2G-ACM - FAL Vs AK74 - Intro & Offhand @ 125 Yards

Published on September 26, 2016
Duration: 7:08

This video details Stage 3 of a 2-Gun match, focusing on offhand and barricade shooting at 100 yards with a FAL and AK74. The stage requires engaging targets from various positions, including standing offhand, through a window, and around barricades, emphasizing practical shooting skills under time pressure. Expert analysis highlights the challenges of target acquisition and firearm handling, with Karl Kasarda and Ian McCollum providing insights into their performance and the effectiveness of different platforms.

Quick Summary

Stage 3 of the 2-Gun match tests practical shooting skills at 100 yards, requiring engagement from offhand, window, and barricade positions. The FAL and AK74 are compared, with the AK74's intermediate cartridge offering less recoil for faster follow-up shots. Factors like target visibility and trigger quality significantly impact performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction: FAL vs AK74 Comparison
  2. 01:44Stage Briefing: Offhand Shooting Drill
  3. 02:47Karl's AK74 Competition Run
  4. 03:26Ian's FAL Competition Run
  5. 04:36Post-Stage Debrief and Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the objective of Stage 3 in the 2-Gun match?

Stage 3 of the 2-Gun match focuses on practical shooting skills, requiring competitors to engage targets at 100 yards from various positions including standing offhand, through a window, and around barricades, all within a 60-second time limit.

How do the FAL and AK74 compare in terms of recoil and power for competition?

The FAL, with its battle cartridge, offers more power but higher recoil. The AK74 uses an intermediate cartridge, resulting in less recoil, which can be advantageous for faster follow-up shots and overall manageability in competition.

What factors contributed to Ian's misses during the FAL run?

Ian attributed his misses to the target being earth-toned and difficult to see, and the FAL's trigger not being optimal. He noted that the sights were not aligned with the target at the moment of trigger release.

What makes a simple 6-hit stage valuable for skill development?

A simple stage with a limited number of required hits and a strict time limit, like the 6-hit stage discussed, is valuable because it directly tests fundamental shooting skills under pressure, revealing areas for improvement in speed, accuracy, and transitions.

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