Why did Russian Soldiers in Chechnya Hate AKS-74U

[@N238E]

Tankers reluctantly gave up their PPS-43.

[@spac3fr0g]

they used PPS's that late?? Surprisingly never knew that despite it being my favorite gun

[@G-Mastah-Fash]

@@spac3fr0g American tankers used the M3 grease gun until Desert Storm. The only country that imo actually issued their tankers appropriate weapons during the cold war were the Czechs with their Skorpion.

[@stealmysunshine]

I can imagine. I believe there was similar with the M3?

[@bahti472]

@@G-Mastah-Fash Poles were also issuing proper weapon to tankers in terms of PM-63 . Cheers.

[@mrdelaney4440]

​@Some_Dingus my mate uses a skorpion for airsoft and it just drinks magazines like their nothing, heard the real thing is similar, great for suppression.

[@stevenlee8749]

So you’re telling me that my favorite weapon in Cold War was absolute trash?

[@AldoSchmedack]

Outside 100 yards.... yes....

[@jobaershovon7637]

I'm heartbroken, man.

[@sasquatchhunter86]

They hadn’t unlocked the rapid fire yet, and they weren’t using bling so they could get the OP grip + rapid fire combination

[@VanBourner]

as are all AKs

[@antonzhdanov9653]

It still found his place in police to put stock of the at least in some use. Also ended up among criminals.

[@marshallgibson89]

The hate is understandable for its shortcomings. But man this rifle looks simply cool.

[@alexgrenlie862]

I'm guessing you wanna be one of those guys on the battlefield that looks cool but is dead? Good to know.

[@aslysa2277]

@@alexgrenlie862ask the chechens how looking cool for tik tok worked out for them in Ukraine 😬

[@ricardoricardoricardoricardo]

​@@aslysa2277uhh... I wonder what you think is happening right about now...

[@MagicalTrout]

​@alexgrenlie862 you could have just kept scrolling but you said this for some reason.

[@marshallgibson89]

@@alexgrenlie862 How dumb you have to be? Who in the right mind wants to be on a battlefield?

[@PyromaN93]

One more reason - due to shorter barrel and not full ignition of gunpowder - it became extremely dirty alot faster, and due to this also have less forse in the gas system. This leads to malfunctions a lot faster. About two times faster, i guess. You can forget to clean 74 or 74M for few days, even after intense firefights, but with 74U this can become your last fault.

[@juhokuusisto9339]

And thus it was named as suka? A dirty suka.

[@pedjatrninic]

Legendary weapon.

[@classifiedad1]

That does remind me of some of the issues with the CAR-15/XM177/GAU-5 in the Vietnam War. Because the barrel was so short, they fouled up quickly and needed much more cleaning than the M16 to work reliably. Like the 74U, the CAR-15s were fitted with different types of "moderator" which was intended to kick more gas into the system as well as reduce the massive muzzle flash to acceptable levels. Gradually, these moderators got pretty long, almost half the length of the barrel itself, and tended to wear out faster than standard M16s. And in remarkably similar parallels, the issues with these early M16 carbines were solved by lengthening the barrel. The M4 used a longer barrel between that of the CAR-15 and M16, which meant it didn't need the moderator and could use a standard flash hider. As a result, it wasn't any longer than the CAR-15, and they weren't falling apart like the CAR-15s were. Then in Afghanistan and Iraq, they went back to the CAR-15 sized M4 with the Mk 18, which to the surprise of nobody, had the same issues as the CAR-15. However, this wasn't as much of a problem with Special Operations since they started using silencers on their rifles, which solved a lot of the gassing issues. They still wore out quicker than standard M16s or M4s, but that wasn't as much of an issue with special operations types since the sheer quantity of ammunition fired through their training would wear out any weapon, even a standard AK, in short order. That, and the military made sure they had legions of armorers to rebuild worn-out guns.

[@cythera431]

@@classifiedad1 The CAR-15 (XM177) with the longer 11.5 inch barrel and unique suppressor/flash-hider was considered a solid weapon in Vietnam for LRRPs, officers, and noncoms. The longer suppressor was designed to hide the muzzle flash, but ALSO to make the report of the shorter weapon sound unlike the standard M16A1. This was important to LRRP SOG units operating behind enemy lines: they did not want to be identified as American by the sound of their weapons firing. The muzzle device was well-designed for its purpose, but it was also harder to clean, as it had baffles and other internal features. Present SOF forces (like the SEAL team that killed bin Laden) often use the 10.5 inch barrel with a suppressor attached. I think the standard M4 has a 14.5 inch barrel. The shorter the barrel, the more wear and tear from the more powerful gassing. The best length of barrel for 5.56x45mm ammo is the 20 inch barrel of the M16A1, A2, A4, etc. for range, accuracy, recoil. But a 20 inch barrel in cqb is a problem. I still see the AKS-74U all over battle fields from Ukraine to Syria, Iraq, Gaza, etc. I would choose the AK-74 with standard carbine-length barrel, but the AKS-74U is a solid, compact weapon with only an 8 inch barrel and an innovative flash-hider/muzzle booster.

[@fuzztsimmers3415]

force

[@DieselMcBadass1]

Having one was a huge flex for afghani warlords because it meant they had taken out an armored vehicle or a helicopter, so if your bodyguards were packing these it meant you were a force to be reckoned with. Makes it an iconic weapon. Doesn't make it a good weapon.

[@carnage77]

It was/is a great weapon (for its time and specific use case purpose as a pdw for 2nd line/support/specialist troops)

[@pliskenx51mm83]

Its a great urban combat weapon for clearing rooms and house to house fighting. Rifles that short aren't good for open and mountain terrain fighting though.

[@dantauche7917]

Very interesting lore tidbit!!

[@d3admaub938]

I watched that psr video too

[@realkingtv7885]

My uncle's army had captured hundreds during the 80s

[@lairdsteele2817]

The AKS74u with a 45 round rpk mag is a huge vibe

[@serialseatsniffer5610]

a "VIBE"....🙄🥱 Got any more buzz-phrases for us today? Bahhhhh bahhhhhh 🐑 🐏 🐑 🐏 🐑 🐏 🐑 🐏

[@goobert8921]

are you schizophrenic​@@serialseatsniffer5610

[@johnhjoker]

@@serialseatsniffer5610 AKS74U with the 45 round rpk mag is mad dripped out

[@potetobloke4731]

@@serialseatsniffer5610 AKS-74u with a 45 round RPK mag is based and goes hard

[@jimschlat]

are you joking? or is your firearms knowledge based off video games?

