RTT Range Day?? RTT AK DAY!!!!

Published on March 11, 2020
Duration: 39:28

This RTT Range Day focuses on AK platform firearms and associated accessories. The instructor demonstrates AK shooting techniques, including managing recoil with drum magazines, and addresses common AK malfunctions. He also touches on zeroing an aftermarket red dot sight on an AR-15 platform rifle, highlighting the importance of proper optic mounting and testing for durability under recoil. The session emphasizes practical application and troubleshooting in a live-fire environment.

Quick Summary

AK drum magazines can experience feeding issues like nose-diving rounds or failures to fire, especially with hollow-point ammunition. Proper loading technique, including correct spring tension, is crucial. The 'Tap Rack Bang' drill is demonstrated for clearing malfunctions on AK platforms, involving tapping the magazine, pulling the charging handle, and firing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: AK Day Planned
  2. 00:24AR-15 Optic Testing Setup
  3. 00:54Body Armor Range Day Mention
  4. 02:44Zeroing the NT Red Dot Optic
  5. 04:58AR-15 Firing and Optic Test
  6. 05:51AR-15 Target Analysis
  7. 06:57Transition to AKs
  8. 08:00Korean Drum Magazine Loadout
  9. 08:27Romanian Draco AK Introduction
  10. 09:19Draco Shooting Fun
  11. 10:07Romanian Two-Gear Draco Analysis
  12. 11:27Second AK: AR AK Problems Video Rifle
  13. 11:53Why Less AK Content on Video
  14. 13:01RD 50 Tactical Optic on AK
  15. 14:39Drum Magazine Reloading Prep
  16. 15:02Korean Drum Magazine Test
  17. 16:01Drum Magazine Malfunctions
  18. 17:33AK Malfunction Troubleshooting
  19. 19:49AK Collection Philosophy
  20. 20:11FEG Hungarian AK Overview
  21. 21:16First AK Modification Plans
  22. 23:21Pistol Slide Discussion (Swenson)
  23. 24:47Swenson Slide Serration Analysis
  24. 25:04Drum Magazine Reloading Issue
  25. 26:00Reloading Drum Magazines
  26. 30:04Draco and Drum Magazine Reload
  27. 31:35Drum Magazine Loading Technique Discussion
  28. 32:07RNA Tactical Recommendation
  29. 32:41Draco Drum Magazine Firing
  30. 33:53AK Tap Rack Bang Drill
  31. 34:17AK Reliability Comparison
  32. 35:09Drum Magazine Nose-Diving Issue
  33. 36:19Ammunition Type and Malfunctions
  34. 37:57Range Day Wrap-up and Recap
  35. 38:50Upcoming Live Broadcast Announcement

Frequently Asked Questions

What are common issues with AK drum magazines?

Common issues with AK drum magazines can include feeding failures like nose-diving rounds, failure to fire, and potential malfunctions if not loaded correctly. Some magazines may require specific spring tension or a certain number of turns to function optimally, and ammunition type (like hollow points) can sometimes exacerbate feeding problems.

How do you perform a 'Tap Rack Bang' on an AK?

The 'Tap Rack Bang' for an AK, often referred to as 'Tap Rear AK,' involves tapping the magazine to ensure it's seated, then pulling the charging handle to the rear to eject a potential malfunctioned round, and finally releasing the bolt to chamber a new round and fire. This is a standard drill for clearing common feeding issues.

What is barrel zeroing for optics?

Barrel zeroing is a preliminary step for mounting optics. It involves looking through the bore of the firearm (with the bolt carrier group removed) to align the optic's reticle with the bore's line of sight at a close distance, typically 10 yards. This ensures the optic is 'on paper' before making fine adjustments with live fire.

Why are 'Commi AKs' considered superior by some?

The term 'Commi AKs' refers to AK-pattern rifles manufactured in former Soviet Bloc countries. Enthusiasts often consider these superior due to their historical reliability, robust build quality, and adherence to original design principles, suggesting they offer a more authentic and dependable AK experience compared to some other variants.

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