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Unfortunately, humanity is constantly trying to improve its weapons, to make them more modern and powerful. We offer an overview of the most dangerous weapons in the world, which have been tested and proved their destructive power in practice. Pistols and machine guns are toys for big boys. True, they are not fun, because by pulling the trigger once, you can take someone's life.

The 9mm Uzi submachine gun is as good as the big submachine guns, but is easy to use in combat due to its small size. You can safely put this weapon in a suitcase and transport it across the border, it fits perfectly on a tray with a lid. Despite its compact size, it is a very powerful weapon. It is difficult to find an assault rifle with the same functionality, mobility and high rate of fire.

The M1911 pistol very often took part in the dismantling of mafia structures and was considered the most dangerous and popular weapon among bandits. For more than 50 years, it has been an instrument of terrorism and crime. The pistol is equipped with accessories such as a flashlight and a small optical sight. Often a .45 caliber pistol is used to carry out killer orders. It shoots almost silently.

The 45mm MG4 light machine gun, one of the most dangerous weapons ever made by man, is on a par with the AK-47 Kalashnikov assault rifle. It is characterized by a high rate of fire and functionality. A special footrest allows you to install a machine gun for convenient shooting anywhere. It can be installed on armored personnel carriers and fire from any vehicle. The damage that this machine gun does can be compared to that left after using a bazooka. The machine gun fires 770 bullets per minute.

Throughout history, this machine has claimed the lives of more than several hundred thousand people around the world. The AK-47 is a very powerful weapon, has recognizable shapes, its mere presence causes tension. The machine fires 600 bullets per minute.

It is in service with the army and special forces. Due to its light weight and ergonomic characteristics, the gun has gained wide popularity among specialists. Despite its compact size, it is reliable, accurate, powerful and functional.

The new machine HK416 A5 does not repeat the mistakes of its "parents". Among the new products, one can name a winter-type trigger, which allows you to shoot with gloves, and the rate of fire does not decrease, and fingerprints do not remain on the weapon. It is equipped with a night vision sight and makes high-precision shots.

This is one of the most dangerous pistols in the world, its bullets can tear everything into a thousand pieces. Every time a shot is fired, the victim has no chance of escaping. This is a powerful and dangerous pistol capable of inflicting damage incompatible with life in close combat.

If you remember all the movies about cowboys, it becomes clear that the most popular during the showdown in the Wild West would be Colt .45 revolvers. Modern models have not lost their former glory. This is a high-quality and very powerful weapon used in the police, as well as for hunting and sports shooting.

This rifle is a Phantom Assassin's dream because it can be easily disguised and it hits with precision and power. It can be considered as a weapon of the future. The rifle can be used both for ordinary combat missions and for tasks of particular importance and secrecy. The power of destruction from a shot is such that it is compared with a grenade explosion.

The Tracking Point rifle is considered the most dangerous small arms in existence on the planet. The technologies that were used in its creation made it the rifle of the future in the truest sense of the word. The cost is $22,000, so the average person will not be able to purchase it. It is equipped with a laser sight and a computer that automatically monitors the victim and decides when to fire a successful shot. The computer calculates the shot time, range, efficiency based on various parameters, taking into account the strength of the wind. The computer works on the basis of WI-FI, records video, captures all information. It is not surprising that it will be possible to make a phone call from a rifle.

Pistol and revolver are types of firearms with the same short barrel and small dimensions, which makes them the best means of self-defense, guaranteeing demand from both the army and law enforcement agencies and civilians. It is curious to identify and compare the best pistols in the world, along with the best revolvers, finding out which short-barreled weapon is the most reliable and accurate.

The best pistols in Russia

The Makarov pistol

After the Great Patriotic War, in the USSR they began not only to create nuclear weapons, but also to develop new, more advanced pistols, designed to replace the recaptured TTs of the 1933 model and the Nagant revolver. Designers simultaneously worked on two variants of weapons:

A more compact one, which shoots only single shots, serves as a means of self-defense for military personnel who are not entitled to a carbine or machine gun. And for law enforcement officers who need a hidden carry option;
With a longer barrel that fires both single shots and bursts, it is designed for firing during combat operations and for special forces operations.

