Bright Sword: From Border Region Manufacturing to Major National Heavy Industry

Chapter 120 The brigade commander roared: Li Yunlong, you son of a bitch, you still know how to come back!

When asked by the brigade commander and Lao Zhou, Li Muzhi replied, "Gentlemen, the road is made step by step, and the food is eaten bite by bite."

The Hellfire cannon is incredibly powerful, but why doesn't the US military equip itself with it, instead opting to use its own standard weapons?
The reason is simple: the Hellfire cannon's performance on the battlefield still cannot compare to that of standard weapons.

The standard weapons are sophisticated and powerful, and their manufacturing process is not simple, often representing the highest level of industrial development in the country.

For example!

For example, the AK47, the king of guns, has been produced in over 100 million units. It has a simple structure and reliable performance.

Whether in a humid tropical rainforest, a scorching desert with sandstorms, or a snow-covered hilly wasteland, this gun has remarkable combat effectiveness.

This gun looks simple, but it actually represents the highest level of industrial technology in the Soviet Union at the time. Many countries wanted to make it but couldn't, and could only make imitations.

After the founding of our country, we couldn't even develop the AK47, so we could only copy the Type 56 assault rifle.

As for whether the Type 56's performance is superior to the AK-47, we won't discuss that here.

In short, the Hell Cannon was a substitute for artillery that they had no other choice but to develop.

If it were possible to manufacture standard artillery, Li Muzhi would definitely be willing.

The brigade commander and Lao Zhou were both stunned by Li Muzhi's answer: "Little Li, you're not kidding, are you? You can smelt iron, but you can't make cannons?"

Even if the arsenal doesn't have the facilities to smelt iron, you can still produce the Hell Cannon.

Now that you can smelt steel, you can't manufacture it anymore?
“There’s no cannon barrel,” Li Muzhi replied.

The most difficult part of building a cannon is the barrel.

The reason we were able to build the Hell Cannon before was because we had large-caliber steel pipes.

Although we can smelt iron now, we lack the relevant equipment and machinery, so the quality of the large-diameter steel pipes we produce is not good.

Although we can bypass the huge chamber pressure, why do people in the Middle East not use plastic or wooden pipes, but insist on using our sewer pipes?
Don't be fooled by the fact that we call this a sewer pipe; it represents the advanced level of our industry.

The brigade commander and Lao Zhou were both stunned when they heard this.

Cannon barrels aren't so easy to get.

"Don't be discouraged, you two. I believe in your abilities. As long as we can seize more equipment, I believe that building cannons will be just around the corner," Li Muzhi encouraged.

In Li Muzhi's vision, there was actually another type of artillery that could be fired without a barrel. This was our 107mm rocket, which was known as the "guerrilla weapon"!
The 107mm rocket has no launch tube or launcher; it can be launched from a hole dug in the ground, emphasizing its simplicity and ease of use.

Even without batteries, it can be ignited and launched with a match.

Whether it's the main force or guerrilla units, carrying artillery shells allows for rapid movement on the battlefield.

With limited ammunition, they would fire one shot and run, primarily employing guerrilla tactics.

If we have plenty of shells, we'll provide firepower coverage.

With the power source secured, the border region's arsenal could now manufacture artillery shells and smelt iron. On the surface, it seemed that the 107mm rocket could also be produced.

Actually, that's not the case. Although the 107mm rocket is cheap and easy to use, it's the same principle as the AK47. It looks simple, but it's not easy to make. It requires a certain industrial base.

The current border region arsenals are still inadequate in terms of infrastructure.

"Gao Liujin, you son of a bitch, did you hear that?!" Old Zhou immediately roared at Gao Liujin, "Hurry up and get me some cannon barrels."

"Yes," Gao Liujin responded loudly from the side, laughing, "If I could get my hands on a cannon barrel, I might accidentally..."

He had tasted the Hell Cannon and was so fond of it that he wished the border arsenal could produce more so that they could eventually build a heavy artillery battalion.

"If you're so capable, try using the division headquarters as bait again by accident," Old Zhou cursed.

"Hehe, I wouldn't dare, I wouldn't dare, how could I dare?" Gao Liujin glanced at the brigade commander beside him and cautiously shrank his neck.

