First Range Trip with a Type 96 Nambu LMG (I Think I'm in Love)

Published on January 9, 2021
Duration: 15:30

This guide details the pre-range inspection and initial function testing of the Type 96 Nambu LMG, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It covers magazine checks, field stripping, component inspection, lubrication, and initial firing tests to ensure proper operation. McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms, emphasizes meticulous preparation to prevent malfunctions.

Quick Summary

Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons tests the Type 96 Nambu LMG, highlighting its low recoil and impressive accuracy with 28 of 30 rounds hitting the center circle. He details pre-range prep, including magazine inspection and field stripping, and diagnoses a case neck separation malfunction caused by a dirty chamber.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Pre-Range Preparation
  2. 01:39Initial Firing and Function Test
  3. 04:13Malfunction and Troubleshooting
  4. 06:35Magazine Features
  5. 08:44Zeroing and Ergonomics
  6. 11:20Final Accuracy Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key preparation steps before firing the Type 96 Nambu LMG?

Before firing, inspect magazines for damage, field strip the weapon to check the bolt and firing pin for cracks, and apply light lubrication to moving parts. Ensure the chamber is clean.

What type of ammunition was used in the Type 96 Nambu LMG range test?

The test utilized Steinel Ammunition, specifically 140-grain soft point rounds in the 6.5x50mm Arisaka caliber, which is the correct ammunition for the Type 96 LMG.

What malfunction occurred during the Type 96 Nambu LMG test, and what was its cause?

A case neck separation occurred, where the front of the brass casing remained in the chamber. Ian McCollum determined this was caused by a dirty chamber, not the ammunition itself.

What unique feature does the Type 96 Nambu LMG magazine possess?

The Type 96 Nambu LMG uses a 30-round magazine with an integrated round counter. Numbers visible through a rear window indicate when one, two, or three rounds remain.

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