Can an AK shoot underwater?

Thanks to the team at Smarter Every Day and The Slow Mo Guys, the AK-47 is also a way to learn about physics! Underwater, the bullet travels only about 5 to 6 feet (in the air, it can travel some 1,300 feet). That's neat if unsurprising; water is much denser than air and puts up greater resistance.

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What guns can fire underwater?

The ASM-DT amphibious rifle is an early example of such a weapon. First fielded by the Russian special forces in 2000, the folding-stock ASM-DT amphibious rifle is capable of firing two kinds of ammunition, both of 5.45 mm caliber: 5.45×39mm rifle cartridge (7N6 enhanced penetration variant) for above water use.

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How long can AK-47 bullet go?

Cartridge case length is 38.6 millimetres (1.5 in), weight is 18.21 grams (281.0 gr). Projectile weight is normally 8 grams (123 gr). The AK-47 and AKM, with the 7.62 × 39 mm cartridge, have a maximum effective range of around 300 meters (330 yd).

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Why does the AK-47 never jams?

Compared with other assault rifles, the AK-47 has generous clearance between its moving parts. That is bad for accuracy, but it means that the mechanism is unlikely to jam, no matter how clogged it gets with Sudanese sand or Nicaraguan mud.

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How deep will a bullet go in water?

Typical bullets can travel just a few feet through the water before they're slowed to a stop. CAV-X bullets can reportedly travel 60 meters underwater, and can go through 2 centimeters of steel fired from 17 meters away, indicating that it could even be used to penetrate submarines.

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Firing an AK47 Underwater

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Are bullets lethal underwater?

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — There's a reason bad guys in spy movies use harpoon guns when they have to fight underwater. Regular bullets lose their deadly momentum when traveling through liquid or other dense substances.

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Do Glocks shoot underwater?

The gun will work and sound the same underwater as it would on the surface. The bullet casing is waterproof, so when it collides with the firing pin it causes the gun to ignite, regardless if it is underwater.

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Do Navy SEALs use AK 47s?

SEALs typically use M4a1, MK 18 CQBR or MK 17 SCAR-H rifles but occasionally train with foreign weapons such as this Chinese-made variant of the Russian-designed AK-47/AKM Kalishnikov rifle. The Norinco Type 56 is a 7.62mmx39mm caliber assault weapon that is widespread use among America's enemies around the world.

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Is AK more reliable than AR?

AR-15 rifles are lighter and have a higher rate of accuracy than the AK-47, but the AK-47 is considerably cheaper and more dependable in comparison. Both are extensively used by the military and police, as well as for general purpose hunting rifles and self-defense.

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Why AK-47 is better than AR-15?

The AK-47 shoots a 7.62x39mm caliber that penetrates and damages its intended target greater than the caliber shot from an AR-15. With this larger caliber, the AK-47 has greater "stopping power" than the 5.56/. 223 round of the AR-15.

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Can AK-47 penetrate a wall?

A fully jacketed bullet from an assault rifle, such as an AK-47, will go much further and can easily shoot through a brick wall.

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How far is AK-47 accurate?

What is the effective range of an AK-47? If you are a good shooter, it's about 200 meters (650 feet). In a combat situation where you haven't much time to aim, it's less than 150 meters (500 ft). If you have an AK-47 with a folding stock, it might be even less.

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What is a shark gun?

A powerhead is a specialized firearm used underwater that is fired when in direct contact with the target. Powerheads are often used for spear fishing and against sharks or alligators for sport, defense, or to kill nuisance animals.

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Do guns work in space?

Assuming you are floating freely in space the gun will work just as it does on Earth. However, the bullet will continue moving for many thousands of years, eventually coming to a stop due to the friction from the diffuse material found in 'empty' space (or when it encounters another object).

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What does M stand for in M16?

No, they the M and M16 and M4 and all the other model numbers does not stand for military. It stands for model. Make sense. It makes plenty of sense.

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What gun is more powerful than the AK-47?

The standard U.S. military rifle (M-16) is substantially more destructive than its Russian counterpart (AK-47) when fired at short range into clay blocks, despite the fact that the AK-47 is of larger caliber and fires a much heavier bullet with a kinetic energy (muzzle) 25% greater when compared to the M-16.

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Is An AK-47 good for home defense?

The AK-47 is OK

Like any firearm, it is not ideal for everything, but the modern semi-automatic AK-pattern rifle makes for a good house and truck gun. No, it isn't the best choice for use in thin-walled apartments and, yes, some will still stand by their sidearms as the masters of indoor defensive shooting.

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Did US soldiers use AK-47 in Vietnam?

AK-47, AKM, and Type 56 – Captured rifles were used by South Vietnamese and U.S. forces.

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What rifles does the US Secret Service use?

The Counter Assault Team (CAT) and the Emergency Response Team (ERT) both use the 5.56mm Knight's Armament Company SR-16 CQB assault rifle in an 11.5" configuration. CAT also deploys 12 gauge Remington 870 MCS breaching shotguns.

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What pistol does the CIA use?

The CIA prefers the Glock 19 as its weapon of choice, with its 9mm rounds, but operatives have access to a wide variety of other calibers within the Glock platform to choose from, if so desired. Some prefer the higher . 45 caliber Glock 30. Move over, James Bond, for the Sig Sauer's P228 is another favorite.

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Does it hurt a Glock to dry fire it?

It's ok to dry fire your GLOCK pistol, but we recommend using a snap cap or dummy round if you will be dry firing for a long period of time. What kind of ammunition should I use in my GLOCK pistol?

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Is it OK to drop a Glock?

The trigger safety is designed to prevent the pistol from firing if it's dropped or if the trigger is subjected to any pressure that isn't a direct firing pull.

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Do Glocks not jam?

Although Glock pistols are famously reliable, they can still jam. If this happens, there are several steps you can take to clear the jam and get your pistol back up and running. First, try to clear the jam by rapping the bottom of the magazine sharply on a hard surface a few times.

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