Battle Factory

Episode 01

Sniper Rifle & Ka-Bar Knife

Sep 9, 2015

Discover how mortar, bomb suits, the Colt C7 assault rifle and the Zodiac Hurricane are engineered as the tools of warfare come under the spotlight.

Episode 02

Flying Parajet & Hovercraft

Sep 12, 2015

Behind the scenes at military factories, where raw materials become instruments of war. How parajets, hovercraft, camouflage jackets and portable military shelters are manufactured.

Episode 03

Bomb Suit & Assault Rifle

Sep 22, 2015

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.

Episode 04

Swiss Army Knife & Sub-Machine Gun

Sep 22, 2015

Get to know the crucial equipment that can save lives on the frontline. A fascinating look at the making of bomb robots, life rafts and the Viking BvS10 amphibious armoured vehicle.

Episode 05

Cabot Pistol & Camouflage Suit

Sep 22, 2015

Learn about the engineering mastery that goes into making bulletproof helmets, fuel bladders and Zippo lighters. And hear how simulated IEDs help troops prepare for war.

Episode 06

Czech Pistol & Rifle Scope

Sep 23, 2015

Learn about the manufacturing wizardry behind pistols, firetrucks, ghillie suits and armoured fighting vehicles. With troops' lives on the line, there is no margin for error.

Episode 07

F-16 Fighter Jet & Sword

Oct 3, 2015

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.

Episode 08

M-II Machine Gun

Oct 3, 2015

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.

Episode 09

Tank Cannon & Parachute

Oct 7, 2015

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.

Episode 10

Abrams Tank & Jaws of Life

Oct 7, 2015

Discover the incredible manufacturing skill that goes into making cavalry swords and simulated ammunition. Plus, the brainpower that keeps the iconic F-16 fighter jet in the sky.

Episode 11

Bomb Robot & Amphibious Vehicle

Oct 15, 2015

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.

Episode 12

Zippo Lighter & Simulated IED

Oct 15, 2015

Get to know the essential military kit that could mean the difference between life and death, including combat boots, the CZ 75 pistol, unmanned aerial vehicles and the riflescope.

Episode 13

Drone & Armoured Carrier

Oct 21, 2015

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.

Episode 14

Grenade Launcher & Flight Simulator

Oct 21, 2015

This final episode of the military series reveals how Swiss Army knives, sub-machine guns, body armour and laser sights are made. There is no room for error when lives are at stake.