Mark 19 automatic grenade launcher users get training aids
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Genesco, IL-based Armalite Inc has introduced AR-22 abd AR-23 training systems for use with the Mark 19 automatic grenade launcher. The AR-22 allows users of the Mark 19 to fire blanks for training, while the AR-23 uses inexpensive 7.62-mm tracer ammunition. The AR-22 comes with a belt of 32 adapter cartridges that accept standard M82 7.62x51-mm blank cartidges and 40-mm links. The AR-23's adapter cartridges accept a special tracer cartridge that is matched to the standard Mark 19 40-mm grenade.
Publication Name: International Defense Review
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2000
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Counterpoise keeps M16s on target
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A system that improves the accuracy, reliability and controllability of the AR-15 and M-16 rifles has been developed by Jim Sullivan and Mack Gwinn. The system called Counterpoise enhances the accuracy of the rifle in semi- and fully-automatic fire by reducing perceived recoil impulse by 50% and 80%, in the the firing modes, respectively. The system is expected to be adopted for the US military's standard M16A2 rifles and ultimately into M16 rifles worldwide.
Publication Name: International Defense Review
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 1999
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AK-107/108 aims for accuracy and simplicity
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Gun manufacturer Izhmash in Izhevsk, Russian, has launched the latest version of the Avtomat Kalashnikova rifle, the AK-107/AK-108 rifles. The new variants, which are chambered in 5.45mm x 39mm ad 5.56mm x 45 mm, respectively, feature a balanced gas counter-recoil operating system. The AK-107/108 rifles are practically updated versions of the experimental Avtomat Lehky light assault rifle.
Publication Name: International Defense Review
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 1999
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