Weapons of USSR

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Anti-Tank Weapon
	PTRD-41	A Soviet anti-tank rifle introduced in 1941, chambered in 14.5x114mm. It was a single-shot weapon designed to pierce lightly armored vehicles during World War II. Simple and inexpensive, it was widely used on the Eastern Front.
	PTRS-41	A Soviet semi-automatic anti-tank rifle chambered in 14.5mm, used during World War II. It was effective against lightly armored vehicles and was also used to disable aircraft on the ground. Its robust design allowed it to withstand harsh battlefield conditions.
	9M14 Malyutka	A Soviet wire-guided anti-tank missile system, known in NATO as the AT-3 Sagger. It was widely used during the Cold War and could be launched from a variety of platforms.
Autocannon
	ShVAK cannon	The ShVAK is a 20 mm autocannon developed in the Soviet Union, known for its use in numerous WWII fighter aircraft. Compact and fast-firing, it struck a balance between power and rate of fire.
	Berezin B-20	An evolution of the UB, the B-20 is a 20 mm aircraft cannon combining firepower with the lightweight design of a machine gun. It became a common armament on Soviet fighters during WWII's later stages.
	Nudelman-Suranov NS-37	This 37 mm autocannon was mounted on Soviet aircraft like the Il-2 for ground attack roles. Its powerful shells could penetrate armored vehicles but had limited ammo and high recoil.
	Nudelman-Rikhter NR-30	The NR-30 is a 30 mm Soviet aircraft cannon known for its use on MiG-19 and MiG-21 fighters. It combined excellent firepower with a relatively high rate of fire for its size.
	Gryazev-Shipunov GSh-30-1	The GSh-30-1 is a lightweight, high-velocity 30 mm cannon used in many modern Russian aircraft. Its compact design and high rate of fire make it ideal for close-in aerial combat.
	AK-230	A Soviet twin-barreled 30 mm naval autocannon, the AK-230 is radar-guided and used for close-in air and missile defense. It was widely deployed on Soviet and allied warships during the Cold War.
	Gryazev-Shipunov GSh-23	The GSh-23 is a twin-barrel, 23 mm Soviet aircraft cannon using the Gast principle to achieve high cyclic rates. It was widely deployed on Soviet aircraft from the 1960s onward.
	Nudelman-Suranov NS-23	The NS-23 is a Soviet 23 mm aircraft cannon developed during WWII, using a short-recoil mechanism. It replaced earlier ShVAK cannons and equipped fighters like the MiG-15 before being succeeded by the NR-23.
	Afanasev Makarov AM-23	The AM-23 is a Soviet 23 mm autocannon designed for bomber defense, offering high rate of fire and reliability. It was commonly mounted in Tu-16 and Il-28 bombers during the Cold War.
	Nudelman N-37	The N-37 is a powerful Soviet 37 mm aircraft cannon developed for use in jet fighters such as the MiG-15. It offered tremendous firepower against bombers but had a low rate of fire and limited ammunition capacity.
	Shipunov 2A42	The 2A42 is a 30mm autocannon developed by the Soviet Union for the BMP-2 and other armored vehicles. It offers selective fire modes and is effective against both infantry and light armored targets.
	ZU-23 Autocannon	The ZU-23 is a Soviet 23mm twin-barrel anti-aircraft autocannon designed for mobile and stationary defense. Its versatility and effectiveness have made it a common choice for ground and air targets in conflicts worldwide.
Recoilless Rifle
	SPG-9	A Soviet recoilless gun designed for infantry and light vehicle use. It fires high-explosive anti-tank (HEAT) rounds with a range of up to 1,300 meters. Compact and portable, it remains in use in many countries for anti-armor and fire support roles.
	B-10 recoilless rifle	The B-10 is a Soviet 82mm recoilless rifle designed for infantry anti-tank use. Compact and portable, it served with numerous countries during the Cold War and remains in limited use today.
