Videos tagged with Yugoslav M56

Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons provides an expert review of the Yugoslav M56 submachine gun. He details its design, inspired by the MP40 but chambered in 7.62x25 Tokarev. While criticizing its ergonomics, McCollum praises the M56's mechanical reliability and shootability, attributing it to effective recoil management from its long receiver and bolt travel. The review highlights practical range experience and historical context.

This guide details the field stripping and reassembly process for the Yugoslav M56 submachine gun, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum on Forgotten Weapons. It highlights the simple internal components and a critical safety hazard related to the rear end cap reassembly. Proper reassembly is crucial to prevent dangerous spontaneous disassembly during firing.