Yugo M70 AK-47

Published on June 7, 2020
Duration: 5:56

Larry Vickers provides an expert overview of the Yugo M70 AK-47, highlighting its milled receiver, pinned barrel, and unique features like the grenade launcher sight. He emphasizes the critical weakness of its non-chrome lined bore, often exacerbated by corrosive ammunition, leading to rust issues in surplus examples. The review includes a live-fire demonstration showcasing the rifle's operation.

Quick Summary

The Yugo M70 AK-47 is a milled receiver variant distinguished by a pinned barrel, unique three-vent handguard, and an integrated grenade launcher sight. Its major drawback is the non-chrome lined bore, prone to rust from corrosive ammunition if not meticulously maintained.

Chapters

  1. 00:22Introduction to the Yugo M70
  2. 00:45Technical Differences: Pinned Barrel
  3. 01:07Receiver Features & Stock Options
  4. 01:43Unique Visual Identifiers
  5. 02:16Grenade Launcher Sight Function
  6. 02:28The Non-Chrome Lined Bore Issue
  7. 03:16Live Fire Demonstration

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key distinguishing features of the Yugo M70 AK-47?

The Yugo M70 is a milled receiver AK variant, unlike the stamped AKM. It features a barrel pinned into the receiver, a unique three-vent hole handguard, a distinct pistol grip, and an integrated flip-up grenade launcher sight.

What is the main weakness of the Yugo M70 rifle?

The primary weakness is its non-chrome lined bore and chamber. This makes it highly susceptible to rust and corrosion, particularly when using corrosive ammunition, often resulting in significant bore degradation over time if not properly maintained.

How does the Yugo M70 barrel attachment differ from other AKs?

The Yugo M70 barrel is pinned directly into the receiver. This method aids in mass production and is a distinguishing characteristic compared to some other AK variants where the barrel might be screwed in.

What is the purpose of the grenade launcher sight on the Yugo M70?

The flip-up grenade launcher sight on the Yugo M70 serves two functions: it aids in aiming rifle grenades and also acts as a gas cutoff mechanism for the gas block when launching grenades.

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