In the world TOP-10. It is these ten legendary positions that went down in history and will remain in it forever.

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(RPK) opens TOP 10 most the best weapon in the world. It is a universal design: it can be used as a hand, easel, and tank machine gun. It was the first unified domestic model. The RPK was adopted by the Soviet Union and is still used by many countries to this day. It was used in various military conflicts of the 20th - early 21st centuries. In total, more than 1 million legendary weapons were produced. The machine gun has 8 official varieties. The rate of fire of the RPK is about 750 rounds per minute. The cost of the model Russian market fluctuates between 1000-1500 US dollars.

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M-1911- one of the best American self-loading pistols, Adopted in the United States in 1911, he served faithfully with the American Armed Forces until 1985. Its use is still permitted today. The gunshot record holder outperforms other models in longevity, reliability, accuracy and versatility in use. Since the production of the M-1911, about 3 million firearms have been produced. The cost of the original copy is estimated at 928-1095 US dollars. In the 20th and 21st centuries is the most copied weapon in the world by the best gunsmiths. Now weapons on the 1911 platform are produced by Springfield with the highest quality.

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HKMP-5- a family of German submachine guns, which were developed by the famous company Heckler & Koch GmbH. It was adopted by the German Armed Forces in the 60s and is still in use today. The HK MP -5 is a simplified design of the HK G 3. It is one of the most reliable and user-friendly submachine guns, featuring high accuracy and rate of fire. This model is in service with the army and police in more than forty countries around the world. To date, there are 17 official modifications of this weapon, of which over 10 million copies have been produced. The legendary submachine gun has gained a reputation in the world as a “merciless weapon in the fight against terrorism” due to participation in many hostage rescue operations. The HK MP-5 is capable of firing up to 800 rounds per minute.

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FN FAL- a classic automatic rifle made in Belgium. This is one of the most popular and widespread light automatic rifles in the world. The weapon was used in many military conflicts (the Vietnam War, the Persian Gulf and etc.). Production began in the 1950s and continues today. The FAL is known for its ease of use, maintenance, reliability and efficiency. The rifle produces up to 700 rounds per minute. Since production, a huge number of modifications of this model have been released, which were in service in more than 90 states. FN FAL is now being released in 13 countries around the world. More than 20 million copies have been produced in total.

6. HK G3

HK G3- a popular German automatic rifle in service with German army from 1959 to the present. In addition to high combat performance, the HK G 3 is distinguished from similar, popular models (FN FAL, M -14) by its low cost in production and maintenance. This was achieved by simplifying the design. The rifle is capable of firing up to 600 rounds per minute. It can fire both cartridges and rifle grenades. Based on the HK G 3, many modifications have been developed. IN this moment The German automatic rifle is in service in 80 countries around the world.

5. M-16

M-16- the best assault rifle in the world from American manufacturers. The model and its modifications to this day remain in service with the US Armed Forces, as well as in many other countries. The main advantages of the rifle include light weight, which makes it more convenient to use, as well as a high rate of fire, which reaches 950 rounds per minute. In total, there are more than 8 million issued copies of the M-16, the production of which continues today. The cost of the model is about 1200 US dollars.

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- the best hand-held anti-tank grenade launcher of Soviet / Russian production. The main purpose of the weapon is the destruction of tanks and other armored vehicles of the enemy. The RPT-7 is also capable of hitting air targets and destroying shelters. The grenade launcher has been actively used from 1968 to the present in all military conflicts. The demand for RPG-7 is due to its powerful efficiency. The main advantages of the design are simplicity and ease of use, reliability and no recoil. For all time, more than 9 million copies of this weapon have been produced. It was in service in more than 40 countries of the world and is used in many states to this day.

3. Uzi

Uzi- Israeli submachine gun tops the top three best weapons in the world. The model gained worldwide fame due to its excellent balance, which allows you to shoot a submachine gun, even holding it with one hand. Also, the design is particularly durable and highly reliable. Compact and easy to use, the Uzi is capable of firing up to 600 shots per minute. The submachine gun was in service in more than 90 countries of the world and participated in many wars of the 20th-21st centuries. Its production has been carried out since the 50s and continues to this day. At the moment there are more than 5 modifications Uzi. More than 10 million copies have been released worldwide.

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Remington-870- the most popular pump-action shotgun, released in the 50s by the American company Remington Arms. The weapon was adopted in 1951 by the US Army and Police. Over the entire period of production, which continues at the present time, more than 10 million copies have been produced. Remington -870 is in service in many states. The main advantages of the gun include the low cost of production, as well as the ability to shoot both buckshot and bullets. The gun has a huge number of modifications and can be used by the military, hunters, athletes and citizens for self-defense.

