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The AH-64 is an Attack Helicopter specializing in the destruction of enemy vehicles and infantry. It appears in a number of games.
As prolific in video games as it is in real life, this iconic Russian workhorse is a mainstay of virtual firepower.
A modified, compact version of the AK-74.
The APC lends protection from small-arms fire to infantry units in transit. An element of 20th and 21st century warfare, it is often depicted in futuristic settings.
Assault Rifle refers to a basic design of a weapon that combines the abilities of older long-range rifles and the rapid fire of sub-machine guns. Common designs include the M-16, M-4, AK47 (and 74), and the L85A1.
Also known as "body armor", ballistic vests are designed to stop various firearm rounds. Commonly worn by soldiers and police. The Nation Institute of Justice rates the protection capability of body from Level I (up to small calibers like .22LR) to Level IV (up to armor-piercing calibers like .30-06 M2)
"It's hard to keep your feet dry when you're kicking in a skull." Unless you've got the right gear, that is.
A shaped explosive device, typically C4, designed for breaching through an obstacle along with downing anyone beyond the door or wall.
C4 is a special type of plastic explosive used in many games.
The Intervention is an American sniper rifle made by CheyTac.
Rifle-like thrower of bolts/arrows. Not to be confused with a bowcaster.
The gameplay successor and chronological predecessor to the Battle Rifle, the Designated Marksman Rifle, Caliber 7.62 mm, M392 (DMR for short), is a mid-to-long range semiautomatic combat rifle featured in Halo: Reach, Halo 4 and Halo 5: Guardians.
The FAMAS is a bullpup assault rifle designed and manufactured in France by MAS (Manufacture d'Armes de Saint Etienne) and fires the NATO 5.56x45mm rounds
A compact PDW built by Fabrique Nationale that is known for its odd shape and large 50 round clip.
Assault Rifle currently in development. The FN SCAR is currently being phased into service with United State Special Forces, where it will replace multiple other weapons. Eventually, it may be slated to replace the current U.S. military main combat rifle, the M16A4.
Camouflage used by snipers in games such as Call of Duty 4 and Battlefield.
Goggles are used to protect the user's eyes.
The G36 is a German 5.56mm assault rifle, disigned in the early 90's by Heckler & Koch and accepted into the German military 1997. It replaced the G3 and was a higher end assault rifle in the popular game Call of Duty 4 Modern Warfare.
Helicopters are flying vehicles, typically with a single large main rotor to maintain lift with a tail rotor to counter rotation induced by this main rotor. They are useful in air to ground combat as well as for quickly inserting and recovering infantry close to the front line.
Whether it's worn for protection or style, helmets appear in various game genres.
The High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV or "Humvee") is a lightly-armored military motor vehicle, primarily used as the workhorse of the United States Armed Forces.
A compound often used in bullet proof vests and other protective clothing.
A knife is a commonly seen object in video games. Usually used for close quarters combat, or as a cutting tool.
The M14 is a powerful rifle that fires 7.62mm NATO ammunition. Introduced in 1957, the M14 saw extensive use as the U.S. Military's Main Combat Rifle for a brief period, and still appears in Military use for specialized roles today.
The M4 Carbine is a popular firearm in video games and a standard infantry weapon for the U.S. military, and many law enforcement agencies.
The M40 is a bolt action sniper rifle used by the US Marines.
A possible attachment for any soldier's standard issue rifle. It is a combat shotgun, intended for breaching rooms and CQB scenarios, most prominently seen on an M16 or M4
The Mk. 14 EBR is a heavily modified M14 that is used by the US Navy.
The latest Russian standard military-issue pistol.
A 9mm submachine gun made by Heckler & Koch, used by many special forces units around the world.
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