[@stephenbrand5661]

It's amazing that the Chechens were able to win the first war, and it really goes to show how bad things were in Russia during the 90's.

[@deemwinch]

It's not amazing, but horrible. Those chechens were mostly radical islamists, same type of people who killed Americans in iraq and Afghanistan & performed terroristic acts there. Why don't you join them if you like them so much?

[@nuraly78]

Most chechen rebels were veterans of Red Army, while Russian Army were armed forces of young unstable democracy with little to no training. Of course chechen red army veterans outmatched russians

[@wahttehfuk]

Not much has changed lmao

[@duartesimoes508]

The ruzzians have a clear tendency to make everything wrong at the first attempt - due to sheer stupidity, hubris or fear of mentioning the flaws openly, who knows - then pull back, re evaluate and do things properly at the second attempt. That happened at least in the 1939 Winter War, in the Budapest uprising, the Chechenian wars and now in Ukraine. To make things worse, they just don't care at all about their casualties.

[@bryananderson3772]

​@@wahttehfukyet Russia is taking Ukraine more and more every day

[@Max_Da_G]

The whole weapon is misunderstood. It was always meant to be a Personal Defense Weapon for when SHTF. It's NOT a weapon that is used for suppressive fire with long full-auto fire. At the time of First Chechen Campaign troops were trained very poorly as far as marksmanship and weapons knowledge is concerned. Today a lot of SpetsNaz are trying to find AKS-74U from warehouses that are new: they are great for close-quarter combat when the user is actually competent and uses it for the niche it's good for. AKS-74U hasn't been produced for well over 10 years now, but there is now AK-105 and AK-205.

[@yoloman3607]

AKS-74U is popular enough in Ukraine. The PBS-4 suppressor is tough enough to fire standard supersonic ammunition which is much more common as it strikes a good compromise between logistics and concealment without higher weight far out from the shooter. Western optics can easily be ordered online and mounted on the dovetail mount with cheap adaptors. Accuracy is actually decent, in semi automatic accuracy is more than good enough to hit a man sized target 200-300m away. Spraying in full auto and complaining the gun can't hit anything doesn't make a gun bad. It just underlines the general incompetence of Russian forces in the period.

[@stuglife5514]

@@yoloman3607 Yea, full auto fire with anything but a crew served weapon at any target past 50 meters is near pointless anyways. It does go to show the poor marksmanship training. I was confused considering I know the carbine to be effective out to 300 meters. Russian crews issued it not being properly trained on it makes alot of sense.

[@ryelor123]

I think part of the Russian strategy was to avoid conflicts in the first place and use their military as a deterrent.

[@Max_Da_G]

@@yoloman3607 Correct. As I said: the weapon was (and often today is) misunderstood due to poor introduction to the masses. Today situation is a lot better regarding troop training, though they aren't snipers by any stretch.

[@Max_Da_G]

@@stuglife5514 marksmanship training is well and good, however once combat stress kicks in, that training in vast majority of cases goes out the window. Ask any soldier that had been in a fire contact in Afghanistan or Iraq, or better yet, the ill-fated Somalia of 1993. Fleeting targets, a lot of incoming fire, lots of relocating, soldier having split-seconds to pull the trigger. Breathing control becomes irrelevant, trigger is jerked, stock is not located properly on the body. Hell, US Army found that while at 100m M-16A2, a fine and accurate rifle, scores over 80% of hits, scores under ~25% of hits at 200m. Bill Ruger was on record that past 200 yards you aren't going to hit anyone in vast majority of cases. Battle stress is the decider.

[@veryInteresting_]

Makes sense. Weapon design is all about the right compromise and it seems like they went too far in one way

[@mfaracing]

All engineering is centred around the concept of reasonable compromises.

[@carnage77]

No, the powers that be gave it to infantrymen. THAT was the real issue.

[@uthopia27]

​@@mfaracingguess Hitler is missing tht memo

[@Mygg_Jeager]

It's just shitty design man. Not a single NATO carbine has these same issues, and they fill the same rolls as intended by the AKS74U.

[@joshuagunderson6593]

I remember hearing a story from a Soviet-Afghan vet about how it was fairly common for helicopter pilots/crewmen to ditch their AK74u’s and instead opt to carry a AKMS inside the cockpit or in the cargo bay of their MI-8’s and MI-24’s. Assuming they were able land in once piece they could simply retrieve the rifles instead of using the bulky leg holder issued with their AK74U’s. The story always stood out to me since my dad said the same about Vietnam. I remember he telling a story about how Huey crews often had m16’s mounted to the interior using cord etc.

[@Shore1985]

Shouldnt they have got M3s?

[@xXMapleVodkaXx]

​@@Shore1985I don't think "should" is important to these stories

[@duartesimoes508]

At some point in the war clamp fittings for standard M-16s started to show up for UH-1 crewmen.

[@Localjadedealer]

@@duartesimoes508Was this before all of the shorter M16 variants or do you think they simply preferred the longer M16?

[@joshuagunderson6593]

@@Shore1985 That was his point, guys were carrying m16s in their choppers since they’d have a bit more firepower if they had to make an emergency landing.

[@hairydogstail]

That is an expansion chamber and not just a flash hider..The expansion chamber keeps pressure in the system to reliably cycle the action..Too short of a dwell time will create a unreliable gas system, hence the expansion chamber for the short barrel....

[@4_vaccuum_salesman_of_marr944]

Cute pup.

[@hairydogstail]

@@4_vaccuum_salesman_of_marr944Thanks, he was..

[@theowlfromduolingo7982]

Those scopes and under barrel grenade launchers look ridiculous. It totally defeats the purpose of a light and compact gun.

[@casperarms]

Yes! When I studied at the military academy, I happened to hold the Canary complex (AKS-74U + 6G-17 grenade launcher + PBS-4) in my hands. This is the most uncomfortable thing with the maximum forward advantage of all the weapons that I have ever held

[@zoltancsikos5604]

Complete nonsense. The firearm remains light and compact with those on. You clearly don't know why they mount those.

[@theowlfromduolingo7982]

@@zoltancsikos5604 Have you read casperarms‘ comment above? I am obviously not the only one who thinks this way. And yes if you look at the pictures, it looks ridiculous.

