In any conversation related to US military rifles, it is impossible not to mention the M4 – a more compact version of the legendary M16 rifle. The M4A1 rifle. Photo: US Army Although the M4 and M16 are quite similar in appearance, overall, the M4 is still lighter and shorter, with a weight of 2.88kg and a length of 83.82cm (including the stock). This design is intended to maximize the advantage of the M4 when used in situations where compact, easy-to-carry weapons are required, such as urban combat, for cavalry or in battle. cramped armored vehicles. Like the M16, the M4 uses standard 5.56 x 45 mm NATO ammunition. However, because the barrel is 37 cm long, shorter than the M16, the effective range is slightly lower. The M4 assault rifle has the longest range of 600m, a maximum rate of fire of 950 rounds/minute with a warhead velocity of 884m/s. M4 is quite popular in the world. It is widely used in Latin America, the Middle East, Europe and some other regions. FNSCAR The SCAR series of rifles was born in response to the request of the US Special Operations Command for a rifle designed in a modular form (allowing for quick configuration changes, compatible with other types of equipment). supported), uses a standard 5.56 x 45 mm and 7.62 x 51 mm magazine. FNSCAR rifle. Photo: US Army The gun can be assembled to convert into a light version CAR-L and a heavy version SCAR-H. Both models can be used as marksman rifles or melee weapons because they have 3 different barrel types: short, standard and long. Despite their similar appearance, the SCAR-L uses the standard NATO STANAG magazine while the SCAR-H uses a magazine designed by the Belgian company FN Herstal. Assault Rifle M27 The Marine Corps’ new M27 assault rifle is considered one of the most accurate rifles in the US military’s arsenal. M27 rifle. Photo: US Marines The M27 is the designation of the automatic rifle line developed from the German-designed Heckler & Koch 416 prototype, put into service by the US Marines since 2011. The Heckler & Koch 416 was used to destroy bosses. Osama bin Laden during the famous US Navy SEAL raid in Abbottabad, Pakistan. The M27 has significantly improved accuracy, range and reliability over the M16 and M14, thanks to a free-oscillating barrel with a length of about 420 mm and a short-stroke gas piston system. This gun uses NATO standard ammunition size of 5.56x45mm, has a rate of fire from 700 to 900 rounds per minute. Currently, the Marines are considering upgrading the M27’s lethality. Video: US Marines practice firing live ammunition with M27 rifles. Source: AirSource.com Rifle M14 The M14 rifle, produced since 1959, is 1,181 mm long, has a rate of fire of 725 rounds per minute and a range of 460 m, with a wooden stock. It is quite solid, has high accuracy as well as great destructive power thanks to the use of NATO standard 7.62 x 51 mm magazine. Rifle M14. Photo: US Navy The M-14 was the main weapon used by the US infantry in the early stages of the Vietnam War. Although a good rifle, it was not suitable for the Vietnam battlefield because it was too heavy, too long, and the wooden parts were prone to warping due to the humid climate. Finally, the US military upgraded and improved this gun to create a new version, the Mk14 rifle. Rifle Mk 14 EBR The Army and US Special Operations Command redesigned the M14 rifle, creating the Mk 14 Enhanced Battle Rifle (EBR). Compared to the M14, the Mk 14 EBR has the same firing mechanism but different materials. The MK14 EMR rifle. Photo: US Department of Defense The Mk 14 features an all-metal, composite and alloy design, an adjustable stock grip, and an easily retractable gun mount. It also has a Picatinny rail for attaching more modern accessories and scopes. Although the gun is heavier than the M14, it has more stability and durability. M39 EMR The US Marines had similar ideas as the Army, but they decided to modify the M14 slightly, which led to the introduction of the M39 EMR rifle. The M39 EMR rifle. Photo: US Marines The M39 EMR also features a custom stock, collapsible gun mount, and accessory rails. However, this version was quickly replaced by more modern marksman rifles.

