AK47 VS AR15

Published on September 9, 2021
Duration: 17:03

This video from GHG Hussle pits the AK47 against the AR15 in a series of extreme reliability tests, including submersion in water and exposure to dirt, mud, and sand. The AK47, utilizing a long-stroke gas piston system and chambered in 7.62x39mm, demonstrated superior resilience and continued function throughout the harsh tests. The AR15, with its direct impingement system and 5.56x45mm caliber, experienced multiple failures to feed and jams, ultimately being declared less reliable in these adverse conditions.

Quick Summary

In an extreme reliability test, the AK47 demonstrated superior performance over the AR15 when exposed to water, dirt, mud, and sand. While both rifles initially functioned after water submersion, the AK47 maintained reliability throughout subsequent tests involving heavy contamination, whereas the AR15 experienced multiple critical failures and jams.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 00:35Water Immersion Test
  3. 02:47Mud and Dirt Stress Test
  4. 04:10Post-Dirt Shooting Results
  5. 07:18Sand and Final Reliability Test
  6. 10:15Conclusion & Winner

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the AK47 and AR15 perform in water immersion tests?

Both the AK47 and AR15 successfully cycled rounds immediately after being fully submerged in pond water, demonstrating initial resilience to water exposure.

What happened when the AK47 and AR15 were exposed to dirt and sand?

The AK47 continued to fire reliably despite dirt, rocks, and sand being introduced into its action. In contrast, the AR15 experienced significant jams and failures to feed after similar exposure.

Which rifle proved more reliable in the extreme stress test?

The AK47 was declared the winner of the stress test due to its superior reliability in adverse environments, consistently functioning when the AR15 failed under the same conditions.

What are the key operating system differences highlighted by the test?

The test implicitly highlights the robustness of the AK47's long-stroke gas piston system against the AR15's direct impingement system when dealing with contaminants like dirt and sand.

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