Egyptian Rifle Overview: Hakim, Rasheed, AKM

Published on May 7, 2012
Duration: 14:08

This video provides an expert overview of post-WWII Egyptian military rifles, including the Hakim, Rasheed, and AKM, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It details their origins, mechanical operations, and historical context within Egypt's military development, highlighting licensed production and indigenous designs. The analysis covers the Hakim's Swedish AG-42 roots, the Rasheed's transitional role, and the Egyptian AKM's quality production.

Quick Summary

Forgotten Weapons' Ian McCollum presents an expert analysis of post-WWII Egyptian military rifles: the Hakim (Swedish AG-42 derivative in 8mm Mauser), the Rasheed (transitional 7.62x39mm design), and the Egyptian AKM (high-quality clone). The video details their mechanics, historical context, and unique features like adjustable gas systems and air rifle trainers.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Egyptian Military Rifles
  2. 00:43The Hakim Rifle
  3. 02:27Hakim Mechanical Demonstration
  4. 06:13Hakim Air Rifle Trainer
  5. 08:13The Rasheed Rifle
  6. 12:41Egyptian AKM (Maadi)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main Egyptian military rifles discussed in the Forgotten Weapons video?

The video covers the Hakim rifle, a licensed Swedish AG-42 variant in 8mm Mauser; the Rasheed rifle, a 7.62x39mm transitional design; and the Egyptian AKM, known for its quality production on surplus Russian tooling.

What is the origin and key features of the Hakim rifle?

The Hakim is a licensed copy of the Swedish AG-42 Ljungman, using direct gas impingement and a tilting bolt. It's chambered in 8mm Mauser and features an adjustable gas system for reliability in desert conditions and with varying ammunition.

How does the Rasheed rifle differ from the Hakim and AKM?

The Rasheed is a transitional rifle in 7.62x39mm, retaining the Hakim's gas system but adopting a standard bolt handle. It visually resembles the SKS but is mechanically distinct, bridging the gap before Egypt fully adopted the AKM.

What is the purpose of the Hakim air rifle trainer?

The Hakim air rifle trainer, made by Anschütz, was designed to mimic the weight and controls of the service rifle for recruit training. It fires .177 caliber pellets and allows practice without expending expensive live ammunition.

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