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Two PLAGF soldiers with their QBZ-95s march
Two PLAGF soldiers with their QBZ-95s march through mountainous terrain, during Elbrus Ring international competition (Photo: Wiki

QBZ-95: An Overview of China’s Indigenous Assault Rifle

China has made significant strides in firearms development over the years, and the QBZ-95 or Type 95 assault rifle is a testament to this fact. It is a modern weapon family that
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Kel-Tec RDB with scope mounted
Kel-Tec RDB with scope mounted (Photo: XY)

Kel-Tec RDB: The Ambidextrous Bullpup Rifle

The Kel-Tec RDB is a ground-breaking bullpup carbine that has revolutionized the platform. Manufactured by Kel-Tec Industries of Florida, this semi-automatic rifle is chambered in 5.56×45mm NATO. The RDB is a fully
3 years ago
Soldier firing an M16 rifle at a target
A U.S. Army soldier demonstrates his marksmanship skills at the Best Junior Officer Competition in Grafenwoehr, Germany (Photo: US Army)

M16: A Timeless Symbol of American Military Excellence

The M16 is a rifle designed for military use, originating from the ArmaLite AR-15. It was officially dubbed the Rifle, Caliber 5.56 mm, M16 and quickly became the standard firearm for American
3 years ago
Czech Special Operator armed with CZ BREN 2
Czech Special Operator armed with CZ BREN 2 at the shooting range (Photo: XY)

CZ BREN 2: The next generation of BREN

The CZ BREN 2 is a line of rifles offered in two calibers: 223 and 7.62×39. It is a modular, gas-operated assault rifle created by Česká zbrojovka Uherský Brod. With its modular
3 years ago
Special operations forces operator aiming through reflex sight on Colt Canada C7 rifle
Precision in action: A special ops operator takes aim with their Colt Canada C7 rifle, equipped with a reflex sight for improved accuracy (Photo: XY)

Colt Canada C7: Over 150 Modifications for Improved Performance

The Colt Canada C7 is a highly reliable and accurate service rifle issued to the Canadian Armed Forces since 1977. It is a licensed version of the M16 assault rifle and boasts
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The Evolution of the AK Rifle: From AK-47 to AK-74 in Action
A soldier holding an AK-style rifle while standing in a forest (Photo: XY)

Kalashnikov AKM: One of the most produced versions of the AK

The AKM is a Soviet-designed 7.62mm automatic rifle created by Mikhail Kalashnikov. It is an upgraded version of the AK-47 rifle, which was developed during the 1950s. The Soviet Red Army adopted
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Russian soldier with AS VAL
Russian soldier with AS VAL (Photo: XY)

AS VAL: The Next Generation of Soviet Suppressed Rifles

The AS VAL, a silenced assault rifle, was engineered in the mid-1980s for Soviet special operations units. Its purpose was to supersede the AK-47 and AKM rifles, which lacked integral suppressors. Today,
3 years ago
Serbian police officers armed with Colt M4 Commando rifles during training drill
Several Serbian police officers are shown during a training drill, armed with Colt M4 Commando rifles. The officers are dressed in tactical gear and are standing in a line, with their rifles at the ready. (Photo: XY)

Colt M4 Commando: Precision and Versatility in One Package

The Colt M4 Commando is a compact, high-performance rifle known for its reliability and versatility. While the original Colt Commando was based on the M16A1, the M4 Commando was based on the
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