SR3 Vikhr: Russian 9x39mm PDW

Published on September 2, 2024
Duration: 12:47

This guide details the field stripping process for the Russian SR3 Vikhr PDW, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It covers the removal of key components like recoil springs, the linear hammer, bolt carrier, gas tube, and handguards. The video highlights the weapon's internal mechanism, noting its gas-operated, rotating bolt design and unique dual-spring system, which are based on the VSS Vintorez and AS Val platforms. McCollum's expert analysis provides deep insight into the firearm's mechanical design.

Quick Summary

The SR3 Vikhr is a Russian 9x39mm PDW designed for concealability and power, developed by TsNIITochMash in the early 1990s and adopted by the FSB in 1996. It features a gas-operated, rotating bolt system with a unique dual-spring mechanism and a 6.1-inch barrel, weighing just 4.6 lbs.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the SR3 Vikhr
  2. 01:34Development History
  3. 02:33External Features and Specs
  4. 04:06Controls and Magazine
  5. 05:06Internal Mechanism
  6. 07:10Fire Control and Disassembly
  7. 10:13Sights and Modernization

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SR3 Vikhr and what is its primary purpose?

The SR3 Vikhr (Whirlwind) is a compact Russian 9x39mm PDW/carbine developed in the early 1990s. Its primary purpose is concealability and power, intended for covert operations and VIP protection, similar in concept to Western .300 Blackout firearms.

What are the key mechanical features of the SR3 Vikhr?

Mechanically, the SR3 Vikhr is based on the VSS Vintorez/AS Val action. It's a gas-operated, rotating bolt design that utilizes a unique dual-spring system: one for bolt recoil and another for the linear hammer (striker). It lacks the integral suppressor of its predecessors.

How does the SR3 Vikhr compare to its modernized variant, the SR3M?

The original SR3 Vikhr prioritizes concealability with its slim profile and top-folding stock. The SR3M enhances utility by adding a side-folding stock, an AK-style charging handle, and an optics rail, though these features reduce its concealability.

Who developed the SR3 Vikhr and when was it adopted?

The SR3 Vikhr was developed in the early 1990s at TsNIITochMash in Klimovsk, Russia. It was adopted by the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) in 1996 for specialized security and counter-terrorism roles.

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