WWII German G43 Run and Gun

Published on November 5, 2015
Duration: 3:44

The WWII German G43 rifle was tested in a run and gun drill with 8mm ammunition. The rifle demonstrated good accuracy, hitting 25 out of 30 shots at 60-70 yards. While pleasant to shoot, the stripper clip reloading process was noted as cumbersome compared to modern systems.

Quick Summary

The WWII German G43 rifle demonstrated good accuracy in a run and gun drill, hitting 25 out of 30 shots at 60-70 yards. However, reloading with stripper clips proved to be a slow and cumbersome process compared to modern firearms.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: WWII German G43 Run and Gun
  2. 00:40G43 Shooting Drill Execution & Reloading
  3. 02:23Accuracy Review: Hits vs. Misses
  4. 03:06Final Assessment: G43 Performance & Reloading

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the WWII German G43 rifle?

During a run and gun drill at 60-70 yards, the G43 rifle hit 25 out of 30 shots on steel and paper targets, demonstrating satisfactory accuracy for its historical context and the engagement distance.

What are the challenges of reloading the German G43 rifle?

Reloading the G43 using its 10-round magazine with 5-round stripper clips is a slow and cumbersome process, especially under time pressure during a shooting drill.

What ammunition was used to test the German G43 rifle?

The WWII German G43 rifle was tested using 8mm ammunition, specifically provided by Ventura Munitions for the run and gun drill.

What was the setup for the G43 rifle range day test?

The test involved a 'run and gun' drill with 30 shots, two reloads, at 60-70 yards, targeting both steel and IDPA silhouettes, using 8mm ammunition.

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