Battle Factory

Battle Factory takes us into the hidden world of military factories all over the world - where raw materials become finished products ready for combat.

Battle Factory

Series 1 | Episode 11

Get the inside scoop on how vital military gear is made. See how camouflage make-up, the M2 machine gun and the Argo amphibious ATV are built to withstand the toughest conditions.

Battle Factory

Series 1 | Episode 7

Cannons, parachutes and stretchers - just some of the vital gear armies around the world rely on every day. But how are they made? This must-watch series reveals all.

Battle Factory

Series 1 | Episode 3

Take a closer look at how high-tech military gear is made, including sniper rifles, Ka-Bar knives and explosive dragon eggs. Plus, a modern reboot of the Zeppelin airship.

Battle Factory

Series 1 | Episode 13

Get clued up on the equipment that helps armies win wars all over the globe. Discover how a rugged case, a military survival shelter and an armoured personnel carrier are all made.

Battle Factory

Series 1 | Episode 9

From standard issue to high-tech, this fascinating show reveals how frontline gear is made. The Jaws of Life, the M1 Abrams tank and the military watch are put under the spotlight.

Battle Factory

Series 1 | Episode 8

The manufacturing magic behind essential military gear. Discover how flight simulators work, how rocket launchers are attached to guns and how nutritious ration packs are assembled.

About Battle Factory

About Battle Factory

Battle Factory takes a closer look at how instruments of combat are made.

The Equipment

Exploring how many of the products that combat troops use are constructed.

Firearm Terminology Explained

Firearm Terminology Explained

Here’s a guide to some of the often surprising technical jargon of firearms.