Videos tagged with Soviet Army

This episode of Moondog TMI Live features a conversation with Alex Sosnovski, a former Soviet Army NCO, discussing his experiences growing up in the USSR. The video is sponsored by Aura.com for data protection and Venice.ai for private AI services. It also promotes Moondog Industries' various social media channels and includes production notes about the filming and editing process. The disclaimer emphasizes that the content is for educational and entertainment purposes only and advises against attempting any demonstrations without proper supervision.

This video delves into the fascinating history, design, and enduring legacy of the AK-47. It explores its origins following WWII, its creator Mikhail Kalashnikov, and the rifle's unparalleled reliability and widespread adoption by military forces, rebels, and freedom fighters globally. Highlighting its status as the most produced assault rifle, the video touches on its cultural significance and continued demand despite newer models. The content aims to be more than a technical review, presenting the AK-47 as a symbol of resistance and revolution.

This review tests the practical accuracy of a Mosin Nagant M91/30 PU Sniper rifle out to 800 yards. Despite its 'garbage rod' reputation, the rifle, equipped with a modern reproduction PU scope and hand-loaded ammunition, demonstrated impressive performance. Key factors contributing to its success included a counter-bored muzzle and DIY modifications like a shimmed barrel and a modified bolt for the optic mount.

This video provides a detailed look at the 2K12 Kub (SA-6 Gainful) surface-to-air missile seeker unit, specifically the 1SB4 model. It highlights the mechanical rotation and radar dish elevation capabilities, showcasing the complex engineering of Soviet Cold War-era guidance systems. The demonstration reveals internal circuitry and components, offering insights into the technology used for tracking targets at various altitudes and angles.

This 'From the Vault' episode by Brownells details the Russian Makarov PM pistol, adopted in 1949 to replace older Soviet sidearms. It highlights the Makarov's design, heavily influenced by the Walther PP, and its use of the distinct 9x18mm cartridge. The review covers its simple straight blowback operation, DA/SA trigger, decocker, and field stripping process, noting its long service life until 2003.

This video features a discussion with a former Soviet Army NCO and Olympic-level Bullseye shooter, Sasha. The conversation covers topics such as biathlon shooting, the unique aspects of .22LR barrel seasoning, and the distinctions between sporting and military sniper rifles. The video also includes a comparison of Soviet-era optics with modern alternatives and references a previous discussion with a USMC Scout Sniper. The content aims to provide insights from an experienced shooter with a background in a different military and competitive shooting discipline.

This review tests the practical accuracy of a Mosin Nagant M91/30 PU Sniper rifle at 500 yards. While the rifle itself proved capable, especially when using iron sights at longer distances, the original 3.5x PU scope presented significant challenges with holding zero. The test highlights how vintage optics can be a limiting factor in modern long-range shooting applications.