The first pistol was developed on the basis of the German Walther PP, which first appeared in 1929. Initially, models of two calibers were designed - 7.65 mm and 9 mm. As a result, Nikolai Fedorovich Makarov, the "father" of the famous PM, also created his own 9 × 18 mm PM cartridge, which turned out to be more powerful than the Walther 9 × 17. This cartridge and caliber was preferred. The pistol won the competition in 1948, and three years later entered service with law enforcement agencies.

On the basis of Walter Makarov, he managed to create a weapon of a simpler design by reducing the number of parts, by combining their functions, while increasing their strength and practically eliminating sticking the charge into the bevel of the chamber, resulting in delays in firing. The pistol is characterized by a very high range for a compact weapon (effective - 50 meters) and combat accuracy. The magazine holds 8 rounds.

PM and today - the best Russian pistol, remaining in the arsenal of the Russian law enforcement agencies.

Stechkin automatic pistol

The APS was the second pistol to win the competition for arming military officers, as well as fighters from a number of special forces, and entered service in 1951. Later, due to the minuses that emerged during the use, it was discontinued, but after the collapse of the USSR it turned out to be again in demand as a means of combating terrorism and organized crime. In the same "dashing nineties", under the leadership of Igor Yakovlevich Stechkin, improved modifications were developed:

OTs-23 "Dart";
OTs-27 "Berdysh";
OTs-33 "Pernach".

The disadvantages of the Stechkin automatic pistol were recognized as excessive bulkiness, in particular, in combination with a holster-butt, and insufficient power due to an unsuccessful choice of cartridge. Ideal for the "native" Makarov 9 × 18 mm PM, the effective range (no more than 100 m) and penetrating action are too small for the APS.

Important advantages of the APS are low recoil and scanty toss when fired, allowing you to shoot as quickly and accurately as possible, which is very good in close combat. These advantages of the brainchild of Stechkin, combined with impeccable reliability and excellent accuracy, make it possible to include it in the list of the best domestic pistols.

Today, Russian pilots carrying out combat missions in Syria are armed with 20-round APSs as personal weapons.

Pistol Tula Tokarev (TT)

TT is the most legendary of the pistols of the USSR and Russia, created in 1930, which went through the war, was used after it, and has not lost its popularity to this day. Sports and signal modifications of TT, pneumatics and injuries are produced and are in demand, sold under various brands.

Designed by Fedor Vasilyevich Tokarev on the basis of Browning 1903 chambered for 7.63 × 25 mm Mauser, as a result, it is loaded with eight 7.62 × 25 mm TT ammunition. The effective range is not inferior to the PM (50 m). Due to the length of 195 mm, it is quite suitable for concealed carry. It differs in a number of design features, the most remarkable being the absence of a fuse, replaced by a safety cocking of the trigger. It has high power and precision.

Pistol GSh-18

Created in modern Russia, operated since 2001. The letters in the title are due to the designers V.P. Gryazev. and Shipunov A.G., and the numbers indicate the capacity of the store.

It is currently on the list of award weapons. It is in service with the following domestic departments:

Ministry of Justice;
FSSP;
Ministry of Defense (along with PM);
Prosecutor's Office (along with Beretta 92);
Ministry of Internal Affairs (as a weapon for a number of categories of workers and partly for special forces).

For Gryazev-Shipunov, an armor-piercing cartridge 9 × 19 mm 7N31 was specially created, but other ammunition is also suitable for the pistol, including 9 × 19 Parabellum and 9 × 19 NATO.

The pistol is only 183 mm long. Effective range - 50 m. It differs by the option of supplying the barrel with luminous capsules for firing in poor visibility. Quite comfortable for the shooter due to the low weight (up to 800 grams with a full magazine), thoughtful shape of the handle and partial damping of recoil.

Gyurza pistol

"Gyurza" refers to Serdyukov's self-loading pistol, known as SPS and under the designation SR-1. Created "Gyurza" in TsNIITOCHMASH to arm the special forces. Produced since 1996.

