Videos tagged with USSR

This video demonstrates the destructive power of a 150-ton hydraulic press on Soviet and US 30mm ammunition. Both training and inert rounds were subjected to extreme pressure, revealing how the casings and projectiles deform and flatten under force. The comparison highlights the physical resilience and material failure characteristics of Cold War-era ammunition from opposing superpowers.

The Soviet Union's development of 50mm light mortars, specifically the RM-39 and RM-40, focused on simplifying production and improving operational safety. The RM-40 introduced stamped sheet metal for bipod legs and a simplified range scale adjusted by gas venting. Its base plate design was also improved to redirect vented gas away from the crew, enhancing safety during firing.

This unboxing reveals 30mm 2A42 training rounds from a Soviet-era crate, unopened for 35 years. The video details the process of opening a sealed wooden crate and then three metal 'spam cans' using specialized tools. It highlights the condition and markings of the vintage ammunition, emphasizing its historical significance from the Cold War era.

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 provides a detailed look at the Soviet SVT-40 rifle, showcasing its features and operation. It demonstrates the unique loading method using stripper clips with a seated 10-round magazine and highlights the rifle's semi-automatic performance during live fire. The SVT-40 is presented as a historically significant firearm with practical handling capabilities.

This video showcases the Soviet Mosin-Nagant M91/30 PU Sniper rifle, detailing its manual loading procedure with 7.62x54mmR cartridges. It highlights the use of the PU 3.5x scope and demonstrates accurate engagement of a steel target using the bolt-action mechanism. The content emphasizes the rifle's historical significance and practical application.

The RP-46 is a rare Soviet belt-fed adaptation of the DPM machine gun, notable for its unique bolt-handle actuated feed system. This mechanism uses a drop-in adapter with a cammed track and hooks to pull cartridges from the belt. Despite its innovative design, the RP-46 is seldom encountered today, highlighting its historical rarity.

This video focuses on the Mosin-Nagant M91/30 Ex-Dragoon rifle, highlighting its historical significance during World War I and World War II, particularly within the USSR. The title explicitly mentions the rifle's model and historical context, suggesting an exploration of its features, history, or potential use. The inclusion of hashtags related to major historical conflicts indicates a broad appeal to history buffs and firearm enthusiasts interested in military surplus.

This video provides a comprehensive overview and demonstration of five distinct firearms: the Nagant 1895 revolver, FNP-45 Tactical pistol, Browning SA22 rifle, Springfield 1903A4 sniper rifle, and Luger P08 pistol. It covers their unique features, loading mechanisms, shooting characteristics, and historical context, offering insights into their operation and performance.

This ASMR video showcases a vintage 63-year-old Baikal over-under shotgun being loaded with 12-gauge paper-hull buckshot shells. The shooter demonstrates safe handling, firing both barrels, and manual ejection of spent casings in an outdoor range setting. The firearm is identified as a rare piece, likely a USSR-made IZH-59 Sputnik.

This video showcases the firing of vintage Baikal 12-gauge hunting cartridges from an over/under shotgun. The demonstration includes loading, firing two consecutive shots at a target, and ejecting the spent shells. The ASMR-style presentation highlights the distinct sounds of the old paper cartridges and the firearm's action.

This video provides an in-depth analysis of rare, vintage 12-gauge paper shotgun shells from the USSR, featuring Baikal branding. The creator meticulously disassembles a shell using an Opinel knife to extract and weigh the lead slug (10.59g) and powder charge (2.50g). A controlled burn test is performed on the powder to assess its burn rate, demonstrating a high level of technical expertise.