Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Thursday, March 01, 2012
Type 56 assault rifle
Type 56 assault rifle (PR China)
Type 56 assault rifle with machined (milled) receiver
Type 56 assault rifle with stamped steel receiver
Type 56-1 assault rifle with bottom-folding stock and bayonet in opened (combat)position
Type 56-2 assault rifle with side-folding stock; note that bayonet is discardedalong with its integral mounting
Type 56C compact assault rifle, with side-folding stock, short barrel and 20-round magazine
Caliber: 7.62x39 mm
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt
Overall length: 874 mm
Barrel length: 414 mm
Weight: 3.80 kg
Magazine capacity: 30 rounds
Rate of fire: 650 rounds per minute
During the early post-WW2 period, the newly established Peoples
Republic of China was a close "friend" to the Soviet Union, so it was
natural for the much less advanced country to adopt the weapons of a
more advanced ally. In 1956, the Chinese military adopted two Soviet
designs, both carrying the same Type 56 designation, and both being
chambered for Soviet 7.62 x 39 ammunition. One was the semi-automatic Simonov SKS carbine, the other was the Kalashnikov AK-47 assault rifle.
Both weapons were made in large numbers and used by the PLA (Peoples
Liberation Army of China), as well as exported into various countries.
The original Type 56 assault rifle was an almost exact copy of the Soviet AK-47, with its milled receiver.Later on, Chinese designers switched to AKM-type
stamped receivers, under the same Type 56 designation. The only notable
differences were the markings in Chinese instead of Russian, and the
folding non-detachable spike-shaped bayonets, which replaced the
original detachable knife-bayonets of Soviet origin.
During early 1980s PLA adopted a new assault rifle of domestic origin, known as Type81, which gradually replaced Type 56 rifles in front-line service. Despite of that fact, Type 56 rifles are still manufactured by Chinese state arms factories in a variety of versions, for export purposes. NORINCO corporation also sells "civilian" versions of the Type 56 rifles, semi-automatic only and in several calibers, including 7,62x39 M43 and 5.56x45 / .223 Remington.
Another interesting note is that Chinese designers produced a compact version of the Type 56 rifle, known as Type 56C. It is apparently still in service with PLA, despite the fact that its full-size "brothers" have long been retired from general PLA service.
During early 1980s PLA adopted a new assault rifle of domestic origin, known as Type81, which gradually replaced Type 56 rifles in front-line service. Despite of that fact, Type 56 rifles are still manufactured by Chinese state arms factories in a variety of versions, for export purposes. NORINCO corporation also sells "civilian" versions of the Type 56 rifles, semi-automatic only and in several calibers, including 7,62x39 M43 and 5.56x45 / .223 Remington.
Another interesting note is that Chinese designers produced a compact version of the Type 56 rifle, known as Type 56C. It is apparently still in service with PLA, despite the fact that its full-size "brothers" have long been retired from general PLA service.
Type 56 is a gas operated, selective fire weapon. The receiver is
machined from steel in early versions, the two lugged bolt locks into
receiver walls. Later models, however, were made with stamped-steel
AKM-type receivers, but retained the same Type 56 designation. The Type
56 has AK-47-style controls with a reciprocating charging handle and a
massive safety / fire selector lever on the right side of the receiver.
The furniture is made from wood, and a compact version with an
underfolding metal buttstock is also available (designation is Type
56-1). Alternatively, a version with side-folding buttsock is produced
as Type 56-2. The only visible difference from the Soviet AK-47 is a
permanently attached spike bayonet, which folds under the barrel when
not in use.
Some sources said that quality of those guns was worse than of Soviet original ones. Most notably, at least some Type 56 rifles lacked the chrome plating in the barrel and gas system area, and thus were much less resistant to corrosion.
Bangladesh also uses this assault rifle...
Some sources said that quality of those guns was worse than of Soviet original ones. Most notably, at least some Type 56 rifles lacked the chrome plating in the barrel and gas system area, and thus were much less resistant to corrosion.
Bangladesh also uses this assault rifle...
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Mil Mi 171SH
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TYPE: Combat transport helicopter
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Russia
MISSION: The Mi-171Sh is an upgrade
of the Mi-171 helicopter designed to engage small-size ground/surface
targets and personnel; to transport military cargoes and troops; to
carry out search-and-rescue operations and evacuate casualties.
  VARIANTS: The Mi-171Sh combat
version is fitted with various weapons, a self-defence system,
transportation and medical equipment, avionics and instruments enabling
all-weather, all-climate, day/night operations. The helicopter can be
converted into the assault/medevac versions in the field.
The Mi-171Sh helicopter can carry up to eight
Ataka/Shturm ATGMs, up to four B8V20-A pods with S-8 rockets, up to two
UPK-23-250 gun pods, and 7.62mm PKT machine guns mounted on the
swivelling nose gun mount. Troops can fire their side arms through six
swivelling portholes in the side windows and doorway.