[@rafflyaulia4237]

​@@zoltancsikos5604light and compact? How with those attachment the weapon like extremely ridiculous and cumbersome

[@rostyslavadamchuk3300]

You said it yourself: tank, truck drivers and crew, helicopter pilots and Artillery... those combat units are rarely enter close combat or engage enemy on open terrain... as for paratroopers the mobility and rapid deployment is the key... it was wrong weapon supplied to a wrong units!!!

[@toasterpastries5811]

*This just goes to show that pistol-caliber submachinguns are the most preferred for a subcompact weapon used by special forces, paratroopers. Shortened assault rifles simply don't work as well.*

[@mrguiltyfool]

I think pdw is what they prefer if sourcing ammo is not a concern

[@cherryperoxide]

​@@mrguiltyfool even those are way gentler than a fully juiced rifle caliber from a tiny rifle and if shooting is uncomfortable effectiveness drops

[@Ostin.Garba.]

Not true at all

[@ryanarchibald2907]

The success of the M4, mk18,… say otherwise

[@WielkaStopa-qh1rr]

No, they don't, especially in military conflicts.

[@harveywallbanger3123]

The Krink is a joke with an 8.1" barrel for the same reason an 8" 5.56 AR is a joke. That's entirely too short for that caliber, even for a PDW - you're blowing most of the powder out the front of the barrel even when it functions perfectly.

[@jimmyh6579]

Yup. Thats why bullpups are king.

[@LRRPFco52]

Powder is converted inside the chamber area and then a conflagration wave disperses through the bore forcing the projectile out. 5.45x39 does a great job of converting the propellant fast, as does pretty much any intermediate cartridge. The propellants are selected and tested to convert fully in the chamber, otherwise you have horrible problems with variable cyclic rate and gas port erosion, with flame shooting out the gas tube vents.

[@Ostin.Garba.]

@@jimmyh6579lol no

[@jimmyh6579]

@@Ostin.Garba. yes

[@Ostin.Garba.]

@@jimmyh6579 they aren’t every country that has employed one in the last 30 plus years is switching over to standard designs. The only thing bullpups do well are barrel length to total size.

[@mattheide2775]

Excellent analysis of the platform and I can only imagine the concussion and hearing loss the operator may get after shooting it. Thanks for the video.

[@bmrz38]

Have you heard of the MK18?

[@rifleshooterchannel208]

@@bmrz38Usually they have suppressors attached and the user is wearing ComTacs

[@76Longbow]

It have quite effective muzzle device. Not as loud as 10 barrel ar.

[@User78813]

​@@bmrz38I went to a range and next to me was a guy with some .308 with a short barrel. That was worse than being next to artillery. Seriously had a concussion with every shot. It made my AR sound like a .22

[@loquat4440]

I have on occasion when firing a 7.5 or 10 barrel AR in 7.62x39 or 5.56 forgotten to put the ear protection back on and it is loud. And does damage ones hearing for sure.

[@combatvet1307]

As a gunsmith, the greatest drawback I see from the AKS-74U was that the overly short barrel did not provide enough spin and barrel time to properly stabilize the 5.45x39mm round causing it to tumble and keyhole before hitting the target. At very close range this isn't as much of a problem, but at 200+ meters, it highly effected accuracy!

[@AkiWataru]

do any submachinegun shoot at range 200m? you just have more firepower in the same size as mp5 chillout

[@bryananderson3772]

​@@AkiWatarugunsmiths don't know anything about ballistics. They think they're god because they clean guns for hunters

[@imperialwatch1966]

Your claim about keyholing/tumbling with the 74U is false. At most there were minor issues with stabilization and accuracy at long distances in both cold and high-altitude environments, but even with the older ~1/8in or 200mm twist rate barrels that early Tula and Bulgarians krinks had there were barely any reports of keyholing or tumbling with those weapons. The root of this stereotype actually originates from poor US gunsmithing, as do several other misconceptions about Kalashnikov pattern weapons, where certain builders early on (Red Jacket) would not only put the surplus parts kits together poorly but also often used cut-down 16 inch AK-74 barrels instead of proper ones. This resulted frequently in improper crowning and asymmetrical profiles to actual barrels, both of which lead to accuracy and keyholing issues becoming common in some flawed kit builds. Contrast this with the performance of actual Eastern-manufactured AKS-74Us such as the Bulgarian SLR-104U in 2013, many of which were SBR'd and cut down to the clone correct 8.1 inch barrel, which had very few reports of keyholing at best.

[@AkiWataru]

@@imperialwatch1966 sooooooo they use diffrent rifle and call other bad :D hands down. Imo on Ukraine they are preety handy... and nobody complain about it ;)

[@imperialwatch1966]

@@AkiWataru Misinformation in the US about firearms is remarkably prevalent despite easy access to the internet and information unfortunately. The AKS-74U is a fantastic PDW and I hate to see it slandered by people who rely off of credentials alone for their points.

[@Grond73]

I can't imagine being a grunt and getting issued the AKS-74U. BRUTAL!!!

[@guyman7776]

I guess it could be worse you get issued a Mosin

[@n8bayonet]

​@@guyman7776 could be even worse your buddy could be issued the spare clip, like in ww 2.

[@sharky9075]

@@n8bayonet Except that that is Hollywood BS and didnt happen

[@BoltActionJokerMaxi]

@@n8bayonetthat didn’t happen, WW1 yes

[@Michael_Hunt]

​@@guyman7776I'd take the Mosin.

[@SHAHINQX]

Unlike it's motherland, in other parts of the world krinkov is really popular. I've seen many people in the middle east who shortened the barrel of AKs and RPKs to make one! Even though it is more expensive than a styer AUG in Yemen !

[@joshuagunderson6593]

Arabs adore the AK74u! Although I’ve heard this has something to do with it being a status symbol or something like that, either due to rarity or the association with officers or something. I wish I could remember. A I always found it really interesting.

[@guyman7776]

@@joshuagunderson6593 Supposedly during the Afghan War (in the 80s) if someone had one, it meant they got it from a pilot or tank crew, which means they shot a helicopter down, or blew up a tank, and got it as a trophy. There were also Soviet special forces that used it, so it could also mean they killed some special forces dudes to get it as well, so it was definitely a challenge to get one. You also had OBL with one in his propaganda videos.

[@quakethedoombringer]

@@joshuagunderson6593people that are equipped with the AKS 74U tend to be pilots or tankers. So if you happen to own one, chances are you successfully down a vehicle and still get to keep its occupant weapon intact

[@judsongaiden9878]

Navy SEALs liked to use sawed-off RPDs in Vietnam.