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Remains the most popular and recognizable model firearms worldwide. The history of the assault rifle begins in 1949, when the AK-47 was adopted by the army of the Soviet Union. was used in all military conflicts of the second half of the 20th century. The main advantages of the design are simplicity and ease of use. In addition, this is one of the most reliable and durable models, the rate of fire of which can reach 600 rounds per minute. For all time, more than 100 million units of "Kalash" have been produced. The cost of one such copy is about 800-1100 US dollars.

Heckler & Koch MP5K. The MP5 family of submachine guns from Heckler & Koch has been wildly popular around the world since its introduction in 1966. MP5 are compact, lightweight, highly accurate, reliable and powerful. Modification MP5K from 1976 with a shortened barrel and an additional handle for holding weapons is considered one of the most successful.

Ceska Zbrojovka Scorpion EV03- this submachine gun with a frightening name, designed in Slovakia and manufactured in the Czech Republic, launched on the market in 2010, has already managed to prove itself well. The CZ EV03 is not ideal for full-scale combat, but due to its lightness, accuracy and ease of handling, it is great for police and special forces.

Heckler & Koch UMP- Another brainchild of the famous German company, developed in the second half of the 1990s as an addition to the MP5 family. The UMP has a simpler design, but uses modern materials- mainly corrosion-resistant and stress-resistant polymers. This submachine gun is armed with special forces of the police and the army in many countries.

M2 Browning- the legendary heavy machine gun of the John Browning system, developed back in 1933 and produced to this day. The United States used it in almost all wars of the 20th and 21st centuries, and during World War II alone, more than 400 thousand copies of its infantry version were produced. It is so accurate that it can even be used as a sniper rifle.

M1919 Browning- an older Browning model, adopted after the First World War and lasted until the 1970s. The machine gun was operated mainly in the United States, also supplied under the military aid program to Nicaragua, El Salvador, Japan and the USSR. With a rate of fire of up to 600 rounds per minute, it was one of the most powerful weapons of its time.

M60- one of the most famous American machine guns, developed in 1957. It was quite rightly criticized for being cumbersome and unreliable, but continued to be used for many decades. Its final modification, the M60E4, released in 1995, could fire 850 rounds continuously in less than 2 minutes without any problems.

FN-F2000 is a modern Belgian submachine gun from FN Herstal, lightweight and durable, with a polymer body and a plastic forearm, featuring a futuristic design. It can be used by both right-handers and left-handers without any modifications. Operated by special forces of a dozen countries of the world.

M240E6. The M240, which entered service in 1977, is used in both ground forces so for installation on small boats. The M240E6 is an upgraded version of it, constructed using titanium alloys, making it significantly stronger and lighter.

Kalashnikov assault rifle- perhaps the most famous representative of automatic weapons in the world, and certainly the most common. Since 1949, about 70 million copies of this legendary domestic machine gun of various modifications have been produced, which are used around the world. AK is incredibly reliable, simple and powerful.

Colt M4- American carbine, created on the basis of the M16A2, currently in service with all types of US troops. Additional equipment includes a silencer, optical and red dot sights, a laser designator and a 40 mm M203 underbarrel grenade launcher.

Over the past 65 years, there have been many changes in military tactics. The main reason for the change was the development of firearms and access to them. In this article, you will see the most popular weapon models and understand the reason for the popularity of each of them. Unfortunately, it is impossible to estimate exactly how many units of each weapon model were produced (mainly due to a large number fakes). The article gives some numbers, as accurate as possible, but it is worth considering that these are only rough estimates.

10. PKK
Over a million

The Kalashnikov machine gun is a versatile machine gun designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov. During his life, Kalashnikov created several effective and unpretentious models of firearms that changed the history of the second half of the twentieth century.

There are six official varieties of the Kalashnikov machine gun, and a huge number of unofficial foreign models. The machine gun is capable of firing 750 shots per minute; the caliber of the bullets used in it is 7.62 × 54 mm. The PC is popular with guerrilla groups and militias for its wide applicability and ease of use. The machine gun can be used as an easel, mounted on a tripod machine, and as an armored personnel carrier, mounted using a bracket. The machine gun was used in almost all armed conflicts of the second half of the 20th century and is still produced in Russia and other countries.

9. M1911
Over two million


A legendary pistol that has existed longer than any other service weapon. It was developed by the legendary John Browning for the Colt company over 100 years ago. During the existence of the pistol, at least 2 million of its samples were produced. It has been used by the US military for 79 years. Most of the designs currently in use are the 1926 M1911A.

M1911 was used as Soviet Army, to which it was supplied as aid during the war, and by Nazi Germany, which uses this model as a captured weapon. Now these pistols are used in many countries, from Haiti to Luxembourg.

