This video details the first night vision goggle (NVG) engagement in military history during Operation Prime Chance. It highlights the extreme tactical challenges of flying MH-6 Little Birds at 30 feet and over 100 MPH through sandstorms in the Persian Gulf. The operation involved boarding Iranian vessels and utilizing flechette rockets, each containing 2,000 darts, showcasing advanced military technology and historical combat tactics.
This video delves into the history and significance of the 9mm Tariq handgun, often referred to as Iraq's national handgun. Due to its scarcity outside of Iraq and limited readily available information, the Tariq is a subject of much intrigue for firearms enthusiasts. The video explores its namesake, variations in production, and its current market presence in Iraq. It also touches upon the poignant detail of "Gift" Tariq handguns presented to families of soldiers lost in the Iran-Iraq War. The description highlights the difficulty collectors face in acquiring these firearms due to export restrictions.
The Tabuk Sniper, produced in Saddam's Iraq based on the Yugoslavian Zastava M76, is chambered in 7.62x39mm and features an RPK-style trunnion and PKM-style muzzle brake. Lacking grenade launcher attachments for improved accuracy, it typically uses 4x24 PSO or Zrak optics with a 1,000-meter rangefinding reticle. Functioning as a squad-level DMR, its effective range is around 600m, often used between 400-500m.
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