[@judsongaiden9878]

@@joshuagunderson6593 No such thing as "AK-74U." It's "AKS-74U." If it had a fixed stock and a short barrel, then it would be "AK-74U." The "S" indicates a folding stock on AKs prior to the standardization of the AK-74M in 1991. After that, side-folding stocks became a standard feature, rendering the "S" redundoink.

[@wareagle3651]

Keep your awesome videos coming. While I am a big collector and fan of all things AK, I get very excited when you release a new video.

[@danielrooney7964]

Pretty interesting, i wouldve thought the short and handy weapon would've been useful in places like grozny and other cities.

[@yoloman3607]

One of the only survivors of the first failed assault on Grozny was a BMP-1 crewman and he gave up his AKS-74U to the squad marksmen because he was having trouble in CQB with his SVD and forgot he could just take the scope off. He regrets giving up his krink because he was forced to flee the BMP and ran back to his lines without a gun.

[@SterbenTod]

Could you also talk about the East German AKS-74U, the MPi-AKS-74NK

[@byazura9824]

Im loving this channel, im learning so much i haven't known before

[@1982asd]

This weapon is designed to fit in combat vehicles, clean in confined spaces, and work well in the trenches. It is still produced by the Kalashnikov group, but not under this name and in a modernized version called the AK102 in a polymer version I would definitely buy one among others or a SIG553 with an 11" barrel as it fits in the car, it is also very suitable for home defense and fires strong military ammunition, so it is extremely suitable for self-defense but only in full auto mode The downside is the short barrel, so you can't go to war with it, but it's perfect for medium-range self-defense

[@cliccclacc6561]

You dont need full auto to be efficient in a self defense situation if you practice enough but I suppose the Russian army doesn’t have a need to train troops on stretching semi auto as far as it can go

[@MichaelDavis-mk4me]

"Subsonic ammunition has to be fired in single shot mode and be reloaded manually". I get what you mean, but you could fire it on full auto, you'll just shoot one bullet, semi-auto or full-auto aren't the cause of the problem. You make it sound like "single shot mode" is a thing that was meant for this rifle. A more accurate way of explaining the problem would rather be : "The subsonic ammo could not cycle the bolt, the operator had to cycle it each shot" I know it's obvious and most people can tell what you mean, but some people who don't know much about firearms might think the gun had a bolt-action mode.

[@lukkkasz323]

Yeah I was confused by this myself

[@greggtrubee9565]

These are very very light. even with a 30 in it. Side folder turns it into a very small package. I like the XM-177 also. Both serve their purpose for the situation. Thanks for the info. Well done.

[@ReapingRose115]

Another point that probably was the true killer of the 74U platform in primary service: Parts compatibility It's probably given a lot more love now thanks to the introduction of modernisation parts and better understanding of the compromises you're asking of such a small SBR (and its actual size with extended stock is about the same as an MP5, still a bit bulkier than something smaller but certainly a small bit of kit where needed). However, you have to think about the logistics of the AK platform of the time: There were AKs with underfolding stocks, side folding stocks, fixed stocks, and there were differences in the design of the 74 and the AKM including the different muzzle devices and gas ports. The AK100 series came around the 90s and was basically streamlining the process between various calibres to use similar parts. The introduction of the 105/104/102 variants of the AK basically were overall superior options in terms of performance and parts compatibility. While these 12.5 barrel rifles were longer than the 74U, they had minimal loss in velocity while in 5.45 and 7.62 and essentially could use the majority of parts from other variants (barring the barrel and integrated sight and gas block). Orders for the 74U died down around the early 90s so truthfully there hasn't been a request for new production models for more than thirty years, production lines were scrapped or repurposed for other rifles. If anything, it can get the job done, but in this day and age, there is no reason to pick it over a 105 or even 10-11.5 inch draco type guns you can get now if you're talking practical applications.

[@gordo3697]

Wouldnt all internal parts be the same as any ak74 minus the piston? They weren't running akms

[@korcommander]

The biggest issue is a high velocity, low weight bullet, that needs a longer barrel to not be absolute garbage not to shoot. I've seen all the issues with ARs below 14 in. It's extra dirty to run, the concussion might as well be a stun grenade, the sight radius is generally too short to reach out and touch someone (it doesn't help shorty ak sights are also atrocious), and decreased reliability.

[@robwalsh9843]

At first glance, it looks like the AK equivalent of the MP5. It doesn't seem suitable for a conflict like Chechnya which involved a lot of fighting in the forests and mountains. You want something with range.

[@stealmysunshine]

It shows why logistics is the most important thing in war.

[@TheFrenchBaguettes]

Not really if you look at fighting in ww2 or ww1 in mountain or forest Terrain the combat was usually quite close few hundred meters out most

[@robwalsh9843]

@@TheFrenchBaguettes very true, the Thompson, PPSH and the MP40 all performed well in forest terrain. But by the time of the First Chechen War the assault rifle had long since changed the battlefield. I wouldn't want a Thompson or an MP40 if the enemy has AK-47s. I'd want to have an AK-47 myself.

[@stealmysunshine]

@@TheFrenchBaguettes look at the Arditi in WW1. They usually just had knives and grenades and they were all on the Italian front so that was mountains and not much else

[@rilorobinson7685]

@@robwalsh9843 ak47 compared to the 74 long one, which one then?

[@Vatniks_are_clowns]

Thanks for the video! Weapon history is fascinating.

[@Cosmic085]

Ivan, we need a compact weapon for self defence. Ivan: use the AK. Ivan, we need a weapon for police use. Ivan: use the AK.

[@МихаилСаввинов-т7й]

АК-74У не любили не только с начала чеченской войны но и с начала принятия на вооружение в 70ых опытные военные в шутку называли этот автомат мечтой бандита подразумевая скрытое ношение но для реального боя где в среднем бои могут идти в расстоянии 350-500 метров этот автомат был абсолютно бесполезным и многие вояки в всерьез не воспринимали это оружие, промежуточный патрон и короткий ствол не сильно дружили друг с другом, примерно после 350 выстрелов ствол автомата быстро изнашивался и так ты мог попасть куда угодно но только не в цель. если речь идет об АК то сразу в голову приходит надежность но это не про АК-74У

[@user-ku12]

Хотел бы задать Вам вопрос: Креников по-прежнему производится в России и присутствует в Ираке с новым логотипом «Тула 87»? В некоторых комментариях говорится, что выпуск прекращен. Этот экземпляр в Ираке подделан.