Submachine Gun
	PPS-43	A Soviet submachine gun developed during World War II as a more compact and cheaper alternative to the PPSh-41. It was widely used by Soviet and Warsaw Pact forces.
	PPSh-41	A Soviet submachine gun, designed by Georgi Shpagin and introduced in 1941. The PPSh-41 is chambered in 7.62x25mm Tokarev and is known for its high rate of fire, simplicity, and use of a distinctive drum magazine. It became one of the most widely produced submachine guns of World War II.
	PPD	A Soviet 7.62mm submachine gun developed before World War II. Known for its high rate of fire and drum magazine, it was used early in the war until replaced by the PPSh-41.
	Stechkin APS	The Stechkin APS is a Soviet select-fire machine pistol designed for close-quarters combat, capable of semi-automatic and automatic fire. It saw limited use due to its size and weight but remains notable for its design.
Knife Bayonet
	AKM Type I Bayonet	The AKM Type I bayonet was the first standardized bayonet for the AKM assault rifle, featuring a multi-purpose blade with wire-cutting capability. It set the design standard for subsequent Soviet bayonets.
Socket Bayonet
	M1891/30 Bayonet	This Soviet bayonet was issued with the Mosin-Nagant M91/30 rifle, known for its cruciform blade and socket mount. It was used extensively during World War II.
Aircraft Machine Gun
	GShG-7.62 machine gun	The GShG-7.62 is a Soviet four-barrel rotary machine gun chambered in 7.62x54mmR, designed for helicopter use. It offers a very high rate of fire (up to 6,000 rounds per minute) and is gas-operated with an electric ignition system.
	Berezin UB	The Berezin UB is a 12.7 mm Soviet aircraft machine gun used extensively in World War II. It was lightweight for its caliber and installed in both fixed and flexible aircraft mounts.
	ShKAS machine gun	The ShKAS is a 7.62 mm Soviet aircraft machine gun known for its exceptionally high rate of fire, exceeding 1,800 rounds per minute. It was widely used in WWII fighter aircraft.
	YakB-12.7 machine gun	The YakB-12.7 is a Soviet 4-barrel rotary machine gun used mainly on the Mi-24 Hind helicopter. It offers high rates of fire and is electrically driven for reliability.
General Purpose Machine Gun
	PKM	A Soviet general-purpose machine gun designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov in the 1960s. The PKM is chambered in 7.62x54mmR and is known for its reliability, simplicity, and effectiveness in a variety of combat environments. It remains in widespread use by military forces around the world.
Heavy Machine Gun
	DShK Machine Gun	A Soviet heavy machine gun chambered in 12.7x108mm, used for anti-aircraft, vehicle, and infantry support roles. It became a staple heavy weapon in the arsenals of many countries.
	PM1910 Machine Gun	A Russian heavy machine gun based on the Maxim gun, used extensively during World War I, the Russian Civil War, and World War II. It was water-cooled and mounted on a wheeled carriage.
	SG-43 Goryunov	A Soviet medium machine gun introduced during World War II, chambered in 7.62x54mmR. It was reliable, air-cooled, and remained in service for decades.
	NSV machine gun	The NSV is a Soviet 12.7 mm heavy machine gun developed in the 1970s, used on tanks and for infantry support. Renowned for its reliability, it remains in widespread use in former Soviet and allied nations.
	KPV Heavy Machine Gun	The KPV is a Soviet 14.5mm heavy machine gun designed for anti-vehicle and anti-aircraft roles, capable of delivering devastating firepower. Its versatility has ensured its continued use in armored vehicles and defensive positions worldwide.
Light Machine Gun
	DT machine gun	A Soviet tank-mounted version of the DP-28 light machine gun. Chambered in 7.62x54mmR, it featured a pan magazine and was commonly used in Soviet armored vehicles during World War II.
