THE GULF WAR: The Battle Front : GIANT VIPER
The Giant Viper, a British-made mine-clearing device, is designed to help allied troops cross Iraqi fortifications during a land assault. The device has never been tested in war.
How is works:
1. The Viper uses rockets to launch a 700-foot hose filled with plastic explosives over enemy minefields.
2. When the hose lands the charge is detonated, setting off the mines.
3. If the Viper works according to design, a 20-foot wide path is cleared, allowing soldiers and vehicles to pass through.
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