The SVLK-14S is one of the world’s leading sniper rifles when it comes to high accuracy and long range. It is known that the SVLK-14S is a sniper rifle model made by Russian weapons designer Vladislav Lobaev, and also the owner of the Lobaev Arms weapons company. According to information announced by Lobaev Arms, the SVLK-14S was developed based on the CheyTac USA M300 sniper rifle model with some changes in caliber and magazine design. Specifically, Lobaev Arms has optimized the USA M300 to make it more Russian and more reliable on the battlefield along with improving the gun’s specifications. Increased range and increased accuracy are the points that Lobaev Arms has been doing very well on SVLK-14S compared to USA M300. A special feature is that the design of the SVLK-14S is quite simple compared to a modern sniper rifle model, Except that the components that make it up are made of aircraft-grade alloy, the gun is quite light compared to its size. The biggest difference of the SVLK-14S sniper rifle with other sniper rifles is that it uses standard ammunition .408 Cheyenne Tactical (10.36×77mm) or separate .338LM for sniper rifles, Lobaev Arms said that using these calibers will make the gun more stable than using 12.7mm bullets and have a longer range than 7.62mm bullets of both Russia and NATO. In order to increase accuracy, the SVLK-14S does not use a magazine, but fires each bullet with a manual loading mechanism that loads by pulling the reloading shuttle. With fewer parts, the accuracy of the gun increases. SVLK-14S has an overall length of 1,430mm, a wheelbase of 900mm and a width of 96mm, the maximum weight of the gun is 9.6kg excluding scopes or extended shooting aids. Right on the body of the gun in the SVLK-14S barrel cluster, there is a built-in pincatinny rail that allows quick replacement of sights. The SVLK-14S usually uses the IOR Valdada 5.8-40×56 optical sight, allowing the gunner to shoot effectively at ranges from 500 meters to 2,000 meters, The maximum range of the SVLK-14S in the test can reach a range of more than 4,000 meters, the manufacturer says that the SVLK-14S gun can destroy targets at a distance of 3,000 meters. The muzzle velocity of the SVLK-14S is up to 900m/s with extremely low deviation at a range of 1,500m or less. The SVLK-14S is more about stability in each shot than fast rate of fire, and its extremely long range also helps protect the gunner from enemies. SVLK-14S can operate in environments from -45 degrees Celsius to 65 degrees Celsius. Due to the mechanism to fire each bullet, the average rate of fire of the SVLK-14S is about 6 rounds per minute for a professional gunner. SVLK-14S with natural black carbon fiber body and barrel made of aluminum alloy. The cost of each SVLK-14S on the market is estimated at more than $ 34,000 excluding the IOR Valdada viewfinder.

The 2S35 Koalitsiya-SV self-propelled gun developed in 2011 first appeared in 2015, it is expected that this advanced weapon will soon be in service in the Russian army. Although not yet in service, the top features of the Russian 2S35 Koalitsiya-SV self-propelled gun have made the West fidgety. One of the top features of the 2S35 Koalitsiya-SV Russian self-propelled gun is its ability to fire with almost absolute precision. Tests showed the amazing accuracy of this self-propelled gun. Many experts also believe that the accuracy of the 2S35 Koalitsiya-SV cannon is as scary as the sniper rifle. Compared with previous self-propelled artillery systems, the 2S35 Koalitsiya-SV gun is a real revolution in Russia. The turret was built with chamfered edges to reduce radar signal response. The ability to fire is far from peak when the cannon can fire from a distance of 70km to the target. In addition, the cannon can shoot both normal ammunition and anti-tank missiles. The cannon uses a fully automatic ammunition system. The US and its allies were forced to find ways to upgrade their self-propelled guns to counterbalance this latest Russian product. It is known that the automatic control system of the 2S35 Koalitsiya-SV cannon allows the commander to choose the type of ammunition to be used for the next shot or replace the bullets already on the barrel with a different type of ammunition to suit each item. pepper. 2S35 Koalitsiya-SV also has the ability to hit a target simultaneously with multiple bullets with different flight trajectories. With this concentration of firepower, the target can be destroyed quickly. The outstanding long range also allows these self-propelled guns to be deployed in the back line, away from the front lines, avoiding enemy counter-attacks. The electronic system of the 2S35 Koalitsiya-SV cannon is very modern, allowing members in the vehicle to share information about the target, projectile through a computer system with specialized processing software. In particular, the cannon can fire 9K25 Krasnopol – new generation laser guided shells. Secondary weaponry included a 12.7 mm machine gun at the top of the turret. The 2S35’s unique point compared to modern howitzers in the world is the use of a remote controlled turret. The control compartment is separate from the turret, ensuring more safety for the crew to operate. The turret can hold more shells, contributing to increased combat performance. The 2S35 Koalitsiya-SV self-propelled gun once joined the Russian army will significantly improve its firepower.