	DP27	A Soviet light machine gun developed in the 1920s. It is known for its distinctive pan magazine on top of the receiver and was used extensively during World War II. It was reliable but had a relatively low rate of fire.
	RPK	A Soviet light machine gun designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov in the late 1950s. The RPK is chambered in 7.62x39mm and serves as a squad automatic weapon, providing suppressive fire for infantry units. It is based on the AK-47 platform, featuring a longer, heavier barrel and a bipod for stability.
	RPD	A Soviet light machine gun, designed by Vasily Degtyaryov in the late 1940s. The RPD is chambered in 7.62x39mm and was intended to provide squad-level automatic fire. It was the precursor to later designs like the RPK and was used extensively by Soviet and Warsaw Pact forces during the Cold War.
Air-to-Air Missile
	Kaliningrad K-5	The K-5 was an early Soviet beam-riding air-to-air missile introduced in the 1950s. It required the launch aircraft to maintain radar lock, limiting its effectiveness and eventually leading to more advanced designs.
Air-to-Air Rocket
	S-5 rocket	The S-5 is a Soviet-designed 55mm unguided rocket widely deployed on aircraft and helicopters. It was used for ground attack and area suppression, notable for its simplicity and massive proliferation.
Air-to-Ground Missile
	Raduga Kh-15	The Kh-15 is a Soviet short-range air-to-surface missile designed for high-speed, high-altitude launches. Capable of speeds up to Mach 5, it was intended to deliver nuclear or conventional payloads against well-defended targets.
	Kh-20	The Kh-20 was a Soviet air-launched cruise missile developed for the Tu-95 strategic bomber. Equipped with a nuclear warhead and ramjet propulsion, it was one of the earliest Soviet long-range missile deterrents during the Cold War.
Man-Portable Rocket Launcher
	RPG-7	A widely used portable, shoulder-fired, anti-tank rocket-propelled grenade launcher. Originating from the Soviet Union, it is known for its simplicity, low cost, and effectiveness against armored vehicles.
	RPG-2	The predecessor to the RPG-7, developed by the Soviet Union. It was an early anti-tank weapon used in the mid-20th century, effective against light armor and fortifications.
Rocket Artillery
	R-5 Pobeda	A Soviet short-range ballistic missile introduced in the early 1950s, the R-5 was an evolution of earlier designs like the R-1. It had a range of 1,200 km and could carry a conventional or nuclear warhead. It played a transitional role in the development of Soviet missile technology.
	R-7 Semyorka	The R-7 was the world's first intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), developed by the Soviet Union in the late 1950s. It had a range of approximately 8,800 km and could carry a nuclear payload. Its technology laid the foundation for Soviet space exploration, including the launch of Sputnik.
	R-16 ICBM	The R-16 was the first successful two-stage Soviet ICBM, introduced in the early 1960s. It had a range of about 13,000 km and was designed to deliver nuclear warheads to targets across continents. It marked a significant step forward in Soviet strategic missile capabilities.
	R-9 Desna	A Soviet second-generation ICBM, the R-9 was designed for quick-launch capabilities and improved accuracy. It used a storable liquid fuel, allowing for rapid deployment compared to earlier designs. It served as a transitional system before the advent of solid-fuel missiles.
	RT-2	The RT-2 was the Soviet Union's first solid-fuel ICBM, introduced in the 1960s. Its solid-propellant design improved storage and readiness, making it a key component of the Soviet strategic missile arsenal. It had a range of approximately 10,000 km.
	RT-20P	A Soviet experimental ICBM, the RT-20P was designed as a mobile missile system mounted on a tank chassis. It was an ambitious project aimed at improving missile survivability through mobility. However, the system was never adopted due to logistical and technical challenges.
	UR-100	A Soviet ICBM introduced in the 1960s, the UR-100 was designed for mass production and deployment. It was a lightweight missile with a range of about 10,000 km, capable of carrying a nuclear warhead. It became a mainstay of the Soviet strategic arsenal during the Cold War.