It was designed for a cartridge of increased efficiency 9 × 21 mm, developed in the same institution. It is characterized by an increased effective range (100 m), the ability to destroy live targets in armored vehicles, as well as unarmored vehicles. Holds 18 ammunition, together with them weighs 1110 g.

The best pistols in the USA

Smith & Wesson M&P9

M&P in the brand name of a pistol manufactured by Smith & Wesson Firearms Co. since 2005, stands for Military and Police. Nevertheless, the weapons of this series are partially sold on the civilian market.

The peculiarity of the model is the material from which the frame is made - a polymer-thermoplastic is used instead of metal. The steel slide and barrel are covered with melanite, which eliminates glare and protects against external influences. Sand and other small debris does not remain on the frame chassis, but is pushed out by the shutter cover.

Another advantage of the pistol is the presence in the configuration of interchangeable pads on the handle, making it possible to fit it under the palm of your hand.

The designers of the M&P9 managed to minimize the "bullying" of the barrel, thereby increasing the speed of aimed fire. Protruding elements have also been minimized so that the weapon is removed without clinging to clothing. The length of the pistol is 194 mm, the weight (thanks to the thermoplastic frame) is only 680 grams. M&P9 has several modifications with different magazine capacity (from 10 to 17 rounds) and various calibers.

Colt 1911A1

The 1911 Colt, designed by the famous John Moses Browning, was in service with the US Army until 1985 and is still allowed to be used. Over 30 years ago, the Colt 1911A1 was discontinued, however, various variations of the pistol continue to be made on the basis of this model.

Loaded with cartridges .45 ACP, caliber 11.43 mm. The classic model is equipped with a seven-round magazine. The dimensions of the Colt M1911 are too big by today's standards: length - 216 mm, weight - 1.12 kg. The effective range is not inferior to newer types of weapons - 50 m.

Springfield Armory

Pistolet Springfield Armory M1911 is an improved Colt 1911A1, produced in the amount of 5 thousand pieces. commissioned by the FBI.

The main changes compared to the base model:

improvement of the profile of the bevel of the chamber and the bridge near the magazine to prevent sticking when using different types of bullets;
increasing the fuse flag to increase its reliability;
alteration of the trigger - the knitting needle was replaced by a loop-shaped head;
ease of descent;
alteration of the handle and magazine cover for faster reloading;
more careful fitting of parts to each other;
increase in magazine capacity to 8 rounds.

In addition, the length of the pistol was reduced to 203 mm with the remaining mass remaining. The caliber and cartridge M1911 have not changed either.

Sig Sauer P320

The successful development of the Sig Sauer company for the popular 9 mm Luger cartridge, which first gained popularity in the civilian market as a means of self-defense and marksmanship exercises, and in 2017 fell into the category of service weapons of the US Armed Forces.

The frame of the pistol is polymer, like the M&P9. The great advantage of the P320 is the variety of handle variations, which allows you to choose the right one for absolutely any shooter. Suitable for both right and left hand shooting. Equipped with a device for installing a laser target designator or a flashlight. There is an option to change the front sight to select the best height.

Main characteristics:

length - 203 mm;
weight - 833 g;
magazine capacity - 17 rounds.

Experts note the perfection of the P320 trigger mechanism, the clarity and speed of the trigger return, which guarantees the speed of fire.

Desert Eagle

A long-range pistol with a large bullet stopping effect. He became famous for his formidable appearance, which provided the "Desert Eagle" (as the name is translated) with popularity among developers of computer games, directors of films and television series. But the Desert Eagle is not in service in the power structures and is not expected.

Designed in 1983 by American gunsmiths from Magnum Research, it was subsequently finalized and put into production by Israel Military Industries. It is a pocket automatic rifle, resembling it not only in terms of firing range and power, but also in reloading according to the scheme for removing powder gases. Differs in excellent accuracy at low reliability. It has an extremely loud shot and strong recoil, traumatic for an inexperienced shooter, especially with a weak hand.