Integrating the most modern technology, capable of protecting the soldier very well, and equipped with modern weapons, the Ratnik equipment turns ordinary soldiers into scary warriors. The future warrior uniform was developed by the Russian Defense Ministry in the early 2000s to replace the Barmitsa military outfit. Russia for the first time experimented with this uniform in the Syrian battlefield, but in the battlefields of eastern Ukraine, the separatist soldiers also wore military uniforms with almost the same camouflage pattern as Ratnik. The image of Ukraine separatist soldiers wearing military uniforms with the motif of the future Ratnik military outfit. This Ukrainian separatist soldier was also mourned with the armor of the Ratnik armed forces. “Ratnik” includes modules that can be changed according to the operational mission. They consist of about 50 different ingredients and withstand temperatures from -50 to +50 degrees °. However, the separatist soldiers in Ukraine are equipped with only the most basic components including uniforms, armor, bulletproof helmets and leather boots. Modern equipment such as AK-12 assault rifles, A-545, communication systems, electronic communications systems, glasses, knee protection and arm guards and many other components are not allowed. equipping Ukraine’s separatist forces. Equipped with only the most basic of the elements, the Ratnik armament has helped the Ukrainian separatists look modern, and especially has bulletproof armor that will help them survive on the battlefield. The major powers including Russia are racing to research and manufacture a future warrior with requirements such as the best protection for users, integration of modern communication technology as well as goal orientation and excellent combat ability of individual super weapons. The Russian Ratnik futuristic warrior is one of the few best in the world today. Armor on the Ratnik armament makes the Russian soldiers safe from sniper rifles’ armor-piercing bullets. “The latest communication, intelligence, radio and electronic warfare systems, modern guns as well as the Ratnik combat uniform have been tested in action,” said Borisov, Deputy Minister of State. Russian room once said in an interview with the Krasnaya Zvezda (Red Star) newspaper. This uniform can safely shield 90% of the soldier’s body, in addition to the equipment on the uniform also helps increase their survivability in fierce battlefields. Key components include bulletproof helmets, glasses, armor, knee and elbow protectors, durable leather shoes with water resistance, electronic equipment for communication and target positioning together. with the latest assault rifles. Although there are about 50 different components, but this outfit is not too heavy, durable and light materials are used. Most notably, the armor weighs 7.5kg, with the ability to protect soldiers against 7.62mm bullets from the SVD sniper rifle shot at a distance of 10m. The neck and shoulders of this bulletproof armor also added extra pads to protect soldiers against shrapnel. Full set of support tools for soldiers on Ratnik equipment, including flashlights, hand shovels and a set of multi-purpose knives … these items are made with special technology and are functional. good while being quite light in weight. Each Ratnik armament is also equipped with specialized electronic devices such as GPS or GLONASS, a high-frequency radio communication system with a separate encoder to increase the security of the communication channel. be changed from 10-30 seconds each time. One of the interesting components of this outfit is a hand-held water filter with the ability to filter up to 15 liters of dirty water into clean water for soldiers to use when needed. The basic weight of the Ratnik armament is only 12kg and up to 20kg, while with the Barmitsa this figure is up to 36kg. The Russian army chooses two new models of assault rifles that will be equipped with the Ratnik in the future, the AK-12 and A-545. The lifespan of each Ratnik suit is 5 years and each soldier can wear it for up to 48 hours. And depending on the requirements each Ratnik equipment quest can be changed. With this uniform, Russian soldiers will increase their combat power to a new level. Currently Russia is continuing to develop upgraded variants of the Ratnik armed forces to further enhance the combat strength of its troops.