[@quint3ssent1a]

I once read a book, sort of memoirs of a merc who worked in Iraq, not as a line soldier but instead as a bodyguard for high-profile civilians. He wrote that his weapon of choice was Zastava m92 with folding stock and 20-round mag, because it was compact (when folded) and in his line of work it was important sometimes to be armed but not conspicuous. Funniest thing is, Zastava m92 is a shortened AKM clone. Yes, it's a compact carbine chambered in 7.62. The dude hadn't elaborated on why exactly it was his #1 gun, but I guess he shot it not that often (7.62 from a short barrel = flashbang grenade) and, probably, in semiauto mode only.

[@jeremyweaver7689]

Why didn’t the Soviets just adopt the AMD-65?

[@AlphaChinoz]

The conclusion you came up with at the end, saying something like "the attempt to create a rifle that would suit everyone, ended up not really suiting anyone" reminds me of the American's attempt of making the universal camouflage pattern (UCP). It was supposed to be a camouflage that worked to some extent in every type of natural environment, but it ended up not concealing anyone well in any environment (except for some grandmothers' couches). It was abandoned relatively quickly, despite the enormous amounts of money going into its development and production...

[@joanelol1105]

Always waiting for a new video of yours, i love your videos man!

[@casperarms]

Thank you very much! It's always very pleasant, and every time it's like at the very beginning. Thank you very much again!

[@steezydan8543]

The AKS-74U is modelled very accurately in the game Escape From Tarkov, even depicting its real life MOA. Accurate single shots at a distance of 50 meters is doable with irons, but anything beyond that becomes very challenging without a good optic, Full auto fire is almost completely useless beyond point blank range, but within 15 meters is incredibly lethal. One of the coolest guns of all time, despite how impractical it actually is.

[@themostbestwizard]

The short AR-15 "commando" was hated by American soldiers for similar reasons.

[@seanmccullough3863]

I think there were two. The CAR-15 and the XM177. Both were developed during Vietnam and used by special forces. But you’re right, same problems as the krink.

[@donwyoming1936]

It was the Colt Commando with 10 inch barrel used in Somalia that Delta Force didn't like. Well, they actually said it was no more effective than their MP5s. I carried an XM177 for many years. It was loud, but it was a great carbine. Very light. And was a hoot in full auto.

[@Chiller11]

There were reliability issues with the 10.5 inch guns along with the giant muzzle flash and increased recoil and overheating issues. The flash hider or moderator on the Vietnam era CAR15’s was 4.25 inch so you end up with a 14.5 inch gun which is kinda funny but it did tame the muzzle flash and helped a bit with the noise and recoil. Apparently special operators liked it a lot. I think it’s one of the coolest AR15 variants out there.

[@rifleshooterchannel208]

Plenty of SOG guys who actually used said rifles in the jungles of Vietnam and Laos disagree with your assessment and give glowing reviews of the CAR-15

[@Michael_Hunt]

​@@rifleshooterchannel208Was about to post the same and saw your post. Yeah, I've only heard good things about the CAR-15 as well.

[@rizwanrauf9347]

I had this gun for many years its still on my prohibited bore license on Pakistan but sold it as it had problem firing and would Jam often in full auto mode , this is the most expensive rifle in Pakistan , am looking to buy its longer version Ak74 which is very reliable.

[@umartariq344]

I had it in Pakistan since 1992 and it never jams

[@dankim7488]

Its a good day when i go on youtube and Casper Arms uploaded a video. This is yet another informative and interesting video. Its crazy how that here in the US the krinkov (Russians dont call it that btw. Its an American coined nickname for the gun) is highly sought after and iconic. Didnt know its heavily disliked in Russia but after watching this video i can see why.

[@Goran1138]

This gun is not disliked by everyone, it is controversial weapon. Army don't like it, but police, mercenaries and civilian gun enthusiasts like it very much. In Russia usually it called "Ksyuha" (common women name, similiar to the AKSU acronym). Similiar situation was with famous Makarov pistol. Army more likes old 7.62mm TT for its high velocity round and great penetration power, police more like 9mm Makarov for stopping power.

[@marluxia8832]

@@Goran1138 AKS-74U are also known as "Suchka" (little bitch).

[@gn4128]

It is much liked by special forces btw.

[@80085.]

In case someone wondering what are these letters in AK(S)-74(U). It's Russian for /Skladnoy/ Складной (Foldable) and /Ukorocheni/ Укороченный (Shortened).

[@ramzimakarem1837]

Thanks for sharing your logical debate. My other concern is: Do you think the calibre 5.45 or 5.56 is as effective as the 7.62 x 39 in close combat ?

[@casperarms]

Thank you for your time.✨ This is a rather highly specialized issue, and I must honestly say that I don't even have the experience to responsibly state something about it. But if someone wants to know my amateur opinion, I think there is not much difference between 5 mm and 7 mm in close combat. But at the same time, if we are talking about police operations, then, for example, the Russian special forces often use 7.62 AK because it has less ricochet and it will not pierce ten more houses that are located behind the wall of the building in which the assault group is located. However, they willingly use both the 9mm Vityaz and the 5.45 AK, so even in such conditions, the 7.62 does not have any kind of comprehensive popularity

[@zerotonic2659]

I only hear "AKS only for you"

[@Modernww2fare]

😂

[@rowyerboat1]

When I saw that NSPU night sight come into frame, my first thought was damn they're putting a rocket launcher on the top rail.

[@mrdato116]

Я американского производства купил Palmetto AKSU под патрон 556. На 300 метров стреляю без проблем.

[@AldoSchmedack]

Yeah about that... not in a battlefield enviroment. You don't have minutes in combat for perfect aim on a bench. Sight radius is HORRIBLE.

[@AldoSchmedack]

And we aren't Russian, you can kill the Google Translate, it isn't accurate anyway.

[@ticket2space]

Awesome video man i learned a couple things about a gun i hold dearly. Btw did you guys see the 74u with a can and an underbarrel launcher? Holy cow im pretty sure that guy single handedly won the war based purely on style!