	OTR-21 Tochka	The OTR-21 Tochka is a Soviet-era tactical ballistic missile system developed in the 1970s, designed to deliver high-explosive or nuclear warheads over short ranges. It has seen combat use in several regional conflicts and remains in limited use today.
	BM-13 Rocket Launcher System	Commonly known as the "Katyusha," this Soviet multiple rocket launcher system was used extensively during World War II. It was mounted on trucks for mobility and delivered a devastating barrage of rockets over a wide area.
	BM-31-12 Rocket Launcher System	A Soviet heavy multiple rocket launcher system used during World War II, similar to the BM-13 but firing larger, more powerful 300mm rockets for increased destructive capability.
Surface-to-Air Missile
	9K33 Osa	The 9K33 Osa is a Soviet mobile, short-range, radar-guided surface-to-air missile system. Known by NATO as SA-8 "Gecko," it integrates radar and launch systems into a single vehicle for fast response and mobility.
	2K12 Kub	The 2K12 Kub (SA-6 "Gainful") is a Soviet medium-range surface-to-air missile system designed for mobile battlefield air defense. It gained notoriety during conflicts such as the Yom Kippur War, where it proved effective against Israeli aircraft.
Revolver
	M1895 Nagant	A Russian seven-shot revolver used extensively during World War I, the Russian Civil War, and World War II. It is unique for its gas-seal system, which increases muzzle velocity.
Semi-Automatic Pistol
	TT-33 Tokarev	A Soviet semi-automatic pistol introduced in the 1930s, designed by Fedor Tokarev. It was the standard sidearm of the Soviet Union during World War II and was praised for its simplicity and power.
	Makarov PM	A Soviet semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x18mm Makarov. It was the standard-issue sidearm for the Soviet Union and various Eastern Bloc nations for decades due to its reliability and simplicity.
Assault Rifle
	Kalashnikov AK-47	A Soviet-designed assault rifle that became one of the most iconic and widely used firearms in the world. It is known for its durability, simplicity, and effectiveness in various combat conditions.
	AK-74	A Soviet assault rifle, designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov as an evolution of the AK-47. Introduced in the 1970s, the AK-74 is chambered in 5.45x39mm, offering greater accuracy and reduced recoil compared to its predecessor. It has been widely used by Soviet and Russian forces, as well as many other countries.
	Fedorov Avtomat M1916	One of the earliest automatic rifles, developed by Russia during World War I. Chambered in 6.5mm, it's considered a precursor to modern assault rifles.
Carbine
	Mosin-Nagant M44	A Soviet bolt-action carbine version of the Mosin-Nagant, introduced during World War II. It features an integrated folding bayonet and is known for its ruggedness and reliability.
	SKS 45	A Soviet semi-automatic carbine introduced in 1945. It was designed by Sergei Simonov and was widely used by Soviet and other Communist bloc forces during the Cold War. The SKS is known for its simplicity and reliability.
	Mosin-Nagant M38	A shorter, carbine version of the Russian Mosin-Nagant rifle, designed for use by cavalry and support troops. The M38 was chambered in 7.62x54mmR and was introduced in 1938. It was widely used by Soviet forces during World War II, known for its durability and effectiveness in harsh conditions.
Infantry Rifle
	Mosin-Nagant 91/30	A Russian bolt-action rifle that was the standard service rifle of the Soviet Union during World War II. It is known for its ruggedness and accuracy.
	SVT-40	A semi-automatic rifle developed in the Soviet Union during World War II, chambered for the 7.62x54mmR cartridge. It was used as a standard infantry weapon but also faced issues with reliability in harsh conditions.
Sniper Rifle
	SVD Dragunov	A semi-automatic sniper rifle developed in the Soviet Union and used extensively as a designated marksman's rifle. It is chambered for the 7.62x54mmR cartridge and is known for its reliability and effective range.