The length of the modification Mark VII - 269 mm, Mark XIX - 273/374 (trunks 6/10 inches). Weight - 1.7 kg and 2 kg, respectively. Caliber - up to 12.7 mm. Cartridges - .44 Magnum, .41 Magnum, .357 Magnum.

The best pistols in Europe

Beretta 92 (Italy)

Beretta is one of the best pistols not only in Europe, but also in the world. The first pistol of the 92 family was created by three Italian craftsmen in 1972. In 1985, the Beretta 92F won the US military procurement competition, replacing the Colt 1911A1. The model 92FS that followed it gained enormous popularity in the world market of military and civilian weapons, for many years being sold in total in the amount of more than 100 thousand units. per year, being in service with the power structures of many countries. Since 2009, the Beretta has been allowed as a means of self-defense to prosecutors and investigators of the Prosecutor's Office of the Russian Federation.

Beretta 92 length - 217 mm, caliber - 9 mm, cartridge - 9 × 19 mm Parabellum. The gun compares favorably:

a smooth body shape that allows quick removal without catching on clothes;
ease of aiming;
excellent speed and accuracy of fire.

Its disadvantages are an impressive weight (980 g), difficulties with concealed carrying, an overly thick handle and high dirtiness.

Glock-17 (Austria)

The most powerful pistol of 9 mm caliber, which also claims to be the most reliable in the world, which has become a real milestone in the development of short-barreled firearms, was designed in 1980 by the Austrian Gaston Glock for the armed forces and police of his native country. The previously little-known company Glock won the competition by successfully implementing the know-how - the use of durable heat-resistant polymers.

Currently, the Glock 17 is in service with law enforcement agencies in over 30 countries. The company produces several modifications for various cartridges, and the classic 17-round model fires 9 × 19 mm Parabellum ammunition.

Length - 186 mm, weight with a full magazine - 905 g.

The Glock 17 is easy to disassemble and assemble, has excellent combat properties, and is quickly brought to a ready-to-fire position due to the absence of a fuse.

Walther P99 (Germany)

Created by the designers of the famous German company in the mid-1990s chambered for 9 × 19 mm Parabellum. It is in service with individual departments and special forces of Germany, the Netherlands, Finland, the Czech Republic, Ukraine, and Estonia.

The frame is polymer, the length is only 180 mm, the weight is small - 700 g. It is equipped with an adjustable sight, a device for attaching a flashlight or a laser designator.

FN Five-seveN (Belgium)

Produced since 2000 by Fabrique Nationale (FN). The words five and seven in the title correspond to the caliber 5.7 mm. It fires 5.7×28mm cartridges of FN's own design.

It is produced in modifications with three options for magazine capacity - 10, 20 and 30 ammunition. It is popular on the market of civilian weapons and as weapons for special forces, including the American one. Length - 208 mm, weight - 744 g.

Heckler and Koch USP (Germany)

Introduced to the public in 1993, designed by Heckler & Koch under the direction of Helmut Wöldle. Adopted by the German army. It exists in many variations of different lengths and weights, for various cartridges. Very accurate and reliable.

The best revolvers in the world

Colt Python

Six-shot, caliber .357 Magnum. Manufactured from 1955 to 1996. in several variations, with different barrel lengths. It was distinguished by attractive finishes, was popular with rich and famous people, especially monarchs.

Smith & Wesson Model 29

Smith-Wesson, along with revolver and colt, can be safely written down in the most famous revolvers in the world. The Smith & Wesson Model 29 began production in 1955 but, unlike the Colt Python, was never discontinued. Often appears in films and computer games. Shoots almost all .44 caliber revolver cartridges.

Colt 1909

Manufactured in 1898-1940, also called Colt New Service. It was used as a service weapon in the US Armed Forces and Navy, including during both world wars, the Korean and even the Vietnam War. Double action trigger gives a high rate of fire.

The main cartridge is .45 Colt.

Smith & Wesson Model 19

The first revolver to use the .357 Magnum cartridge, which significantly increased bullet speed and penetration. Reliable, accurate, and at the same time has a relatively small size. It is still produced today.