[@RyuTheAsian47]

Something not discussed is that while the gun isn't exactly ideal for combat, it had one very useful advantage: it integrated seamlessly into the existing supply networks, meaning that magazines and ammunition could be sourced as long as the unit was still being supplied. Given Russia's tendency toward simple and very pragmatic decisions regarding logistics, this may have been the bigger concern over whether the weapon performed as ideally as the standard infantry rifles

[@wendigoactual8325]

The whole point of the 74u was as an emergency weapon. The weapon isnt hated or ever was theyre actually very well liked especially now in ukraine with rapid and continuous trench assaults/defense. Its light handy and meant to be used when youre close and need it. Its not meant to be used outside of 100 meters. Its also not meant to be used with the nv scope. The 74u is still inservice and hasnt been replaced at all by the 105/104/101 or the pp19. Its reliable and can last 8000-12000 rounds between cleanings and is an excellent pdw weapin

[@imperialwatch1966]

You're absolutely correct, the majority of the hate for the firearm come from soldiers put into engagements with the AKS-74U that it wasn't made for as a PDW or from quickly obsolete modifications like the Canary system. If you evaluate the rifle with the perspective that it was always intended to be a backup weapon for helicopter pilots, armored crewmen, or soldiers not necessary on the front line, you can quickly understand the benefits.

[@wendigoactual8325]

@@imperialwatch1966 it was also issued to AT infantrymen that carried RPGs and light AT so they didn't have to mess with the extra bulk of a 74

[@bennettj6657]

at 0:26 it looks like that guy is hitting a dab cart

[@EnragedByCorn]

Keeping it lowkey

[@pigeonwithaglock1409]

the teacher looking sh

[@Mrcoldwarlarper]

Bro.. I'm hitting a cart rn as soon as I read this

[@stephensmith4480]

I have an AK105 That was used as a Training Aid when they were first issued. It is a completely field strippable weapon of exactly the same weight, the only difference is the Breech is solid in the Top Receiver so it won't chamber a Round.

[@justinspringstun5836]

Idk man I have a Bulgarian AK that is essentially an AKS-74U. And frankly it’s a fairly good rifle compared to a regular AKM-74. It’s only really accurate out to 300 yards or so. But in the roll of a PDW it’s honestly not bad. The flash is not bad at all with the bell muzzle device. And frankly it’s equally as reliable. It’s far better than a sub machine gun. And frankly I think it’s a fairly effective system for the PDW/ Special Forces close quarter combat area. Mine is a really good really handy rifle. Maybe the Russians do dislike them. But mine is really reliable enough for combat. And it’s a rifle made for American civilians. I think the AKS-74U is a great weapon frankly. Sure it’s got a wicked flash but every very short full rifle powered cartridge short carbine has those issues. Again it’s far better than carrying an SMG with different ammunition and magazines than your fellow soldiers. Frankly the Russian military classifies the AKS-74U as a sub machine gun. And at that roll it slays the pistol caliber SMG competition in many areas… idk brother I think this video was more hype than not. Love your channel bro but this is a fantastic Personal Defense Carbine frankly. Respectfully-Justin

[@mattheide2775]

Most of us have only shot an AK in video games. So your experience is awesome and you make a good argument for why it is better than a pistol caliber PDW. Also, the fact that the Soviets call it a sub machine gun makes it a sub machine gun 😁

[@casperarms]

Thank you for the kind words, brother! This respect and love are mutual! I will not hide it, the AKS-74U and I like it. This is one of the most beloved AK and rifles in general that have just been created. But practice, unfortunately, suggests the opposite. The main task of the guys in a helicopter, plane or tank, when their equipment is hit, is to get out of there as soon as possible. Even if they have the same types of ammunition as the soldiers, it doesn't really make sense. After all, there will be no such situation when the pilot or driver will be told on the radio: "Is your vehicle hit? Great - now take your rifle and grab that dugout over there." Because the effectiveness of these guys in shooting combat is minimal, and sending a tanker or pilot into battle, who took a lot of time and money for training, is just stupid. In practice, we see that they were seized from the troops, then from the pilots. It is almost never used in urban special forces. They stopped being produced in 1993, and now they are mostly left only to truck drivers and the police. But they don't change them simply because: "Why? They shouldn't shoot them anyway." Sincerely yours!

[@woodsghost9088]

Everything the video maker said is backed up by stuff I've seen and heard. Basically, it's a status weapon for cool pictures. Otherwise, people who actually do work with a rifle don't like it. And I can see why people in Soviet armor would feel it was too bulky for their especially tight quarters. The round, at the muzzle, is as powerful as a .357 Magnum with a 6 inch barrel. And it rapidly drops off in power as it sails down range. It quickly becomes like a .22lr in actual power. Same happens when you cut a 5.56 barrel down to 8 inches. Better than a 9mm carbine? I can see that argument. But I can also see why end users would want ANYTHING else. Which was the point of the video.

[@ZombieCSSTutorials]

But remember, the civilian market has better quality guns by default. These guns are being put to work and reused, i'll take the infantry's word they didn't work out so well for them. Also, is interchangeable ammo important for short range, perhaps limited conflicts this gun was intended for? I'm not sure, doesn't seem like it to me.

[@bmrz38]

I have one also and I agree with you 💯

[@baronvonsnazzy3355]

The round didn’t get enough velocity out of that barrel length to preform adequately.

[@hailexiao2770]

On the rear sight issue, why didn't the designers copy those on the Rk 62?

[@jason200912]

Submachineguns are equally as heavy as compact rifles. If they wanted smaller then they should have got a vz61 machine pistol or a mac10 or micro uzi

[@trickyfoxx6941]

Sounds more like the weapon was meant to be an smg and got issued incorrectly by some paper pusher who simply saw a short weapon and said lets give it to the para guys which worked out about as well as giving an entire battalion mp5s. Time and place for everything 1 smg in a squad to lay out suppressive fire in tight quarters is all you need. Thats why their rate of fire is so high on smgs its meant to suppress when in buildings and hallways where trying to use a bigger SAW LMG type weapon is not as maneuverable

[@rifleshooterchannel208]

SMGs are meant for suppressive fire now? Interesting claim.

[@typorad]

In more antiquated doctrine when most countries were running bolt actions, but today any modern rifle can suppress.​@@rifleshooterchannel208

[@carnage77]

CIVILIAN WORD SALAD

[@carnage77]

​@@rifleshooterchannel208 You made me laugh. Please accept my thumb-up. 😂

[@trickyfoxx6941]

@@rifleshooterchannel208 in closed indoor situations yes they are just ask a swat guy what he uses his mp5 for in tight spaces when taking fire bet he sprays it

[@TacShooter]

And yet the PSA Krink in 5.56mm can make 400 meter hits on a man-size target and seems to be pretty reliable, even with a suppressor.

