The strength of the Kalashnikov light machine gun was tested by non-stop shooting. Were not afraid to bring weapons
The concern's specialists carried out the inspection"Kalashnikov". The tests were carried out in the city of Vyatskie Polyany (Kirov region). The location was not chosen by chance - the Kalashnikov light machine gun, as well as its modifications, have been produced in this city since 1961.
For testing, they took a new weapon in 1974. All this time it was stored in a warehouse. For firing, cartridges of 7.62 mm caliber were used.
After 975 rounds were fired,the expert noticed large flashes. He called it a harbinger of the end. By the 1005th shot, an open flame appeared. There was a small explosion on the 1232nd round. The machine gun jammed.
In general, the Kalashnikov light machine gun "lived" less than the AK-103. That's because his rate of fire is much higher.