzin Outhwaite]]) and the rest of the close protection team in Bosnia in "Betrayed" (Series 2, Episode 1) is a [[HK33#Heckler_.26_Koch_53|HK53]]. This is the | + | The main weapon used by Sgt McDonagh ([[Tamzin Outhwaite]]) and the rest of the close protection team in Bosnia in "Betrayed" (Series 2, Episode 1) is a [[HK33#Heckler_.26_Koch_53|HK53]]. This is the correct weapon that was used by RMP CP teams until it was phased out in favour of the C8 CQB. |
[[Image:H%26KHK53-1.jpg|thumb|400px|none|Heckler & Koch HK53 - 5.56x45mm.]] | [[Image:H%26KHK53-1.jpg|thumb|400px|none|Heckler & Koch HK53 - 5.56x45mm.]] | ||
[[Image:Hk53_201_3.jpg|thumb|500px|none|Sgt McDonagh escorts a General to a waiting helicopter, carrying an HK53. From the length of the magazine, it appears that the 30rd magazine made for the HK93 are being used, rather than the 25rd magazines the HK53 was supplies with.]] | [[Image:Hk53_201_3.jpg|thumb|500px|none|Sgt McDonagh escorts a General to a waiting helicopter, carrying an HK53. From the length of the magazine, it appears that the 30rd magazine made for the HK93 are being used, rather than the 25rd magazines the HK53 was supplies with.]] |
Revision as of 10:45, 31 January 2012
The following weapons appear in the television series Red Cap:
Browning Hi-Power
Throughout the series, various models of the Browning Hi-Power are used regularly by both British forces personnel and criminals.
L85A1
As the standard issue rifle of the British Army at the time of production, the L85A1 is seen regularly throughout the series, and also in various stock establishing shots. It is used with SUSATs and iron sights, and also with BFA attached for blank firing exercises.
SIG-Sauer P226
The SIG-Sauer P226 is used as the standard issue pistol of the German police in the series.
Heckler & Koch USP
A Heckler & Koch USP can briefly by seen in "H-Hour" (Series 1, Episode 1) where a continuity error causes a SIG-Sauer P226 to change into a USP, and then back again. The likely reason for this is that the dialogue was describing the operation of the safety catch, and as there is no manual safety on a P226, a USP was required to stand in briefly.
L21A1 RARDEN
The L21A1 RARDEN can be seen at various points throughout the series and in establishing shots, mounted as the main gun on Scimitar and Warrior armoured vehicles.
Smoke Grenade Discharger
Smoke grenade dischargers can be seen mounted on Scimitar, Warrior, Challenger 2 and Saxon armoured vehicles throughout the series.
Royal Ordnance L30A1 120mm Gun
Seen at various points throughout the series and in establishing shots, mounted as the main gun on Challenger 2 MBTs.
L86A1
An L86A1 LSW can be briefly seen in "H-Hour" (Series 1, Episode 1).
L7 Machine Gun
The British version of the FN MAG, the L7 can be seen in establishing shots throughout the series where it is being dry fired, cocking the weapon between shots, correctly using inert drill ammunition.
SIG-Sauer P228
The SIG-Sauer P228 is seen several times throughout the series, most obviously when uses by RMP Close Protection officer in Bosnia.
MAC-10
A replica on a MAC-10 Can be seen in "Crush" (Series 1, Episode 2) where it is part of an arcade machine.
51mm Mortar Bomb
A pair of illumination round for a British L9A1 51 mm Light Mortar can be seen in "Crush" (Series 1, Episode 2).
Mark 8 Thunderflash
A Mark 8 Thunderflash is used by British soldier in "Crush" (Series 1, Episode 2) as part on an initiation ceremony.
Heckler & Koch G36
The full length G36 can occasionally be seen used by German police throughout the series.
Heckler & Koch G36K
The carbine length G36k is the normal weapon used by German SEK officers throughout the series.
Heckler & Koch PSG-1
German police snipers have been seen using PSG-1 sniper rifles on several occasions where an armed response was required, both with and without fitted bi-pods.
Beretta 92FS
A bank robber in "Payback" (Series 1, Episode 6) carries a Beretta 92FS.
Walther P99
A corrupt bank guard in "Payback" (Series 1, Episode 6) carries a Walther P99.
IMI Uzi
A bank robber in "Payback" (Series 1, Episode 6) carries a full size IMI Uzi with a folding stock. Late in "Red Light" (Series 2, Episode 3) a number of Uzi submachine guns are used by motorcycle riding criminals to abduct a witness.
Sommer & Ockenfuß Griffrepetierer
Two Griffrepetierer rifles can be seen used by German police snipers in "Payback" (Series 1, Episode 6). It is seen with both red dot sights and telescopic sights. manufactured by Sommer & Ockenfuß, the rifle is a pump action bullpup, operated by first releasing a lock on the rear of the pistol grip, and then pulling the pistol grip to the rear, and then sliding it forward again. The rifle is available in many calibres up to .300 Winchester Magnum.
Keppeler & Fritz KS-II
The KS-II is another rifle that is used by the German snipers in "Payback" (Series 1, Episode 6). It is used by the sniper who kills the escaping bank robber as he drives away
Heckler & Koch HK53
The main weapon used by Sgt McDonagh (Tamzin Outhwaite) and the rest of the close protection team in Bosnia in "Betrayed" (Series 2, Episode 1) is a HK53. This is the correct weapon that was used by RMP CP teams until it was phased out in favour of the C8 CQB.
M249 Paratrooper SAW
An gunner can briefly be seen carrying a M249 Paratrooper SAW on board a Lynx helicopter in "Betrayed" (Series 2, Episode 1).
Colt Carbine
A number of what appears to be some sort of Colt Carbine is used by the SAS soldiers in "Betrayed" (Series 2, Episode 1). From the quality of the image it is not clear which version exactly, but the weapons do not have a removable carry handle, but use the A2 type rear sight. It is possibly a Model 727, but this is not definite.
M16A2
M16A2s is used by several SAS soldiers in "Betrayed" (Series 2, Episode 1) with and without grenade launchers and Colt 4x20 scopes.
M203
Several M203 grenade launchers can be seen mounted under the M16 rifles used by the SAS in "Betrayed" (Series 2, Episode 1).
AKMS
A crate of what appears to be AKMS rifles can by seen in "Betrayed" (Series 2, Episode 1) along with associated magazine.
Tokarev TT-33
A Tokarev TT-33 is used by a Bosnian child in "Betrayed" (Series 2, Episode 1) to shoot an SAS soldier, and later to threaten the investigating SIB officers. One is also briefly visible being carried by an insurgent in Iraq in "Friendly Fire" (Series 2, Episode 5).
SIG-Sauer P229
Sgt McDonagh (Tamzin Outhwaite) carries a SIG-Sauer P229 at the end of "Betrayed" (Series 2, Episode 1).
Brno Carbine
A rifle describes as a Brno Carbine is used by a British soldier for poaching wild boar in "True Love" (Series 2, Episode 2), but the exact model is unclear.
L16 81mm Mortar
An L16 Mortar can be seen used in establishing shots from the start of Series 2. They also feature prominently in "Friendly Fire" (Series 2, Episode 5) where a soldier is killed by a stray mortar bomb.
Nambu Type 14
In "True Love" (Series 2, Episode 2) a Nambu Type 14 is used to murder a British soldier.
Heckler & Koch USP Compact
A two-tone USP Compact is used by Capt Rolf Mertens from the International Police Task Force in Bosnia in "Red Light" (Series 2, Episode 3).