[@bmrz38]

Because they are. Cheers

[@Precisionstriker]

Very enlightening. I respect the quality of information. You have my subscription for this.

[@dantauche7917]

Incredibly interesting video

[@DarkCatfish]

If they don't like them I'll have them.

[@Enraged-Gecko]

The sights weren’t the only detriment to accuracy. Short-barrel rifles often suffer from yawing during travel. Yawing is great for increasing lethality, but the projectile must remain stable in-route to the target.

[@ahmadalwazzan384]

if you played call of duty 4 in 2007/2008 you know this is the best SMG!

[@KrinX-n1l]

Fr but irl its not lol

[@lukkkasz323]

It's clunky af in that game too, but at least It's effective.

[@ramO-jp8tp]

I laughed out loud at 4:05 when the dude put the optic on, also i wish you said some of the nick names the rifle got.

[@waynesimpson2074]

Yes, as others have already detailed the technical reasons for this weapon making the shooter temporarily deaf and blind whilst using it, the SU was called the 'little bitch' if I remember rightly?

[@bobbyreports]

great video!

[@thelongvirtuesignal8551]

Thank you for this good video.

[@daerth_4433]

but still having that large calibar in SMG size is huge deal

[@tonyritter2539]

when were they making the 7.62x39 ones?

[@JohanDanielsson8802]

Beside AK-74 and AKS-74U, there was also the AKS-74: like the AK-74, but with folding stock of metal. The weight difference between AKS-74 and AKS-74U was only a half kilogram. I think AKS-74 was probably a better option than AKS-74U.

[@fwdcnorac8574]

How much I learned about guns from playing Escape From Tarkov is wild. I could keep up with the narrator at every point in this video. In fact, I was mentally reviewing the modifications I could make to the weapon to make it more viable in various environments. For example, I would remove the standard dust cover and irons and replace them with a Legal Arsenal Pilgrim railed dust cover and an EOTech 553 holographic sight. The wooden 6P26 Sb.6 handguard would be tossed for an Alfa Arms Goliaf M-LOK handguard. I would swap the standard muzzle break for a SilencerCo Hybrid 46 Direct Thread Mount adapter. Attached to that would be an obligatory SilencerCo Hybrid 46 multi-caliber sound suppressor. And underneath that handguard would be a Magpul M-LOK AFG tactical foregrip. That AKS-74U skeletonized stock is hot garbage, and that would be replaced by an AKS-74/AKS-74U Zenit PT lock with PT-3 "Klassika" stock for better stability. Finally, the standard pistol grip would be swapped out for an Izhmash-manufactured AK-12 grip for additional stability. I know I'm a dork. Roast me.

[@MrGaidamak]

In Russian-Ukrainian war, storm troopers love this weapon for trench warfare. It's light, thus you have an easier time getting to enemy trenches. Combat distance is rarely above 50 meters, so accuracy doesn't matter much.

[@justalurker3489]

About to watch: I'm going to guess that a velocity-dependent round in a small caliber through a very short barrel might be bad for terminal ballistics. Especially back when ammo options aren't able to compensate (as with modern short 5.56×45 options).

[@mat_h03]

dayz players know exactly why russian soldiers hate this ak

[@bololollek9245]

Thing with AK-47 was that USSR viewed it as a submachine gun, and the SKS was intended as the mainline rifle. Mihail Kalashnikov as a former tanker actually designed it as such a weapon. Right (before) when the AKM came into production though, evaluations by the Soviet army made them conclude that the Kalashnikov automatic rifle performs sufficiently at the ranges where the standard rifle SKS otherwise was used, so SKS production stopped in favour of more AKMs. Special AKS variants (S for складной, folding) were created as requested by paratroopers, tank crews and others (VMF i think?), but these used the MP-40/PPS-43 style folding stock, which was OK for the pistol calibre submachineguns, but terrible for 7.62×39 automatic rifle. After own research and having observed western 5.56×45 rifles in Vietnam among other places, the 5.45×39 calibre AK-74 was developed in the 70s, and experiences with the 7.62 AK rifles let them start creating all variants pretty early on. AK-74 was the standard base infantry rifle with wood grip and stock, updated muzzle brake and mounts for traditional bayonette and GP-25. AKS-74 was the paratrooper variant, same barrel and mechanics as the base rifle but with an open metal frame sidefolder, much sturdier than previous 7.62×39 AKS. Then the RPK-74, which was the LMG variant with longer and heavier barrel than base rifle (and AKS), what was considered a more LMG appropriate wooden stock, bipod, and bigger magazines. What made the AK-74, AKS-74 and RPK-74 so great was the complete compatibility of parts from base rifle and AKS-74, and the very good compatibility of parts with those two and RPK-74. Then came AKS-74U, as a final nail-in-the-coffin replacement for the PPS-43 in tanks and other special usecases. It was imagined as a sort of PDW or special circumstance use weapon. They knew it was not an ideal gun in a firefight, but from a perspective of logistics and production it was totally ideal thanks to large degree of parts compatibility and similarity to base rifle (and thus also AKS-74 and RPK-74), and from an operational command point of view the poorer capability of the gun was of little consern as it was not supposed to be used so much at the front anyways, only in emergency situations like tank crew evacuation. In the 90s though, with the utter chaos that came with USSR collapse, AKS-74U guns were pressed into battle as rifles for the disorganized infantry, where they of course were disliked since they were not intended for that use.

[@JoeCensored]

Surprising with how sought after they are in the US.

[@creightonleerose582]

IF they'd chambered the AKSU in 7.62x39 it'd be MUCH better as a CQB/VDV/AFV-Arty crew weapon. 5.45 DOES have its merits as its VERY control-worthy in FA applications, depending upon WHERE its used, RANGE & WHAT its used against, but 7.62 short is a near perfect compromise within standard combat distances 0-200 yards. It can handle lateral >>wind loads, punching through barriers/light cover, doesnt deflect/go zinging off n' odd directions due to hitting a small BRANCH in front of targets like small, hi-velocity rounds tend to do in forested environs. But after 250-300 7.62x39 drops lika stone, which 5.45 doesnt.... -Military armories, much like any ordinary mechanics garage require different tools for differing tasks. Such being what it comes down too. But yet, just because something 'Isnt The Right Tool For The Job' certainly doesnt mean it wont suffice to complete a specific task, yes?...;) Great vid

[@DeaFX]

Bro has that Minecraft villager accent

[@jackraider9113]

The AKS74U is the sexiest gun ever made wya

[@Mr_Fu_Manchu]

Well, if you want a compact rifle, you have to make some compromises. Yes, the short AK project was not well conceived but a good soldier works with whatever he has.

