One of our astute readers ran across this Russian video of the Chechen War featuring a Soldier firing a PKM machine gun fed from a backpack. The scene depicted above is at 1:13 on this song video from the move, “Specnaz.”
Thank you LF.
Archive for the ‘weapons’ Category
B5 Systems – SOPMOD now on Facebook (upgrades coming)
Saturday, May 26th, 2012Soldier Systems Daily has covered B5 Systems since the beginning; there some new developments coming, including the lighter Bravo version and some ‘upgrades’ in construction (hopefully to be seen in use by mid-Summer).
The 160th SOAR have used them, some of the numbered Groups have used them, and line infantry units are starting to pick them up. The Enhanced SOPMOD by B5 Systems has been seen in several interesting places overseas and by all accounts the troops using them really like them. The civilian version now has a little brother coming out, with some new features (a new latch, a quick detach anti-rotational sling swivel) and a textured surface.
From the new Facebook page; SOPMOD in a recent Disruptive Environment exercise in NYC. Photography by Jon Chang/Haley Strategic
B5 Systems is live now on Facebook, featuring some really nice photography of the SOPMOD in use (along with many other well-regarded products). The stocks are coming in MultiCam, A-TACs, FDE, black and others (all with color-matched hardware). Most of the new stocks will be coming with the anti-rotational QD, based on feedback from end users and training personnel, but they’ve already heard from some organizations that prefer them with a standard QD so both will probably remain in production.
Check out B5 Systems new Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/B5Systems
SOFIC – Wilcox Industries
Wednesday, May 23rd, 2012Wilcox is offering new cam lock flip mounts for the EOTECH (including 3x magnifier) and Aimpoint optics.
They offer right or left flip designs.
It uses a Wilcox dovetail mount design.
In addition to the thumbscrew adjustment, they also offer a flush mount with recessed bolts.
SOFIC – SureFire
Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012
SureFire provides several products to USSOCOM as part of the SOPMOD and Joint Weapons Accessories programs. Here you can see the M720V weapon light that emits both white and IR light (including strobe). The flash hider and suppressors were selected as part of the Family of Muzzlebrakes and Suppressors. The larger can is the SOCOM762 – RC and the smaller is the SOCOM556 – RC. Deliveries are in Flat Dark Earth as shown.
SOFIC – DSArms RPD Carbine
Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012
DSArms showed us their RPD carbine. Most parts are manufactured in the US with the exception of a few that originate in Poland. They’ve added a new buffer system that lowers the firing rate to 500-525 rpm and actually makes it easier to cock. Additionally, they’ve integrated a new fore end that features mil std 1913 rails (also compatible with existing RPDs). As you can see, there’s also an M4 carbine-style stock and MAG-style grip. The charging handle is non-reciprocating and has a folding handle. In spite of all of the changes (and more), they’ve dropped the weight to 13.5 lbs (about 2.5 lbs). This model is 7.62 x 39mm but look for info on more calibers soon (both NFA and semi).
Good FrogLube Video
Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012There’s been a lot of buzz about FrogLube over the last few months although we first mentioned it over a year ago. This video does a good job of explaining the product for those of you that haven’t tried it yet.
Learn more about FrogLube on their Facebook page.
-DR
Blackheart International Foreign Weapons Course – The Complete Series
Sunday, May 20th, 2012We’ve aggregated the serialized course review from SSD’s attendance at the Blackheart International Foreign Weapons Course. It makes reading easier and a few things have been updated.
soldiersystems.net/blackheart-international-foreign-weapons-course
MagPod Delayed Until October
Sunday, May 20th, 2012
In an announcement on the MagPod Facebook page, it was revealed that they will delay the release of the product at least until October as they still need to finalize material selection and also plan on at least one more round of refinements to the design along with associated product testing.
