10 Military Vehicles That Use A Cummins Engine (And Two That Will)
Cummins is well known for making the diesel engines powering some of the big pickups on the market, but did you know its engines power military vehicles too?
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Why Does The F22 Raptor Have Rectangular Exhaust Nozzles?
The back of the F22 Raptor has an unusual characteristic -- rectangular nozzles. It turns out they have a very specific purpose. Here's what we know.
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What Is A 'Deuce And A Half' Military Truck, And How Did It Get Its Name?
The deuce-and-a-half truck was a quiet hero of World War II, serving to transport troops, gear, and more around the battlefront. How did it get that name?
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Who Really Invented The First Fighter Jet & How Fast Did It Fly?
The Messerschmitt Me 262 Schwable was the world's first operational jet aircraft and was powered by an engine designed by Hans von Ohain in 1936.
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This Is The Largest Military Tank Ever Made
While a true monster of a tank never saw the light of day, the largest military tank ever made is still impressively massive. Here's what it weighed.
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America's F-15E Strike Eagle Jet Just Got A Lot Better At Fighting Drones
Drones have emerged as a big new threat on battlefields, and the U.S. Air Force has found a cost-effective way of combating them without spending a ton.
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The USVMC: A Brief Look At The History Of America's Biggest Military Motorcycle Club
The United States Veterans Motorcycle Club (USVMC) has chapters all over the country, and every veteran is welcome to join. Here's how they came to be.
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One Of The Military's Coolest Gadgets Is A Microphone For Teeth
The military is constantly at the forefront of technological advancement, resulting in some super cool gadgets like a microphone system worn on teeth.
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How Much Damage Can A Ballistic Missile Do And Can It Be Stopped?
What kind of damage is a ballistic missile actually capable of and what options are there to stop one after it has already been launched at a target?
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What Does The Inside Of An M4 Sherman Tank Look Like?
The M4 Sherman Tank is one of the most prolific battle tanks in military history, but few people beyond tank operators have seen its interior.
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Who Makes The Gun On The A-10 Warthog And How Fast Can It Shoot?
The A-10 Warthog is one of the most iconic aircraft in the United States military, but more iconic than the plane itself is the Gatling gun it's armed with.
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The 11 Largest Non-Nuclear Explosions Ever Recorded
From natural chaos to wartime blasts and industrial disasters, these are history's most powerful non-nuclear explosions measured by force, impact, devastation.
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Why Do TOW Missiles Have Wires?
If you pay attention to military activities in any capacity, you may have noticed anti-tank TOW missiles are connected to a wire, which begs the question: Why?
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Cruiser Vs. Destroyer: What's The Difference Between These Fighting Ships?
The U.S. Navy has used cruisers and destroyers since around the 1800s to serve similar yet different roles. To the general public, they might look identical.
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Do Any Modern Militaries Still Use Flamethrowers?
While flamethrowers have some notable history as an iconic military tool during the Vietnam era, are the weapons still used by modern forces today?
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5 Of The Longest-Range Missiles In The World (And The Countries That Own Them)
While rarely deployed against military targets, long-range missiles are a critical part of the defensive posture for the world's preeminent military powers.
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How Did The F-35 Get The Nickname 'Big Penguin' ?
Military vehicles — aircraft included — often have technical names that attract the need for more commonplace monikers. The F-35 is no exception.
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10 Of The Most Famous Warplanes In History
The glory window for warplanes passes quickly, but these iconic models earned a place in aircraft eternity with performances in film and in the field.
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4 Of The Biggest Fighter Jets In The World
While fighter jets are designed as agile aircraft, they still come in at a massive size and weight, despite being intended for aerial superiority.
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One Of Arizona's Worst Plane Wrecks Can Still Be Visited By The Most Committed Hikers
In 1944, a U.S. Army Corps B-24 bomber crashed near the top of Humphreys Peak in Arizona. Here's what we know about the crash and how to get to the site.
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How Does The F-35 Lightning II Take Off, And Land Vertically And How Does It Differ From The Harrier?
The F-35 Lightning II isn't the first jet with hovering capabilities the military has used, but it does accomplish this differently than the AV-8 Harrier.
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B-1B Lancer Top Speed: How Fast Can The Bomber Fly?
The U.S. Air Force's B-1B Lancer is a stealthy, fast, and versatile bomber that has used its speed to its advantage in multiple conflicts around the world.
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Why Fighter Jet Battles Are Often Called Dogfights
Dogfight is a very popular term to use when describing two aircraft engaged in aerial combat, but where does that term come from? Dogs don't fly.
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What Is The Top Speed Of The Marine One Presidential Helicopter?
The helicopter that the president of the United States flies on is referred to as Marine One and it's top speed might surprise the general public.
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Can The Military's Bradley Fighting Vehicle Destroy A Tank?
The military's M2 Bradley fighting vehicle looks similar to a tank, but smaller. It might surprise you to know what this armored vehicle is capable of.
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Can A Tank Survive A Hellfire Missile?
Main battle tanks are heavily armored vehicles that can cause a lot of damage. However, the Hellfire missile is a projectile that can cause a lot of damage too.
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Yes, 'The Wackiest Ship In The Army' Was Loosely Based On A True Story - A Look At The Real USS Echo
The "Wackiest Ship in the Army" was a comedic movie that followed a rag-tag group of sailors on a mission for the U.S. Navy. Surely it wasn't real.
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