Combat Countdown
Series showcases the biggest and best war machines on battlefields around the globe, traveling the world to see the elite technology from the land, sea and air and meet the brave soldiers who operate them every day.
- 2012-2013
- 1 season
- Military Channel
- Documentary
Series showcases the biggest and best war machines on battlefields around the globe, traveling the world to see the elite technology from the land, sea and air and meet the brave soldiers who operate them every day.
Season 1 Episode Guide
12 Episodes 2012 - 2013
Episode 1
Need for Speed
Wed, Oct 17, 2012 45 mins
On the battlefield, speed can be the difference between life and death. In this episode of Combat Countdown, we showcase the best speed machines the world's military forces have to offer.
Episode 2
Ultimate Firepower
Wed, Oct 24, 2012 45 mins
In battle, the ultimate test for any war machine is the battleground itself. Weapon systems that can handle any terrain put you one step ahead of the enemy. We're counting down the top ten all-terrain war machines across every class of weapon system.
Episode 3
The Indestructibles
Wed, Oct 31, 2012 45 mins
When it comes to military hardware, tough is what keeps you alive. In this episode of Combat Countdown, we showcase the toughest military hardware on the planet.
Episode 4
Maximum Horsepower
Wed, Nov 7, 2012 45 mins
Whether the battle is fought on land, sea or air there is one thing that every war machine needs.Power. Dogfighting at 50,000 feet, or lifting massive loads, horsepower is the decisive factor.
Episode 5
Super Sensors
Wed, Nov 14, 2012 45 mins
Whether the battle is fought on land, sea or in the air, there's nothing more fundamental than seeing the enemy before they see you. In offense or defence, getting information fast is what wins wars.
Episode 6
Surprise Attack
Wed, Nov 21, 2012 45 mins
Whether the fight is on land, sea or in the air, one factor can be totally decisive. Surprise. Getting the drop on your opponent can win the fight before it's begun. We're counting down the top ten stealthiest war machines across every class of weapon.
Episode 7
Heavy Haulers
Wed, Nov 28, 2012 45 mins
In war, getting, machines men and munitions to the battle-zone is half the fight Power.Wherever the battle is fought, machines that can haul massive loads are critical to success.
Episode 8
Ultimate ATV
Wed, Dec 5, 2012 44 mins
In battle, the ultimate test for any war machine is the battleground itself. Weapon systems that can handle any terrain put you one step ahead of the enemy. We're counting down the top ten all-terrain war machines across every class of weapon system.
Episode 9
Long-Range Strikers
Wed, Dec 12, 2012 45 mins
In every theatre of war, long-range weaponry gives you the ability to reach out and touch your opponent while staying out of harm's way.It's a critical edge that can be the difference between victory and defeat. We're analysing the greatest long range
Episode 10
Game Changers
Wed, Dec 19, 2012 45 mins
In modern warfare, the side with the most advanced military hardware has a massive advantage.Having a technological edge can be the difference between victory and defeat. We're counting down the top ten most revolutionary war machines.
Episode 11
Weapons of Fear
Wed, Dec 26, 2012 45 mins
In battle, fear will break an army faster than any amount of firepower. The world's most intimidating war machines terrify the enemy because they're unstoppable, undetectable or with sheer destructive potential.
Episode 12
Surgical Strikers
Wed, Jan 2, 2013 45 mins
The ability to deploy precision strike weapons has completely changed the nature of war. Advances in weapon technology have made it possible to send a missile through a specific window of a building from a thousand miles away.