The transport version can airlift up to 20 troops or
various cargoes (inside or under the fuselage). The medevac version can
transport up to 12 stretcher casualties and a medical attendant.
The Mi-171Sh has the LPG-150 winch with a crane jib
for hoisting personnel and cargoes, and the SU-R device for rapid troop
downroping in the hovering mode.
Survivability is increased thanks to the use of
exhaust screens, flare dispenser, removable armour plates, and protected
fuel tanks.
On customer request the Mi-171 helicopters can be
modified into the Mi-171Sh variants with installation of Russian- or
foreign-made equipment.
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Monday, February 27, 2012
M-ATF [Morghue Ashura Tactical Fighter]
The M-ATF program was originally a project between Russia and Iran to produce a fourth+ generation fighter plane that would be excellent for developing nations who want to become self-sufficient and self-reliant. The program was eventually abandoned by Russia and Iran, though now some evidence has become available that Iran has either revived the program or using it to advance its Shafaq program. The program traces its roots to the Russian cancelled Mikoyan Project LFI program; the aircraft was also referred to as the MiG-I-2000 or Vityaz2000.A model of the original aircraft was shown at Iran Airshow 2005.
CZ-805 BRE Assault Rifle
CZ-805 BREN :
Type --- Assault rifle
Place of origin --- Czech Republic
Designed --- 2009
Cartridge --- 5.56x45mm NATO, 7.62x39mm; also 6.8mm Remington SPC proposed in near future.
Action --- Gas-operated, rotating bolt
Maximum range --- 500m
Feed system --- 20, 30 or 100 Round box magazine.
Sunday, November 06, 2011
Type 59G MBT
Due to obsolesce the standard Type 59 main battle tanks of the Bangladesh Army needed to be replaced with a highly capable yet cost-effective solution. As a result the Bangladesh Army pursued a tank upgrade project that would bring the Type 59 tanks in line with modern armoured vehicle standards of today. In this regard China provided technical assistance to upgrade the Bangladesh Army’s entire main battle tank fleet including the Type 59 and Type 69 tanks under a multi-billion taka project.
The rebuilt tanks have been named as “Type 59G Main Battle Tank”. It incorporates a number of revolutionary improvements including a much up gunned 125mm smoothbore main gun with 42 rounds, which is capable of firing APFSDS, HEAT-FS, HE-FS, barrel-launched anti-tank guided missiles, and Depleted Uranium (DU) shells. The main gun can be reloaded by a semi-automatic autoloader and is equipped with a dual-axis stabilisation system allowing 6~8 rounds to be fired per minute. The new generation European thermal imaging sights (TIS) provides Type 59G with clear vision to commander and gunner during any adverse conditions.
The integrated fire control system on the Type 59G is equipped with a built-in laser range finder and ballistics computer, which is able to feed precise range information to improve accuracy of the main gun. A meteorological sensor connected to the fire control system is also mounted on the roof.
One remote-operated 12.7mm machine gun with 500 rounds is mounted on the roof for air defence purposes. A 7.62mm machine gun mounted coaxially with the 125mm smoothbore gun is also fitted. It is provided with 2,500 rounds of ammunition. In addition, six electrically operated grenade launchers are mounted on each side of the turret.
Protection is afforded by the use of arrow shaped add-on armour modules in front of the turret and Explosive Reactive Armour (ERA) tiles are mounted in front of the hull, side skirts and storage tank area located on the rear of the turret. A laser threat warning device is fitted to inform the tank and its crew if targeted by laser range finders. An automatic fire-fighting and explosive suppression system is fitted to increase crew survivability.
The Type 59G is equipped with a powerful new 730 hp liquid-cooled 12-cyclinder diesel engine allowing the rebuilt tank to exceed speeds of 65 km/h. New torsion bar suspension system provides greater crew comfort over the old suspension system.
Status
The Type 59G was first seen in public during November, 2010 when one example was being driven away by a tank transporter from Dhaka. Subsequently on the 24th of November, 2010 various private television channels of Bangladesh aired footage of the Chief of Army Staff inspecting some Type 59G Main Battle Tanks during an official visit to Bogra cantonment.
It is expected that some 300 Type 59 tanks will be rebuilt at the premises of the 902 Heavy Workshop, where Type 69 tanks were also upgraded earlier.The main features upgraded Type 59G includes:
• 125 mm smoothbore main gun (Fires all NATO rounds)
• Capability to fire ATGM from main gun
• Gun stabilisers (vertical, horizontal)
• Modern fire control system
• Combat data link
• Extensive ERA (Explosive Reactive Armour) protection
• NBC suite
• 1,200 hp diesel engine
• Thermal sights
• Semi-automatic loader
• Laser warning receiver
• Laser range finder
• Range of new ammunition
• Fire fighting equipment
• Communications equipment
• Navigation equipment + GPS
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