Made for a combined Airsoft and Paintball Beach Assault skirmish to be held in Bangkok in July 2008
1:1 stand off scale Ma Deuce that fires paintballs via a full auto capable paintball marker that has been modified to fit inside the body of the gun. A full scale replica that is in distinguishable from a real Browning M2 is also under construction - plans to follow in Apr 09
The outer barrel is made from aluminium tubing and the body from 3mm sheet aluminum with GRP 10mm sheet for the top and bottom to add a little weight.
Very simple riveted construction with PVC pipe fittings for some of the round stock and a welded steel tripod made from reclaimed steel tubing
Please click on the links below for the plans of the tripod and the gun
The project calls for two identical .50 cal heavy machine guns so the build will take a little time but will be finished before July 2008.
The plans on this page will be updated as the project proceeds and more build details and photographs will be posted as soon as time permits. - Continued below.
There will be some video of the guns firing available for download once the project is completed.
This project is not complete - please check for updates each week
See the Replica Browning .50 caliber Machine Gun Plans below
Free Copy of FM23-65, the Field Manual for the Browning .50 Caliber HB, M2 - not a scanned copy, the PDF is the Genuine Manual with Full Text with Color Photographs - free with Plans below
Click to view the First Test video firing Paint balls in Semi Auto Mode
Click to view Test Video2 Firing Full Auto (dry firing )
This is the most detailed and easy to follow plan to build a replica M2 available on the web - video at bottom of this page.
Full Size A1 Sheets in PDF format - able to print and use as templates to cut/machine parts - Measure dimensions of the full size plan with the Measure Tool in Acrobat Reader software.
This plan is for a 1:1 replica of a Browning M2 50 Caliber Machine Gun - Build a near perfect copy of the M2 - (with no internal parts it is not able to fire) The finished size and weight of the Machine Gun are very close to the real live firing Browning M2 .50 caliber Machine gun.
The ideal plan for building a replica M2 for military vehicles, reenactments other applications where a real M2 is not acceptable.
All dimensions and materials are specified and easily fabricated by anyone with basic metal working skills - the plan does involve welding and cutting a fair amount 5mm steel plate - not a job for a hacksaw - no need to scale unmarked dimensions, all drawings are full size and can be opened with any CNC software or AutoCad - Measure tool has be enabled in Adobe Reader Software.
These plans are now complete - at this time they are available as a free full size pdf (A1 sheets) containing four sheets with the purchase of the Semi Scale Plans
The A1 PDF files are vector graphics not JPG so you can import the drawings into most CAD packages or CNC software without the need to convert from raster graphics.
All plans are full size - this enables unmarked dimensions to be measured using the Measure Tool in Adobe Reader software
This is located in the Tools Menu on the Adobe Reader Software menu bar
Quick Links - Click on the links below or scroll down the page to get to the plans
Barrett M82 A3 .50 Caliber Rifle Airsoft Sniper Rifle and Replica
Thompson M1A1 .45 caliber Sub Machine Gun Replica Plans
Potato Cannon - Free Plans
Semi Scale Paintball Browning M2 .50 caliber Machine Gun and Plans
Full Scale Replica Browning Machine Gun .50 Caliber HB, M2 Plans
Full Scale Replica Sterling Sub Machine Gun 9mm L2A3
Colt .45 Double Action Revolver 1909 Model
A full scale 1:1 replica of the MK4 Sterling 9mm Sub Machine Gun (Sterling SMG) - full scale plans and receiver template download
The plan set includes a free copy of the 24 page User Manual for the Sterling SMG Mk4 L2A3 printed by the Sterling Armaments Company in PDF format and all relevant build photographs to produce a 1:1 full scale replica of the Sterling SMG.
The plans set uses the original Receiver Template for the Sterling SMG which is included in the plan set.
