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BM-13 Rocket Launcher System

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

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.
PPS-43

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

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.
DT 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.
DShK 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

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.
DP27

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

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

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.
PKM

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.
TT-33 Tokarev

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.
M1895 Nagant

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.
Makarov PM

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.
Kalashnikov AK-47

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.
Mosin-Nagant 91/30

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.
Mosin-Nagant M44

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

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

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.
AK-74

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.
SVD Dragunov

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.
SVT-40

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.