This video explores historical and modern gear designed for carrying the distinctive pan magazines of the DP-27 machine gun. It covers the early Soviet stamped steel can, which was cumbersome, and the improved World War II cloth carrying bag with a shoulder strap. The description highlights the continued use of the DP-27 by Ukrainian Territorials and showcases a modern Ukrainian-made Akinak 2-pan Multicam pouch, along with mentioning a gunner's backpack. The video aims to provide solutions for carrying these inconveniently shaped magazines.
This video delves into the history and features of the RP-46, a rarely seen Soviet belt-fed machine gun. Developed as a solution to bridge a capability gap after World War II, the RP-46 was an adaptation of the DP/DPM machine gun, designed to accept belted ammunition. The video details its design modifications, including a strengthened gas system, folding shoulder support, and a heavier barrel. It also touches on the limited information available regarding its production numbers and operational use, suggesting it may not have been produced in large quantities or has largely disappeared from historical records. The RP-46 served until its replacement by the PK machine gun.
This video focuses on the RP-46, a rarely seen belt-fed Degtyarev machine gun. The content likely explores its historical context, design, and potential operational aspects. Given the title and description mentioning 'forgotten weapons', 'USSR', 'WW2', and 'Cold War', the video aims to educate viewers about a less common but significant piece of Soviet military hardware. The inclusion of a machine gun tag and the channel's likely focus suggest a detailed examination or review.
This video provides a detailed comparison and analysis of the Degtyarev DP-27 and its updated variant, the DPM. It highlights the design changes implemented in the DPM, such as relocating the recoil spring, introducing a pistol grip and manual safety, and modifying the bipod. The description emphasizes the DPM's improved handling while retaining the original's simplicity and cost-effectiveness, acknowledging the persistent issue with the pan magazines. The video offers a Patreon-exclusive full version with range footage in 4K resolution.
This video delves into the history and development of the Soviet DShK-38 heavy machine gun, a .50 caliber weapon initially designed for anti-aircraft roles. It traces the evolution from the initial DK prototype with a drum magazine to the DShK (DShK 38) featuring the Shpagin belt feed system. The description highlights its adoption in 1938, limited World War II production, and its later integration into armored vehicles with the DshKM variant. The specific example featured is an early 1939 production piece, possibly a Finnish capture from the Winter War or Continuation War. The video explores its technical aspects and historical significance.
This video explores the PTRS-41, a Soviet semi-automatic antitank rifle developed during World War II. It highlights the urgent need for such weapons following the Barbarossa invasion and the contributions of designers Degtyarev and Simonov. The PTRS-41, chambered in the powerful 14.5x114mm cartridge, is contrasted with the single-shot PTRD-41, noting its increased firepower but longer production time. The video mentions the weapon's service throughout the war, its post-war storage, and its occasional appearance even today. It also connects the PTRS-41 to the development of Simonov's later SKS rifle, noting the SKS's lineage from this powerful antitank platform. Access to a rare PTRS-41 was provided by the Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and Military History in Brussels.
This video features a rare late-production Degtyarev PPD 34/38 submachine gun being taken to the range. The PPD 34/38 was a rapid development following early Winter War battles, even as the improved PPD 40 was being engineered. The content focuses on the handling and performance of this uncommon firearm, offering a glimpse into its operational characteristics.
This video analyzes the Chinese Type 56 RPD, focusing on its design principles and Soviet adoption rather than Chinese use. It delves into the RPD's role as a squad support weapon, its adoption alongside the SKS and AK due to the effectiveness of the 7.62x39mm cartridge for infantry roles. The analysis highlights the RPD's gas-operated, flapper-locked mechanism, its belt-fed system with a 100-round drum carrier, and the rationale behind its fixed barrel design for controlled bursts. The video also touches upon its replacement by the RPK as a more logistically sound option.
This video examines Captain Carl Pelo's 1954 prototype semi-automatic rifle, developed by Sako. The design features a short recoil mechanism with locking flaps, similar to Degtyarev machine guns. Pelo attempted to market his rifle to Finnish, British, and Swedish forces without success, primarily due to procurement issues and Finland's eventual adoption of the 7.62x39mm cartridge, rendering his design obsolete. Despite performing well in Finnish trials, it was rejected. The video showcases a rare surviving example from Sako's factory museum.
This video details the DS-39, a Soviet 'universal' machine gun developed to replace the Maxim. Designed by Degtyarev in the late 1920s, it was intended for tripod, vehicle, and anti-aircraft roles, chambered in 7.62x54R and using Maxim belts. Despite adoption in 1939 and limited service in the Winter War, the DS-39 suffered from critical malfunctions, including out-of-battery detonations and a unique failure where the bolt would extract a live cartridge from the belt. Due to insurmountable issues, production ceased after only a year, with just over 10,000 units made. The Red Army reverted to the Maxim, and a new program led to the Goryunov SG-43. The Finnish Army captured some DS-39s and reportedly made improvements.
This video delves into the variations of the RP46, the final iteration of the Degtyarev DP27/DPM light machine gun. It highlights the RP46's modification to accept belt feeding, differentiating it from its predecessors. The content showcases a Russian-made set of RP46 parts, a North Korean Type 64 variant, and an American-made reproduction top cover by SMG Guns of Texas. The video emphasizes the often overlooked changes to the RP46, such as the redesigned gas block, and discusses improvements in the reproduction adapter.
This video delves into the history and mechanics of the Soviet PTRD-41, an iconic World War II antitank rifle. It highlights how the weapon's simple, single-shot, recoil-operated design allowed for rapid production and deployment during the initial stages of the German invasion. The description also mentions the comparable PTRS-41 and the powerful 14.5mm cartridge used by both, detailing the rifle's effectiveness against various hardened targets even after facing more heavily armored tanks.