German 98K rifle

The German Army mainly used the Gewehr M1898 rifle in World War I. This traditional long barrel length is about 1.25 meters. The rifle equipped with a bayonet is more suitable for trench battles. The length of the barrel of the Gew.98 rifle is about 740mm, the total weight of the gun is 4.2 kg, and the bullet capacity is 5 rounds. The length of the Gew.98 rifle is too long, and the maneuverability is poor.

German standard rifle

Before the outbreak of World War II, various countries started the development trend of short-size rifles. Germany followed the trend and introduced a short rifle type of Gew.98 rifle. The length of the gun was shortened to 1.1 meters, the length of the barrel was shortened from 740mm to 600mm, and the weight of the gun body was reduced to 3.9 kg. The German Army Equipment Department named this rifle as a new standard rifle.

Bolt bolt

In 1935, the Mauser factory in Germany improved on the basis of the original 98 rifle by combining the technical standards of the standard rifle. These improved rifles are the famous 98k. The Kar98k rifle is the German standard version of the carbine. The body and bolt have been optimized and modified more humanely. The shooting accuracy inherits the excellent performance of the Gew.98 rifle. The German Wehrmacht officially put this standard rifle into production in 1936. A large number of early improved Kar.98b and Gew.98 old-fashioned rifles of the German army were converted into standard short-barreled Kar.98k rifles by the Mauser factory.

Bullet magazine

The Kar 98k Mauser rifle (Karabiner abbreviation, translated as carbine, k is abbreviation of kurz, translated as short) is mainly provided to the German cavalry, armored soldiers, grenadiers, and airborne troops. 98K continues the Mauser rifle’s rotating rear pull bolt and bolt linkage safety device. The double-row staggered built-in magazine is loaded with 5 rounds of bullets, and the bullet magazine is pressed into the magazine from the top of the receiver, and it can also be loaded with single rounds. The gun body adopts a downward-bent pull handle, an arc-shaped ruler and an inverted V-shaped notch-shaped front sight, and a circular front sight protective cover, which is convenient for maneuvering and installing the scope.

98K sniper rifle

The 98k rifle is a multi-purpose equipment. The 98k with better accuracy can be used as a sniper rifle with a 4x or 6x optical sight. German experienced snipers can use the Kar 98K sniper rifle equipped with a 4x scope to accurately kill enemy targets within 400 meters; if they use a 6x scope, they can shoot targets within 1000 meters. In total, the German front-line troops are equipped with more than 130,000 98k sniper rifles. The 98k can also be equipped with a grenade launcher to launch grenades. The 98K rifle is equipped with a 7.92mm caliber high-power rifle ammunition. Its effective range, shooting accuracy, and bullet velocity are outstanding. Rifle recoil is not suitable for short Asians, although the effective range of the rifle is more than 800 meters, which is far beyond the 460 meters of the Japanese 38-type rifle.

Matching scope

The Mauser 98k equipped by the German army was not the strongest, cheapest, and most accurate standard rifle during World War II. However, the German army has very high technical requirements for all aspects of guns. Many groundbreaking design ideas of the Mauser 98k have been widely used by various countries. The German army had a glorious time in the European battlefield of World War II. Every German soldier must be able to use a standard weapon, which is a 98K rifle.

German first-line infantry

In the latter part of the war, German military materials were scarce, and the production process of standard rifles became increasingly simplified, and the quality of 98k weapons also went from bad to worse. Allied forces in the European battlefield are equipped with a large number of semi-automatic rifles, with a rate of fire and intensity far exceeding the 98k rifles equipped by the Germans. Although Germany has also simultaneously introduced new semi-automatic rifles such as Gew43 and StG44, for objective reasons such as production volume and development time, it is known that the 98k rifles equipped by the German army cannot be replaced in large quantities after the war.

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