Polish AK47 (AKM) from WBP - 500 shots and?

Published on February 21, 2016
Duration: 9:09

This video details a 500-round test of a WBP AKM rifle built with Polish and US components. The rifle, assembled by Definitive Arms as a joint project, features WBP-made parts including the bolt carrier and bolt, with a Fabryka Broni Radom barrel. Initial testing indicates good accuracy and performance, with minor bolt carrier deformation noted after 500 rounds.

Quick Summary

The WBP AKM rifle, built with Polish WBP parts and a Polish FB Radom barrel, underwent a 500-round test. It exhibited good accuracy, with the speaker hitting 9 out of 10 targets at 300 yards with iron sights. Minor bolt carrier deformation was observed, but overall reliability was high, with only one failure to fire.

Chapters

  1. 00:12Introduction to the WBP AKM
  2. 00:45Rifle Component Breakdown (WBP & FB Radom)
  3. 01:54US-Made Receiver and Furniture
  4. 02:01Assembly and Project Collaboration
  5. 02:48500 Round Test Begins
  6. 03:03Distance Shooting and Accuracy
  7. 03:33Component Temperature Monitoring
  8. 04:03Internal Inspection: Recoil Spring & Button
  9. 04:45Internal Inspection: Bolt Carrier
  10. 05:16Internal Inspection: Bolt Carrier Rails
  11. 05:46Internal Inspection: Bolt
  12. 06:40Internal Inspection: Feeding Ramp & Trunnion
  13. 07:32Malfunction Analysis (Failure to Fire)
  14. 08:08Overall Performance Summary
  15. 08:28Update on Remaining Rounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key components of the WBP AKM rifle tested?

The WBP AKM rifle features parts from WBP in Poland, including the front sight, gas block, handguard retainer, gas tube, trunnions, bolt carrier, and bolt. The barrel is from FB Radom, while the receiver and furniture are US-made.

How did the WBP AKM perform after 500 rounds?

After 500 rounds, the WBP AKM showed good accuracy and reliability, with only one failure to fire. Minor deformation was noted on the bolt carrier's dovetail, but other internal components appeared to hold up well.

Is WBP the same company as FB Radom?

No, WBP and FB Radom are distinct companies located in Poland. While both produce AK components, they are separate entities and their parts should not be confused.

What was the accuracy like on the WBP AKM?

The rifle demonstrated impressive accuracy for an AK platform. The speaker reported achieving nine out of ten hits at 300 yards using iron sights, indicating good performance and component synergy.

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