All plans are full size and consist of 12 Pages of A2, A3 and A4 sized plans to make a 1:1 Scale replica of the 9mm Sterling SMG - Dimensioning direct from Adobe Reader Software has been enables in all plans.
The Replica can have an AEG Gearbox and barrel fitted to make a Sterling SMG Electric Airsoft Gun - See video below
Please click here to go to the for Sale Page to Download the Stirling SMG Plans Set
Plans to build a full scale replica of the Barrett M82 .50 Cal Rifle. The plans include guides, photographs and template patterns to make a fully functional Airsoft Barrett M82 using a donor AEG (M16 or M4)
The plan set consists of 10 sheets of plans - A0, A1, A3 sized sheet in Adobe PDF format and Build Photographs to guide the production of the replica .50 caliber sniper rifle
Note that this Replica Barrett M82 in the Airsoft AEG or in the Replica format will under no circumstances chamber or fire live ammunition.
Construction material of the main body is 2mm or 3mm alunimium sheet - the plans include templates to pre-groove or route bending guides to ensure that the home builder can achieve accurate bending to form the body without sheet metal working tools and presses.
All plans are full size - this enables unmarked dimensions to be measured using the Measure Tool in Adobe Reader software. This is located in the Tools Menu on the Adobe Reader Software menu bar
The the marking out and cutting templates included in the plans are full size - print out and use. Large sheets can be printed out at a Print Shop or stitched from A4 sheets printed on a home printer.
The Plans Set for the Barrett M82 A3 is designed for the home builder and does not require specialist tools - the project does not need any welding, lathes or milling machines, however basic hobby tools such as a drill press and hand held power tools.
The plans Set includes a full sized reference photograph of the M82 and a free copy of the Barrett M82 User Manual for reference while making the replica.
Home build Barrett M82A3 .50 Caliber Sniper Rifle - No welding, no specialist tools - Designed for the home workshop.
Plans to build a full scale replica of the Thompson M1A1 .45 cal Sub Machine Gun. The plans include templates, photographs and dimensioned plans in autocad quality to make a realistic 1:1 full scale Thompson M1A1
The plan set consists of 10 sheets of plans - A0, A1, A3 sized sheet in Adobe PDF format and Reference Photographs to guide the production of the replica .45 caliber Sub Machine Gun
The replica is non firing and will not fire blanks or chamber rounds.
The plans set includes 10 full sized plans on A0, A1 and A3 sized pages. Measurements can be taken direct from the drawings - no scaling required - with the measure tool which has been activated in the Adobe software.
The Plans include templates to avoid marking out errors and make for a simple straight forward build.
Basic metal working and some woodworking skills are required to complete this project and there is some welding to be done on the receiver.
Plan Download is available Here
Plans to build a non-firing 1:1 scale replica of the famous Army Issue Colt .45 Double Action Revolver from 1909.
The plans set includes:
10 Pages of A3 Full Sized Plans - no scaling required and full sized templates are provided or cutting parts.
1 Full size Auto Cad Parts File containing all the parts for those who wish to cut the parts on a CNC machine.
25 Pages of Build Photographs and Links to reference photographs of the Colt DA Revolver.
A copy of the US Ordnance Department Document "Description Of Colt's Double-Action Revolver, Caliber .45." with full spec and details of the revolver.
The Colt .45 DA revolver is 10.8 inches long and 2 pounds 7 ounces in weight. The barrel is 5.5 inch in length and bore diameter of 0.455 inch.
The replica is non firing and designed as a display item although it can be used as a prop or for milsim use. The barrel is only bored out for half its length to avoid legal problems.
To keep within laws in various areas, the replica cylinder is designed so as not to be able to chamber rounds although dummy rounds can be inserted for a realistic effect.
The plans set is in PDF format and sent as an email attachment after purchase. The full size plans can be printed on a home A3 printer or taken to a local print shop.

