Videos tagged with Russian Arms

The U.S. Department of Justice, in conjunction with the U.S. Navy, seized two ships carrying a significant cache of weapons. The seizure was a result of enforcing the embargo against Iran. The cargo included 700,000 rounds of ammunition, 9,000 AK-style rifles, 352 machine guns, and anti-tank missiles, all reportedly manufactured in Russia, China, or Iran and destined for "freedom fighters" in Yemen.

This Q&A with Max Popenker delves into the history and specifics of Russian and Soviet small arms. Key topics include the rarity of Colt 1911s from Russian contracts, SVD accuracy standards and PSO-1 scope calibration, the evolution of AK rifles and the 5.45mm cartridge, and the vast production of WWII SMGs like the PPSh-41. Modern developments like the AK-12/15 and specialized 9x39mm weapons are also discussed, alongside the enduring legacy of cartridges like 7.62x54R.