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Was the gewehr 43 a good rifle?
The G-43 was certainly a very good rifle, however it could not beat the Mauser 98K in terms of accuracy. It was never really used in large numbers, ie complete platoons being outfitted with them. Mostly issued to snipers who fitted them with the 2.5x or 5x scope or to riflemen attached to an MG section.
Was the M1 Garand better than the kar98k?
The Kar 98k is kind of different to the M1 Garand. The Kar 98k is a bolt action rifle, while the M1 Garand is a semi-automatic rifle. In damage yes the Kar 98k is a better weapon but in fire rate and clip size no, the M1 Garand tops the Kar 98k.
Did the gewehr 43 have a scope?
Though most G/K43s are equipped with a telescopic sight mounting rail, the vast majority of the rifles were issued in their standard infantry form without a scope. When equipped with a scope, it was exclusively the ZF 4 4-power telescopic sight.
How accurate is M1 Garand?
The Garand’s fire rate, in the hands of a trained soldier, averaged 40–50 accurate shots per minute at a range of 300 yards (270 m). “At ranges over 500 yards (460 m), a battlefield target is hard for the average rifleman to hit.
Was the Gewehr 43 used in ww2?
The Gewehr 43, also known as the G43, was a semi-automatic, gas-operated rifle that was used by Germany during World War II.
How good is StG 44?
A late-war U.S. assessment derided the StG-44 as “mediocre”, “bulky” and “unhandy”, declaring it incapable of sustained automatic fire and prone to jamming, though the report accepted that its accuracy was “excellent for a weapon of its type”.
Is the Kar98k reliable?
It is a five shot bolt action rifle. It is reputed to be very reliable and very accurate. It’s action requires that the bolt be manually operated for each shot. The Moisin-Nagant has a safety that is difficult to operate.
What is the difference between a G43 and G43X?
The G43X is larger by the G43 size comparison, and this is due to the increased grip length. The G43X is 5.04 inches tall, and the G43 is a shorter 4.25 inches. This gives you more grip with the G43X as well as more than the G43 capacity. The Glovk 43x holds ten rounds plus 1 in the pipe.
Why the M1 Garand is the best?
The M1 Garand service rifle was one of the outstanding American weapons of the twentieth century. Simple, sturdy, and well designed for its time, the Garand gave U.S. Army soldiers and Marines far greater firepower than their enemies—and allies too for that matter.
Does anyone make new M1 garands?
CMP’s new grade of M1 Garand. This rifle consists of a new production stock and handguard set with CMP cartouche, a new production barrel and new web sling. Receiver and most other parts are refinished USGI, but some parts may be new manufacture. Receiver may have pitting (as seen in the picture below).