Plans to build a 1:1 scale replica of the German World War 2 machine gun known as the MG42 or Maschinengewehr 42 (Machine Gun 42)
The plans set includes 14 full sized plans on A1, A2 and A3 sized pages. Measurements can be taken direct from the drawings - no scaling required - with the measure tool which has been activated in the Adobe software.
The Plans include templates to avoid marking out errors and make for a simple straight forward build.
Basic metal working and some woodworking skills are required to complete this project and there is some welding to be done on the receiver and Barrel Shroud.
The MG 42 Handbook in English is included free in the plans package and is an invaluable reference guide for the finer details of the MG 42 Machine Gun.
A 72 page photograph album of build pictures is also included in the plan set and full scale 1:1 sized 4 view Reference Drawing on A0 sized PDF
The replica is non firing and will not fire blanks or chamber rounds.
Included with the plan set is a free set of plans to make a MG34 and MG42 Transit Chest to complement your replica MG 42

Plans to build a 1:1 scale replica of the Browning 30 Caliber machine gun
The plans set includes 8 pages of full sized plans on A0,A1, and 6 sheets of A2 sized pages. Measurements can be taken direct from the drawings - no scaling required - with the measure tool which has been included in the Adobe software.
The Plan Set includes full sized templates in Vector Graphics format (compatible with popular CNC and CAM Software) to avoid marking out errors and make for a simple straight forward build.
Basic metal working and home workshop equipment is required to complete this project and there is some welding to be done on the receiver and Barrel Shroud if you chose to make the replica from Steel..
The Browning 1919 and 1917 Handbook and Illustrated Parts manuals in English are included free in the plans package and is an invaluable reference guide for the finer details of the Browning Machine Gun.
A 43 page photograph album of build pictures is also included in the plan set and both the Pistol Grip and Spade Grip modification are covered by the plans
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Plans to build a Pneumatic Multi pump Air Rifle. in Adobe PDF and AutoCAD DXF format.
The plans set includes 11 pages of full sized plans on A1, A2 (2 sheets) and 8 sheets of A3 sized pages. Parts are fully dimensioned for construction of the air rifle in the home workshop.
Measurements can also be taken direct from the drawings - no scaling required - with the measure tool which has been included in the Adobe software and unrestricted Autocad drawings.
This project will produce a multi-pump pre charged pneumatic air rifle that will produce a muzzle energy of just less than 12ft lbs (non firearms certificate legal limit in several countries)
Please check with local laws before constructing the air gun from these plans - John-Tom.com is not responsible if you use the plans to make an overpowered rifle which requires firearms certification.
The plans require a donor barrel and stock - these items are not deemed as suitable for home building due to the specialist tooling required.

The construction of the air rifle with these plans is considered an intermediate project, not recommended for the beginner. Some model engineering or workshop experience with the usual home workshop tools and machinery will be required to make this project.
It is stressed that local laws be checked before starting this project.

Plans to build a 1:1 scale replica of the Vickers .30 Caliber machine gun and tripod mount.
The plans set includes 12 pages of full sized plans on A2 (7 sheets) ,and A3 (5 sheets) of full sized sized parts templates. As the plans are full size, measurements can be taken direct from the drawings - no scaling required - with the measure tool which has been included in the Adobe software.
The Plan Set includes full sized templates in Vector Graphics format (compatible with popular CNC and CAM Software) to avoid marking out errors and make for a simple straight forward build.
Basic metal working and home workshop equipment is required to complete this project and there is some welding to be done on the receiver, Barrel Shroud and Tripod Base if you chose to make the replica from Steel..

The Vickers Illustrated Parts manuals in English are included free in the plans package and is an invaluable reference guide for the finer details of the Vickers Machine Gun.
A 52 page photograph album with over 100 build pictures is also included in the plan set.
The plans set also includes a reference photograph document with 3 view photographs of the receiver.
Printing guide and Unit Conversion guide is also included in the plan set.

A free set of plans for a Potato Launcher designed by Christopher Vasconcelos
Potato Launcher Plans are in a 4 page document in PDF format with full instructions - 150 kb in size