Ultimate Weapons

Ultimate Weapons

Season 1
Ultimate Weapons is a high-octane explosive series looking at the ultimate in modern weaponry. Check out the best in Sniper Rifles, Man-Portable Firepower, Tanks & Artillery, Robotic Warriors, Shock and Awe Weapons and Close Quarters Systems and explore what makes them the 'Ultimate Weapons' in their class. Each program shows the explosive power of ten weapons with in-depth analysis, and count down to what we think is the Ultimate Weapon in its class.
IMDb 6.720096 episodes7+
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Episodes

  1. S1 E1 - Sniper Rifles

    May 26, 2009
    45min
    TV-PG
    Maximum reach makes the Sniper Rifle an Ultimate Weapon. With the accuracy and stopping power to take out small targets a mile away, the military sniper can put demands on the weapon that will achieve amazing results.
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  2. S1 E2 - Shock and Awe

    June 1, 2009
    45min
    TV-PG
    Shock and Awe weapons are designed to make a massive impact and they don't disappoint. These rapid dominance systems overwhelm in the deadliest and most effective ways, physically and psychologically overpowering the enemy.
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  3. S1 E3 - Ultimate Weapons: Robotic Warriors

    June 5, 2009
    45min
    TV-PG
    Robotic Warriors are futuristic unmanned war machines that can even think for themselves - the real Terminators for the 21st century. These intelligent weapon systems combine stealth and autonomy with the power to strike and destroy their targets.
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  4. S1 E4 - Close Quarter Battle

    June 18, 2009
    45min
    TV-PG
    Close Quarters Battle is about engaging the enemy at short range. "Whites of the Eyes" warfare requires weapons that are compact and deadly. Split-second reaction time is vital and the weapon you choose could mean the difference between life and death.
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  5. S1 E5 - Firepower

    June 22, 2009
    45min
    TV-PG
    Firepower highlights some of the world's most powerful man-portable weapons. With iconic status, psychological impact and the power to intimidate, Firepower systems have the military capability to unleash tremendous force on the enemy.
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  6. S1 E6 - Heavy Metal

    June 29, 2009
    45min
    TV-PG
    Heavy Metal roars onto the screen with the Kings of the Battlefield - the tanks and artillery that bring heavy firepower to bear on the enemy. These beasts of war have earned their place as Ultimate Weapons, but which will be the Ultimate heavyweight?
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