[@Bornst3ll3r]

Hey mecho have you gotten over your gambling addiction?

[@Mr_Fu_Manchu]

@@Bornst3ll3r I am still recovering from stupid replies phobia!

[@Whiskey__Jackk]

Where did this info come from?

[@tryzub353]

Very interesting, learned something new!

[@eldepe6556]

Probably because they took away the power adjustment setting, making the bullets weak

[@DefunctYompelvert]

Don’t see why they didn’t just keep the PPS43 as the sub machine gun and 7.62x25 as standard pistol cartridge. The US kept the M3 smg until the 1990s

[@lancerecht621]

Carbines in a long range environment..... sounds familiar

[@officedullard8722]

It still passed the vibe-check though.

[@mikecampos1193]

Imagine being a loner in STALKER and that is the main weapon you find TOZ it's probably the better choice cuz it it fires slugs

[@keeperofthecheese]

Feel like I'm watching Ren and Stimpy.

[@FlamosSnow]

Please, please do a video on the ak-104, 105, 102!

[@loquat4440]

The english used is a little strange but I was able to mentally interpret to the correct phrases. There are short barreled versions of the AR-15 that are legally stated by US law to be pistols and in many areas a civilian may own them. When chambered for fully loaded rounds as the 5.56, 5.45x39, 7.62x39, and 300 black out such pistols give a tremendous muzzle flash and muzzle blast. The subsonic loads in the 300 blackout are supposed to be quieter. Many people opt out for the AR pistol chambered in the 9x19mm parabellum pistol cartridge. The AR design allows a greater degree in flexibility over the AK and in US is now a less inexpensive firearm to buy for the lower tiered produced guns. A civilian can get a usable AR-15 carbine for about $500 US and a dependable AKM rifle will cost at least $800 if not more.

[@petesheppard1709]

Nice overview! Thanks! Given that the AK47 was originally intended to be employed as a submachine gun, this is really interesting.

[@co.1157]

Why are so many commenting about your voice?

[@casperarms]

Because the new video was voiced by the announcer, not mine

[@dauzlee2827]

No wonder why there isn't any newer or modernized AKS-74u ever made today

[@afghyddvhuyrsxcn3296]

Palmeto State Armory recently made an AKS-74U for the States (we cant import forien weapons dut to several import laws) this weapon is routinly reviewed as a bad SBR one thing that was missed is that because of the shorter barrel, gas system and a different hangaurd from teh ak-74 the front handguard heats up rapidly and does little for heat dispersion so it it easy to burn yourself. it seems like this is reflected in the video with many soilders holding the gun by the magazine instead of the handguard which can increase feed issues and malfunctions.

[@saltycanadian6190]

They should have modernized a sub machine their troops liked the most from their time in WW2. Gave it a folding locking stock, and a folding locking mag well that allows a mag to be installed while in the storage position. Then when moving to the firing position the mag well would swivel on a basic rivet and metal bushing hinge. Locking the mag well beside the trigger with a spring loaded pin on both sides of the weapon. They would need a storage position in the mag well for the mag, as well as a firing position. Where you give it an extra slap to chamber a round when “building” the sub machine gun. Slap the mag into battery, charge the weapon and fire. I don’t even design guns and I know the ask74u would be shit.

[@Anonym-yr4qn]

2:50 Whaddaya mean "overly powerful"??? If you have to engage in combat, you WANT to have something that goes through military grade body armor and essentially no SMG or other PDW does. WTF?? What are they supposed to do? Use something that's *barely* good enough against body armor? What would that even be??? This doesn't make sense and since Artillery crews and tankers are not supposed to primarily go up against other individual combatants in Firefights anyways, the shorter range seems perfectly fine??? Actually seems just right for CQB. ...And the weight can't possibly be THAT much higher than what a PPSH had?? (Which would suffer from basically all the same issues.) So what's the point here??? 4:00 Fair enough, but that gun is NOT supposed to be used for infantry anyways! It's designed, for only Personal defense and that's what it does. Most complaints just sound like whining tbh and the only legitimate issue so far, is the overheating. ...Which is an issue with all full-auto guns essentially, when you do mag dumps in quick succession.

[@ria_mutia_bahtiar]

Can you make video about ots-14?

[@TheGearTester]

(3:19) Kiss your hearing goodbye!!!

[@n4spd396]

Before the recoil changes it was soo uncontrollable last wipe....

[@Duka6]

I served with this in og COD 4 MW frooom back in thee dayyy

[@scapegoat762]

What is the ammunition with white projectile at 4:45?

[@morskoj-bibis]

It's a army-issued round 7X3. The cartridge is used with a special muzzle device, which provides the pressure of the gases necessary for the automatic operation of the weapon and the destruction of the plastic bullet imitator. The blank cartridge is equipped with a plastic bullet, which, when passing through the barrel bore, is destroyed in the muzzle device. Those rounds are actually dangerous when shooting point-blank cos some fragments of a plastic imitator are still present and can cause damage.

[@scapegoat762]

@@morskoj-bibis So, basically a blank, like the old Swedish wooden projectile blanks, or the German plastic 7.62x51mm blanks?

[@morskoj-bibis]

@@scapegoat762 yeah, that’s right

[@scapegoat762]

@@morskoj-bibis Thanks for the info!

[@sloanmagnum5009]

Plastic practice round. Not sure why guy above had to over complicate that

[@jesusrivera2970]

If they improved the barrel and gas system on that thing, it would actually turn out to be reliable like their counterparts, I’m no AK guy or gun-nut in general but one thing is fs, the AKs gas system has to be one of the best things the USSR has ever invented……

[@DeerBoy736]

Why the vehicle crews weren't simply issued with an smg? OTs-02 Kiparis already existed at this time right?

[@N0P3Sugar]

Maybe it’s because they are reluctant on design with a small caliber due to their worry of magazines are not swappable to the bigger Ak thus using 7.62 ammo tends to have a large explosive force for recoil and not enough barrel to travel the bullets. If only they change the caliber maybe they would have a perfect PDW as Ak variants are more reliable than its American counterparts specially on harsh lands