Videos tagged with Type 81 LMG

The Chinese Type 81 LMG is a rare firearm in the US, blending AK and SKS design elements. It features an SKS-style short-stroke gas system for modernization and cost-saving, distinct from the AK's long-stroke piston. The rifle boasts an RPK-style bipod and a unique adjustable gas block, but its proprietary 75-round drum magazine is not AK-compatible.

The Type 81 LMG, China's take on the RPK, is chambered in 7.62x39mm and features unique elements like a last-round bolt hold-open and an 180-degree selector switch. It also includes an adjustable gas regulator and a distinctive honeycomb carry handle. Notably, it was considered non-restricted in Canada at the time of filming.

This video provides an overview of China's Type 81 LMG, also known as the Chinese RPK. It delves into the firearm's specifications, including its caliber (7.62x39mm), action (Short Stroke Gas Piston), and other details like barrel twist and length. The content emphasizes the firearm's identity as a light machine gun and its connection to the RPK lineage. The creator also promotes their social media channels (Instagram, Patreon, Facebook) and affiliate links for Bolt Action Coffee and Olight products, encouraging viewer support and subscription.

This YouTube video provides a full field strip and disassembly of the Type 81 LMG. It is part of the "GunOfTheWeek" series and is hosted by "Arm&Gun". The creator encourages viewers to follow them on Instagram, Patreon, and Facebook for additional content and giveaways. Links are provided for supporting the channel through affiliate purchases of Bolt Action Coffee and Olight products, with discount codes available. The video emphasizes adherence to local laws and legal possession of firearms.

The Norinco Model 313 is a rare civilian semi-automatic variant of the Chinese Type 81 Light Machine Gun. It features a stamped receiver, short-stroke gas piston, and an RPD-style buttstock with a cleaning kit. Developed after the Sino-Soviet split and 1979 war, it aimed to modernize Chinese small arms, supplementing the SKS and AK. This review highlights its unique features like the adjustable gas regulator, folding carry handle, and last-round bolt hold-open.