Ruger GP100

Designed in 1985. Cylinder for 6 cartridges .357 Magnum, the impeccable quality of the materials used, appropriate reliability, accurate shooting and at the same time reasonable cost - these are the advantages that ensured the popularity of this revolver.

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If you have ever held a pneumatic weapon in your hands, you will understand what it is about. Well, if you have no idea about weapons, then at least be surprised. Let's talk about the most powerful rifles in the world. More precisely, about the most powerful air rifles.

The most powerful air rifle in the world

The opinions of shooting professionals on this topic differ. However, many tend to think that the most powerful air rifle on the planet is the .458 Quackenbush. Such a weapon shoots bullets weighing only 32 grams, the bullet speed is up to 214 meters per second with a muzzle energy of up to 650 joules.

The best weapon in the world

Among the powerful air rifles, one can single out the South Korean development DragonCareerSlayer 12.7 caliber and PCP class. It uses compressed air to shoot. The DragonCareerSlayer bullet weighs less - only 16-20 grams. And this rifle is the best weapon in the world for hunting small game. According to the instructions, bears, wild boars and bison are shot from a rifle, as well as smaller animals, for example, wolves and roe deer. By the way, this powerful rifle was originally used by special services in Asia. The parameters of the weapon are quite compact.

With a weight of almost 4 kilograms, the total length is almost 105 centimeters, and the barrel length is 52.32 centimeters.

It is worth noting that there is no need to pre-load this rifle. Lightweight weapons are quite convenient to use. And the cost of such a miracle for a hunter is only 800 dollars (this is the European price). In Russia, the sale of Dragon Career is prohibited by law, however, in Australia and America, this weapon is already very popular, and only due to its availability and power. The rifle in the factory version has a power of 350-400 joules.

In the ranking of the most powerful rifles in the world, there is another model from the South Korean manufacturer. This is SamYangBigBore 909s. According to the characteristics, this rifle (among the serial factory PCP rifles) can also be called successful for hunters. Therefore, it is so popular among lovers of shooting livestock. The caliber of the rifle is 11.5 millimeters, the muzzle velocity is about 220 meters per second, with a power of about 250 Joules. This is enough to take down a deer or a wild boar at a distance of only 50 meters.

Upgrade powerful rifles

However, we must not forget that depending on the weight and shape, as well as bullets, the power of the rifle may vary. Therefore, this figure can be significantly increased with the help of modernization. For example, it is worth remembering the world-famous master in the manufacture and improvement of pneumatics, Harry Barnes. He upgraded the Korean rifle DragonCareerSlayer. And thus he created a heavy-duty pneumatic PCP gun. The rifle has a caliber of 0.87 (this is 22 millimeters). And such an invention shoots with 60-gram bullets. With a bullet speed of 200 meters per second, the power of a gun can be 1200 joules.

The list of the most powerful air rifles (but factory-made) adds SamYYangSumatra 2500. The speed of the bullet in her case is 310 meters per second. Power is equal to a maximum of 140 joules.

One of the most powerful in caliber 22 (this is 5.5 millimeters) is an air rifle from the Magnum class called AirForceCondor. It was released by the American factory AirForceGuns. She has a rather spectacular appearance, as well as serious optics. The gun is distinguished by a declared bullet speed of 380 meters per second and a power of up to 100 joules.

Cord sniper rifle - one of the best in the world

And another representative of the magnum class GamoHunter 1250. Its power is only 32 joules, but the bullet speed is impressive - 380 meters per second. However, in Russia such a rifle is allowed with power restrictions up to 7.2 joules.

Another great invention. WaltherTalonMagnum. The weapons are produced under license at the Hatsan factory. The spring-piston air rifle has a maximum muzzle velocity of 420 meters per second. The power of a 4.5 mm caliber weapon is 70 joules. The Walther 1250 Dominator FT has a claimed speed of up to 370 meters per second and a power of 28 joules.

