Name: X-Machines
Released: 2009-10-02T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Charles Parnell

TV Show · Documentary · Reality

X-Machines is an exciting series about the largest and most technologically advanced machines from around the world. Visually stunning, this series shows how machines work, documenting both the ingenuity of the project management teams, and the skills and expertise of those who operate the machines.

2009 · 44m

Starring Charles Parnell

Director Andrew Barron

EPISODE 1

Episode 1

A look at three more machines, including the world's heaviest roadgoing vehicle transporting a 400 ton electrical transformer across a mountain range.
EPISODE 2

Episode 2

As Germany goes nuclear free, the world's largest mining machine is working to uncover the brown coal the country needs to keep the power on. See it in action.
EPISODE 3

Episode 3

X-Machines' takes a look at the largest and most technologically advanced machines from around the world and finds out what it takes to operate them.
EPISODE 4

Episode 4

The fierce D'Artagnan dredger must deepen the Panama Canal in time to avoid a multi-million dollar traffic jam, and the Sea King chopper is updated for 21st century warfare.
EPISODE 5

Episode 5

The Colussus crew braves oxygen starvation to deliver a 100 ton radio telescope to a mountaintop observatory; and the Jumbo heavy lift ship transports a formidable cargo.
EPISODE 6

Episode 6

How is the crane vessel Hercules putting together a huge oil rig in the middle of the world's busiest harbour? Plus, witness the Roadheader tunnelling between Croatia and Italy.