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AK47 M16 AR15 Flashcards

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What does AK stand for in AK-47?

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AK stands for Avtomat Kalashnikova

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What year was the AK-47 designed?

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The AK-47 was designed in 1947.

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Who designed the AK-47?

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The AK-47 was designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov.

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What is the cartridge used in the AK-47?

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The AK-47 uses the 7.62x39mm cartridge.

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What does M in M16 stand for?

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M in M16 stands for Model

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What is the primary difference between the M16 and the AK-47?

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The M16 is more accurate and has a longer range

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What does AR stand for in AR-15?

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AR stands for Armalite Rifle

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Is the AR-15 an assault rifle?

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No

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What is the main caliber of the AR-15 and M16?

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The AR-15 and M16 use the 5.56x45mm NATO cartridge.

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Why is the AK-47 known for its reliability?

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The AK-47 is known for working well in harsh environments with minimal maintenance.

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How does the firing mechanism of the M16 differ from the AK-47?

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The M16 is gas-operated with a rotating bolt, offering more precision. The AK-47 uses a simpler gas-piston system, which is more robust but less accurate.

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What does selective fire mean in reference to the M16?

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Selective fire means the rifle can switch between semi-automatic and fully automatic fire modes.

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What is the significance of the 5.56mm NATO round?

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The 5.56mm NATO round is smaller but travels at higher velocities

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Why is the AR-15 so popular among civilians?

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The AR-15 is popular due to its versatility

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What are the main advantages of the M16 over the AK-47?

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The M16 offers greater accuracy

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What is a gas-operated firearm?

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A gas-operated firearm uses gas from the fired round to cycle the action and reload.

17
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Which rifle is commonly associated with guerrilla warfare due to its ruggedness?

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The AK-47 is commonly associated with guerrilla warfare for its reliability in extreme conditions.

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What is the main advantage of the AK-47’s 7.62mm round?

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The 7.62mm round offers more stopping power than the 5.56mm

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What type of fire mode is available on the civilian AR-15?

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The AR-15 is semi-automatic, meaning it fires one round per trigger pull.

20
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How does the AR-15 differ visually from hunting rifles?

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The AR-15 resembles military rifles due to its design

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