Weaker than this rifle is its fellow Turkish manufacturer HatsanTorpedo 155. There are 6.3 calibers; 5.5; as well as 4.5 millimeters. The speed is about 360 meters per second. In the case of the maximum caliber, the power is 50 joules.

The most powerful sniper rifle in the world

But the most powerful sniper rifle, according to Russian experts, is the KSVK (or the Kovrov large-caliber sniper rifle). This is the creation of specialists from the city of Kovrov. The weapon was made at the Degtyarev plant and was based on the SVN-98 model. Initially, it was called a large-caliber army sniper rifle. The weapon fires at unarmored or armored military vehicles with a range of up to 1000 meters.

The record holder rifle can be used to disable enemy manpower, as well as personal protective equipment within one and a half kilometers. To create the most powerful sniper rifle, the creators used the bullpup layout. This made it possible to make a fairly compact rifle with a meter long barrel.

The KSVK does not provide for an automatic recharge mechanism. But she has a longitudinally sliding shutter. A trigger mechanism is installed on the weapon, which allows you to shoot single shots. The cartridges are fed from a 5-shot box magazine. It has a plastic pad, it can be used as an additional support for the left hand.

The most powerful rifle in the world! 20 mm

During the design of the rifle barrel, experts used the so-called "floating" version. In other words, by means of consoles, it is fixed on the receiver and does not come into contact with other parts of the weapon. The barrel has a muzzle brake, which helps to reduce the recoil force when fired by two and a half times.

The characteristics of the most powerful sniper rifle are as follows: caliber 12.7 by 108 millimeters. Without cartridges and optics, the weight of the weapon reaches 12 kilograms with a length of 1400 millimeters. 1000 millimeters is the trunk. The bullet flies out of the barrel at a minimum speed of 850 meters per second. And the rate of fire can reach up to 10 rounds per minute. The effect of long-range shooting is one and a half kilometers.
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Many samples of Russian small arms are very popular in different countries of the world. Our weapons are valued, as a rule, for their simplicity, incredible reliability and low cost. As a result, domestic weapons can be seen in circulation both in developed countries and in large quantities in third world countries, where they make up the vast majority of those in service.

We present to your attention the TOP 5 most common samples of Russian small arms abroad.

5th place: Makarov Pistol

The Makarov pistol or PM was developed in 1948 by Soviet designer Nikolai Fedorovich Makarov as a small-sized personal weapon for senior officers. The prototype for the Soviet pistol was the German Walther PP.

The PM has a magazine for 8 rounds of 9-mm caliber. The effective firing range is 50 m, the maximum is 350 m. Distinctive features of this weapon are compact dimensions, ease of operation and a high level of reliability. Thanks to this, the PM is still serving in the Russian army, in the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and is also used by various special services.

The Makarov pistol is used in more than 30 countries around the world.

4th place: Dragunov sniper rifle

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The Dragunov self-loading sniper rifle or SVD was designed by Yevgeny Fedorovich Dragunov in the USSR at the end of the 50s of the last century and is still in service with the Russian army, having undergone numerous improvements and modifications.

The SVD is equipped with a box magazine for 10 rounds of 7.62 mm caliber. The effective firing range is 1200 m, the maximum is 3800 m. As sighting devices, the rifle has an open sector sight, and a bracket for mounting optical or night sights can also be installed on the SVD.

Although the Dragunov sniper rifle is called a sniper rifle, it is actually a Marksman rifle, that is, an infantry sniper's weapon, occupying an intermediate position between conventional small arms and specialized non-automatic sniper rifles chambered for increased power.

SVD operate about 30 countries. Some states produce their own copies of our rifle with their own changes. It takes a wide part in various armed conflicts of our time.

3rd place: Kalashnikov machine gun

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The bronze medalist of our TOP is the Kalashnikov machine gun or PK. The creator of this sample is the legendary Soviet weapons designer Mikhail Timofeevich Kalashnikov. The PK was developed in the late 1950s as a single machine gun for the Red Army. However, it is produced and used in our time. More than 1,000,000 copies have been produced in total. There are many modifications of the PC.

