AK TEAR-GAS GRENADE LAUNCHER

Published on November 29, 2023
Duration: 13:18

This guide details the operation of the Polish RWGL-3, a unique tear-gas grenade launcher based on the AK platform. It covers loading blank ammunition, manually cycling the action, attaching projectiles, and managing the significant recoil. The video, presented by Brandon Herrera, highlights the historical context and specialized design of this crowd-control device, emphasizing its modified AKM internals and smooth-bore launch tube.

Quick Summary

The Polish RWGL-3 is a unique tear-gas grenade launcher based on the AK platform, designed for crowd control. It operates using 7.62x39mm blank cartridges, with its gas system removed for manual cycling. Modifications include a smooth-bore launch tube and a front pistol grip, generating significant recoil when launching projectiles.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the RWGL-3
  2. 00:28Design and Modifications
  3. 01:06Operating Mechanism
  4. 01:44Improvised Munitions Testing
  5. 08:22Internal Disassembly
  6. 11:50Recoil and Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Polish RWGL-3?

The Polish RWGL-3 is a specialized tear-gas grenade launcher built upon the AK platform. It was historically used by Polish police for crowd control and features a modified design, including a removed gas system and a smooth-bore launch tube.

How does the RWGL-3 operate?

The RWGL-3 operates by firing 7.62x39mm blank cartridges. The gas system is removed, making it a manually cycled, single-shot weapon. Blanks propel tear-gas canisters or other projectiles launched from the smooth-bore muzzle.

What modifications are present on the RWGL-3?

Key modifications include the removal of the stock and gas system, the addition of a front pistol grip for stability, and the threading of a large, smooth-bore launch tube onto the muzzle. Internally, the bolt carrier group is modified with the gas piston removed.

What kind of ammunition does the RWGL-3 use?

The RWGL-3 uses standard 7.62x39mm blank cartridges to generate the pressure needed to launch projectiles. It is not designed to fire live rifle rounds.

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