Russian 🇷🇺 AK12 + Iron Sights to 500yds Practical Accuracy

Published on September 14, 2023
Duration: 35:31

This review tests the Russian AK12's practical accuracy at 500 yards using iron sights, completing the course in 30 rounds despite windy conditions. However, the AK12 is criticized for design deficiencies, including a difficult-to-clean gas system prone to corrosion and iron sights mounted on the dust cover, which can affect zero. The hosts conclude it's a bureaucratic project that fails to improve upon the AK-74M.

Quick Summary

The Russian AK12 successfully engaged targets out to 500 yards using factory iron sights, completing a practical accuracy course in 30 rounds despite windy conditions. However, it is criticized for design flaws like a difficult-to-clean gas system prone to corrosion and iron sights mounted on the dust cover, which can affect zero.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Specs: AK12 500yd Test
  2. 01:11Practical Accuracy Course: 150-500 Yards
  3. 05:52AK12 Design Philosophy & History
  4. 11:12Technical Deficiencies & Corrosion Issues
  5. 14:45Zero Retention & Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the Russian AK12 at 500 yards with iron sights?

The Russian AK12 demonstrated practical accuracy by successfully engaging targets out to 500 yards using factory iron sights during a 'Service Rifle' course, completing it in 30 rounds despite windy conditions.

What are the main design flaws of the Russian AK12?

Key flaws include a difficult-to-clean gas system prone to corrosion and iron sights mounted on the dust cover, which can compromise zero. Critics argue it introduces new problems without solving existing ones.

Is the AK12 an improvement over the AK-74M?

The hosts argue the AK12 is not a significant improvement over the AK-74M. While its range performance is comparable, it suffers from design deficiencies like poor cleanability and questionable zero retention, making it seem like a bureaucratic project.

Why is the AK12's gas system considered problematic?

The AK12's muzzle device and non-detachable gas block create 'nooks and crannies' that trap carbon and moisture. This makes it significantly harder to clean than previous AK models and susceptible to rust, even on manufacturer showroom examples.

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