Back then, Gao Liujin used the division headquarters as bait and almost got beaten to death by the brigade commander.

Old Zhou turned to look at the brigade commander and said, "Old Chen, how about this? Let's not argue about the proportion of this batch of ironworks, let's compare them instead, okay?"

"How do we compare?" the brigade commander asked.

“It’s very simple. We’ll see who gets the large-caliber cannon barrels to the arsenal first. Whoever does it first gets 70% of the commission, and whoever falls behind gets 30%. What do you think?” Old Zhou asked.

"Is there even a question? We're definitely the ones who can do it," the brigade commander said confidently.

Although Gao Liujin was daring, Li Yunlong was no less so.

Most importantly, we also added Ding Wei to Li Yunlong's side.

With these two, what are we afraid of losing?

"Alright, let's settle on that then." Old Zhou made the decision, no longer bothering to argue with the brigade commander. He turned to Li Muzhi and Zhang Wanhe, "Gentlemen, you've inspected the equipment at the ironworks, right? Is there no problem? So, how many shells can we get?"

Before Li Muzhi could speak, Zhang Wanhe spoke first: "Gentlemen, didn't you want to have a competition? Why don't we discuss the cannonballs after you've finished your competition?"

"You old Zhang, you're too stingy! Judging from your attitude, are you not planning to give us any ammunition today?" Old Zhou immediately cursed.

"No, no, we're just waiting for your results..." Zhang Wanhe didn't finish his sentence.

The brigade commander interrupted, "Old Zhang, shut up, you tightwad. Let Xiao Li handle this."

The brigade commander understood Zhang Wanhe's intentions perfectly well. "If you hoard these shells in the warehouse, how are they going to produce any more shells?"
"Gentlemen, the batch of ironworks equipment you brought back is extremely important to the arsenal. Regardless of who wins or loses, you two can each get at least 30%. How about this, we'll give you both 30% first, which means 30 shells each. As for the remaining 40 shells, whoever brings the large-caliber steel pipes first will get the remaining 40 shells. What do you think?" Li Muzhi said with a smile.

The brigade commander and Lao Zhou were both very satisfied to be able to get thirty shells first.

Two sets of thirty rounds plus one set of forty rounds, and this ironworks is worth a hundred shells, which is acceptable to both of them.

Old Zhou immediately nodded: "Okay, no problem, then give me thirty rounds first."

The brigade commander nodded in agreement: "Xiao Li is fair in handling things, unlike Lao Zhang, who is always thinking about cutting corners."

"Haha." Zhang Wanhe laughed awkwardly from the side: "Where did I skimp? It's not like I didn't give you any."

Zhang Wanhe thought to himself: Little Li is really something. With just a few words, he managed to reserve forty shells.

Is our old Zhang the kind of person who saves up for future generations?

We must reserve ammunition for our logistics.

If the combat troops below ever need artillery shells in an emergency, we have to provide them. Otherwise, wouldn't that cause a delay?

At this critical juncture, Li Yunlong and Ding Wei returned.

Zhang Wanhe had the sharpest eyes. When he saw that Ding Wei and Li Yunlong's troops were also carrying equipment, he quickly said to Li Muzhi, "Little Li, look, look! It seems that Commander Li has made a fortune. Let's go and see what equipment they brought back."

Li Muzhi looked over and was still somewhat surprised.

Li Yunlong is really quite capable.

They brought back an ironworks, and now they're bringing back other equipment?
It seems that sending Li Yunlong to steal things for us was the right decision.

Watching Li Yunlong return laden with spoils, the brigade commander couldn't help but say, "Did Li Yunlong swallow the bait back with his own blood?"

"What kind of bait?" Old Zhou asked enviously from the side.

Although it is still unknown what kind of equipment Li Yunlong brought back, it is indeed equipment.

Li Yunlong is really capable.

First, he partnered with Gao Liujin to set up an ironworks, and then Gao Liujin brought back the equipment on his own.

When the Japanese invaded and the troops were reorganized, why didn't Old Chen give Li Yunlong to them, but instead gave Gao Liujin to him?

