Goliath (World War II Robot)
TLDRThe video script details the Goliath, a unique German weapon from World War II, which was a remotely controlled explosive vehicle used for demolishing tanks, barricades, and bunkers. Initially a French concept, the Germans developed the Goliath after acquiring a prototype in 1940. The SdKfz 302, also known as the Goliath, was a heavy remote-controlled vehicle weighing 370 kg and capable of carrying 60 kg of explosives. It was powered by electric motors and had a range of 1.5 km on flat roads. An improved version, the SdKfz 303, featured an internal combustion engine for increased range and capacity. Despite the development of over 7,560 units, the Goliath saw limited action due to its vulnerability and immobility. Notably used during the Warsaw Uprising, the Goliath was eventually replaced by the more advanced Springer vehicle. The video also promotes the free-to-play online game War Thunder, where players can control a variety of military vehicles in realistic battles.
Takeaways
- 🎮 **Sponsorship Acknowledgement**: The video is sponsored by War Thunder, a free-to-play online game.
- 🚜 **Historical Context**: The Goliath was a German World War II weapon, a remote-controlled demolition vehicle.
- 🇫🇷 **Origin of the Idea**: The initial concept for the Goliath was French, dating back to the First World War.
- 🔄 **German Adaptation**: After the conquest of France, Germany adopted the design and ordered production from the Carl FW Borg company.
- 🏗️ **Specifications**: The Goliath was capable of carrying at least 50 kg of explosives and was equipped with electric motors for movement.
- 🔋 **Power and Control**: It used electric motors and a control cable with three wires for operation and detonation.
- 🔍 **Dimensions and Weight**: The vehicle had specific dimensions and weighed 370 kg, with later models carrying more explosives.
- 🚀 **Engine Development**: An internal combustion engine was later introduced to improve production costs and range.
- 💣 **Explosive Capacity**: The Goliath could carry up to 100 kg of explosives in its improved versions.
- ⛓ **Vulnerability**: The vehicle's control cable was a significant weakness, easily destroyed in combat.
- 🛠️ **Usage and Limitations**: Limited deployment due to vulnerability and weight, with one known use during the Warsaw Uprising.
- 🔧 **Replacement**: The Goliath was eventually replaced by the more advanced Springer vehicle towards the end of the war.
- 🎁 **War Thunder Promotion**: The video offers a link for viewers to register and receive a free premium tank or aircraft and additional benefits.
Q & A
What was the Goliath used for during World War 2?
-The Goliath was a remote-controlled vehicle used by German engineers for the demolition of tanks, barricades, bunkers, and other fortified positions.
Where did the initial idea for the Goliath come from?
-The initial idea for the Goliath was not originally German but French, with the French developing the device since the First World War.
Which company was ordered to build a similar vehicle to the Goliath?
-The German army ordered the Carl FW Borg company to build a similar vehicle after they were interested in the design.
What were the basic requirements for the Goliath vehicle?
-The ordered vehicle had to be remotely operated and be able to carry at least 50 kilograms of explosives.
When was the first prototype of the Goliath presented?
-The first prototype of the Goliath was presented at the beginning of 1942.
What was the designated name for the Goliath in the German army?
-The German army designated the vehicle as the SdKfz 302, a light charge carrier, also known as the laden Strega.
What were the dimensions and weight of the Goliath?
-The Goliath was 1.5 meters long, 0.85 meters wide, 0.56 meters high, and weighed 370 kilograms.
What was the maximum speed and range of the Goliath?
-The Goliath had a speed of 10 km/h and a range of 1.5 kilometers on a flat road and 800 meters on uneven terrain.
What was the purpose of the control cable in the Goliath?
-The control cable, with three twisted wires, was used to control the tracks and to detonate the explosive charge.
What was the improved version of the Goliath called?
-The improved version of the Goliath was called the SdKfz 303 or Goliath 671, which had an internal combustion engine and could carry more explosives.
Why were Goliaths not frequently used during the war?
-Goliaths were not frequently used due to their vulnerability, the ease with which their control cable could be destroyed, and their weight, which made them difficult to transport.
What was the Goliath replaced with at the end of the war?
-The Goliath was replaced by the more advanced Springer vehicle at the end of the war.
How can one register and get a free premium tank or aircraft in War Thunder?
-To register and get a free premium tank or aircraft in War Thunder, one can use the link provided in the video description.
Outlines
🎮 War Thunder Sponsorship and Goliath History
This paragraph introduces the video's sponsor, War Thunder, a free-to-play online game, and delves into the history of the Goliath, a German World War II remote-controlled demolition vehicle. The Goliath was designed to carry an explosive charge for destroying tanks, barricades, bunkers, and other fortified positions. The concept was originally French, but the Germans adapted it after discovering a prototype in 1940. The vehicle was produced by the Carl FW Borg company and was designated as the SdKfz 302, capable of carrying 50 kg of explosives. An improved version, the SdKfz 303, was later developed with an internal combustion engine for a longer range. Despite the production of 7560 units, the Goliath saw limited action due to its vulnerability and weight. It was used during the Warsaw Uprising to destroy barricades and was eventually replaced by the more advanced Springer vehicle. The video also promotes War Thunder as a game featuring a variety of aircraft, tanks, and ships for players to engage in large-scale battles.
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Keywords
💡War Thunder
💡Goliath
💡SDK FC 3:02 and 3:03
💡Remote-Controlled Vehicle
💡Explosive Charge
💡Destruction of Tanks
💡Prototype
💡SdKfz 302
💡Electric Motors
💡Control Cable
💡Vulnerability
💡Warsaw Uprising
Highlights
The Goliath was a remote-controlled vehicle with an explosive charge used for the demolition of tanks, barricades, bunkers, and other fortified positions.
The initial idea for the Goliath was not German but French, with development dating back to the First World War.
After the Germans conquered France in 1940, they acquired a prototype demolition vehicle designed by Adolf Chaos.
The German army ordered the Carl FW Borg company to build a similar vehicle to the French prototype.
The vehicle had to be remotely operated and capable of carrying at least 50 kilograms of explosives.
The first prototype was presented by Borg at the beginning of 1942 and production began in April 1942.
The SdKfz 302 was designated as a light charge carrier and was also known as the Laden Strega.
The heavy remotely controlled vehicle weighed 370 kilograms and was operated by two Bosch 2.5 kilowatt electric motors.
The vehicle had a speed of 10 km/h and a range of 1.5 kilometers on flat roads, and 800 meters on uneven terrain.
The Goliath carried a 60-kilogram explosive charge in the front, with electric motors and a control coil housed in the rear.
The control cable, with three twisted wires, was used for track control and to detonate the charge.
The Goliath was better known as the SdKfz 302/3 or more famously, the Goliath.
An improved version, the SdKfz 303 or Goliath 671, was developed with an internal combustion engine for cheaper production and greater range.
The SdKfz 303 B or Goliath 670 was capable of carrying 100 kilograms of explosives and had a total weight of 470 kilograms.
During the war, the Germans produced 7560 Goliaths, but not many saw action due to their vulnerability.
The Goliath's 5-millimeter armor was easily penetrated by infantry weapons, and its control cable was easily destroyed in battle.
Their heavy weight made Goliaths difficult to transport, limiting their use on the battlefield.
One of the rare records of Goliath use was during the Warsaw Uprising in 1944, where it was used to destroy street barricades.
The Goliath was eventually replaced by the more advanced Springer vehicle by the end of the war.
War Thunder is a free-to-play military online game featuring over 1,000 realistic aircraft, tanks, and ships.
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