Cartridges of 7.62-mm caliber for the Kalashnikov machine gun are placed in tapes of 100 or 200 pieces and placed in special box stores. The PC is capable of accurately hitting targets at a distance of 1500 m, the maximum firing range is 3800 m.

The machine gun was adopted by the USSR in 1961 and has not been removed so far, serving in the ranks of the already Russian army. Also, PCs are used by about 50 countries of the world. Moreover, the Kalashnikov machine gun, in addition to Russia, is produced by more than 10 states. The sounds of his shots are heard in all hot spots, starting from the second half of the 20th century, and to this day.

2nd place: RPG-7

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The silver place is rightfully occupied by the most recognizable hand-held reusable anti-tank grenade launcher of our time, the RPG-7. Developed in the late 1950s, this grenade launcher is still in great demand today, because, despite its age, it can still effectively cope with modern armored vehicles.

The standard cumulative PG-7VL "Luch" grenade is capable of penetrating armor 500 mm thick. This makes the RPG-7 effective against various armored combat vehicles, shelters, and low-flying targets. The tandem cumulative PG-7VR "Summary" is able to overcome dynamic protection and penetrate 650 mm of armor, which makes this grenade launcher a dangerous weapon against modern tanks equipped with remote sensing. Also, the RPG-7 has fragmentation and thermobaric grenades to defeat enemy manpower.

The RPG-7 is reliable, cheap, easy to use and has no recoil when fired. Thanks to these characteristics, this grenade launcher has become a huge success all over the world: in addition to Russia, the RPG-7 is used in more than 100 states. More than 9,000,000 pieces have been produced. Since the Vietnam War, the domestic grenade launcher has been involved in all armed clashes and is unlikely to lose relevance in the near future.

1st place: Kalashnikov assault rifle

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And now he is the winner of our TOP, the legendary Kalashnikov assault rifle. The most recognizable example of a firearm in the world, originally from the Soviet Union.

The Kalashnikov assault rifle or simply AK is the brainchild of the brilliant Soviet designer Mikhail Timofeevich Kalashnikov already mentioned in the TOP. Adopted by the USSR in 1949, it is still the permanent main machine gun of the Russian army. Many modifications of the AK have been released, various other types of weapons have been created on its basis, such as: PP-19 "Bizon", rifled hunting carbines and self-loading smooth-bore guns of the Saiga family, assault rifle-grenade launcher complex "Groza" and many others.

The first model of the Kalashnikov assault rifle was the AK-47, designed in 1947, and in 1949 it was already adopted by the Red Army. The AK-47 had a rate of fire of 600 rounds per minute, and an effective range of 800 m. The AK-47 was the "first-born", had its drawbacks, but in general it was an excellent weapon that Soviet soldiers fell in love with.

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The most famous and widespread is the AK-74M modification, which is overwhelmingly used in the ranks of the Russian army. This model was developed in 1974 under the name AK-74. And in 1991, the AK-74M appeared, an improved version of the AK-74. This sample was developed for the new 5.45x39 mm cartridge. It has a box-shaped sector magazine for 30 rounds, but it is possible to use a magazine from RPK-74 for 45 rounds. The effective firing range is about 650 m, the maximum is 3150 m. The rate of fire is 650 rounds per minute.

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The Kalashnikov assault rifle is a truly iconic weapon. It is only in service with 55 countries, but is used all over the world. AK has a simple and at the same time reliable design, which made it an example of reliability among small arms. He easily endures the harsh conditions of the battle, continuing to work properly. Water, dirt, falls: AK is not afraid of anything, staying in working order where others get stuck and stop firing. The resource of the assault rifle is truly enormous: the samples assembled back in the USSR have not lost their combat characteristics even now, remaining fully functional after such a long period of operation. For this, he is respected, appreciated and loved by the military of various states.

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The Kalashnikov assault rifle is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the most massive sample of small arms in the world. Many songs have been composed about AK, it is present on the state emblems of some countries, and in Western culture it is an integral attribute of the “bad guys”. However, throughout the world, the Kalashnikov assault rifle is a symbol of the invincible military power of the Soviet, and now the Russian armies.

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