Gao Liujin looked skeptical: "That bastard Li Yunlong, he must have gone somewhere to steal someone else's food again."

Gao Liujin was filled with frustration and despair.

Li Yunlong is moving too fast; we can't keep up with him.

"The Japanese military police used a batch of equipment capable of manufacturing bullets to lure our brigade in," the brigade commander explained.

what!
Equipment capable of manufacturing bullets?!

Not only were Lao Zhou and Gao Liujin shocked, but Zhang Wanhe and Li Muzhi were also taken aback!
bullet!

This is the most basic ammunition in war.

Although artillery and aircraft are indispensable!

But every battle requires bullets.

It's unbelievable that Li Yunlong managed to bring back equipment capable of manufacturing bullets.

What kind of stupid Japanese devils would be foolish enough to use such a treasure as bait? That's incredibly stupid!
The brigade commander found great satisfaction in the shock of those around him.

Li Yunlong has really made himself look good again.

Of course, outwardly, the brigade commander still yelled at Li Yunlong: "Li Yunlong, you son of a bitch, you still know how to come back? I told you to clear the road for the transport team, and you ran away again. Look at what you've been doing! First you were messing around with Gao Liujin, and then you instigated Chu Yunfei to fight the Japanese. You're not happy unless you cause me some trouble!"

"Brigade Commander, tell me, wasn't I doing a great job for you?" Li Yunlong approached the brigade commander with a smile, then directly presented the equipment to the brigade commander's mouth, saying, "Brigade Commander, this is equipment that can make bullets, you should let Brother Li take a look."

As expected, the brigade commander's attention was diverted by Li Yunlong. The brigade commander quickly looked at Li Muzhi beside him and said, "Little Li, quickly take a look and see if it is equipment for making bullets."

Immediately afterwards, the brigade commander added, "If it weren't for the bullet-making equipment, I'd beat you up, Li Yunlong."

"Don't worry, Brigade Commander, I guarantee this isn't a lie. This is definitely equipment for making bullets." Li Yunlong wasn't worried at all and moved closer to Li Muzhi, saying, "Brother Li, you should take a closer look."

"Don't worry, Commander Li," Li Muzhi said to Li Yunlong, then began to carefully inspect the equipment.

Zhang Wanhe helped lift the cloth like an assistant, his smile as bright as the spring sun.

What a day it is today! Good things keep happening to our logistics department, one after another, hahaha.

Gao Liujin leaned close to Li Yunlong with a sour tone and asked, "Li Yunlong, who did you steal this time?"

Li Yunlong, that rascal, used his brigade commander to salvage the ironworks, and Gao Liujin was no longer mentioned. Fortunately, Lao Zhou arrived in time.

If we can get our hands on large-diameter steel pipes ahead of time, we can still turn the tide.

However, Li Yunlong actually managed to bring back equipment that could make bullets, which greatly shocked Gao Liujin.

This time, the gap is quite large.

"Of course it was stealing from the Japanese," Li Yunlong said sarcastically to Gao Liujin. "I'm not like some people who only steal from their own people."

Gao Liujin roared in fury: "Li Yunlong, what nonsense are you spouting, you son of a bitch? It was clearly you, you bastard, who stole from me! On the grass, you..."

Gao Liujin immediately shut up after saying this.

Why would someone expose their own scandal?

Ding Wei laughed from the side, "Gao Liujin, a real man can bend and stretch. Continue what you have to say."

"Haha, Gao Liujin, what do you say?" Li Yunlong laughed heartily. Old Ding's words were quite sharp.

If you don't expose your own scandals, you're not a real man.

"Hmph, I'm not stupid..." Gao Liujin retorted, his neck thick and his face flushed.

Faced with the combined pressure from those two bastards, Li Yunlong and Ding Wei, we couldn't win the argument, nor could we match their combat achievements. It was infuriating!

Suddenly, Zhang Wanhe exclaimed in an exaggerated tone, "Xiao Li, take another look! Take another look! Is it really missing a key component?"
The equipment is missing critical components!

Zhang Wanhe's words immediately drew everyone's attention.

This is equipment that can make bullets.

If there are no key components, wouldn't that be disastrous?

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