8. MP5


MP5, created by the German company Heckler & Koch in 1966, is used by many special units and services of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Western countries. To date, more than 50 modifications of the MP5 have been created, which dominate the small arms market for internal affairs services to this day. The only real competitor in this market is the successor to UMP, created by the same firm. Ironically, the German Army did not adopt the MP5 for economic reasons, instead they licensed the Israeli UZI submachine gun.
The main success factor of the MP5 is that the company did not develop it from scratch, but simply successfully adapted its most popular and well-established G3 rifle to urban combat and enclosed spaces.

7. FAL
2000000+


While the Kalashnikov assault rifle was in service with all Warsaw Pact countries, the same pattern was observed with the FAL assault rifle in NATO countries throughout the Cold War. Although this automatic rifle received the informal nickname " Right hand free world", but at the moment it is used by the people's militias. The long-term popularity of the FAL is due to the possibility of aimed fire at distances of 600 meters and a rate of fire of 700 rounds per minute.

It is one of the classic automatic rifles of the second half of the 20th century and at least 2 million have been produced since its inception. It was used by various groups, from the Islamic Fundamentalists of the Philippines to the British Army.

6. G3


G3 was created by Heckler & Koch in recent years World War II in West Germany. Along with the FAL and AR-10, the G3 was built to NATO specifications and competed in the race for the title of mainstream rifle in Western armies until the late 1950s.

In 1959, the Bundeswehr (German army) adopted the G3, after which a huge number of copies of it were produced. Just like the AK-47, the G3 is an example of how, after the end of the Cold War, many states began to sell surpluses of their weapons around the world. For this reason, the G3 was used in the Portuguese Colonial War and even in the Mexican Drug War.

5.AP15
Over 8 million


In 1956, Armalight introduced the AR-10, with the then-revolutionary ability to switch fire modes (semi-automatic and automatic), but this did not impress the US Army so much that the AR-10 became the standard infantry automatic rifle. However, Armalight decided to produce 100 prototypes of this rifle for arms dealer Samuel Cummings to try and find a foreign customer interested in the AP-10. Cummings almost closed a deal to supply 7,500 copies to Nicaragua, but when General of the Nicaraguan Army Anastasia Somoza independently tested the strength of the rifle, a piece of the weapon came off and flew past Anastasia's head. After this incident, the deal was canceled and Armalite found themselves in a desperate situation.

In an attempt to save the company, Armalight's chief engineer, Eugene Stoner, attempted to create a self-loading rifle, the AR-15. The rights to it were immediately sold to Colt, who were able to convince the US Army to adopt it under the M16 brand. M16 has become the iconic weapon of the Americans in Vietnam War and subsequently developed into the M4 assault rifle, which is now in service.

4. RPG-7
9000000+


The RPG-7 Handheld Anti-tank Grenade Launcher is the most widely used anti-tank weapon in the world. The grenade launcher is used to deal with all types of enemy armored vehicles, and in some cases against infantry. Over 9 million RPGs have been produced Soviet Union since the end of World War II. This grenade launcher has already become legendary by right, along with its comrades PKM and AK-47. Copies are produced to this day, thanks to their good price-quality ratio. It is even used by US troops in the training of the Afghan National Police due to the extreme prevalence of the grenade launcher in Afghanistan.

3. UZI
10000000+


UZI became legendary in particular thanks to the famous scene of the shooting of gangsters by the hero of the cult film "Scarface" by Tony Montana. UZI, one of Israel's most famous export products, was created in 1951, while its more established Mini and Micro variants were developed in 1982 and '83 respectively. Armed forces more than 90 countries, as well as a huge number of special forces, are armed with this submachine gun.

Being the main competitor of the MP5, the UZI was able to fill the niche of a light, fast-firing and stealthy weapon. By this time, more than 10 million copies of UZI had already been released worldwide.

2. Remington
10,000,000+


As the only shotgun on this list, the Remington's popularity leaves all other shotguns far behind. At least 10 million of these pump action shotguns have been produced since 1951. The main advantages of the Remington are the low cost of production and the ability to shoot both buckshot and bullets up to 28 caliber. The shotgun is equally popular with both the civilian population and the military, and is present in any department of the United States associated with weapons. Remington is represented in half of the G20 countries (although China uses it without a license) and has been seen in 80 films. An interesting fact is the widespread use of this model, although Remington was not used by the people's militias and rebels in armed conflicts that were not approved by the UN.

1. AK-47
100 million


The Model 1947 Kalashnikov assault rifle, designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov, is the most popular weapon on this list and of all time. The assault rifle was created by Kalashnikov after he saw how badly equipped the Red Army was compared to the army Nazi Germany, armed with submachine guns and machine guns, like the MP40 and STG44. From that moment on, a competition began in the USSR to develop an assault rifle for the Soviet Army.

Given the terrible conditions of the Eastern Front, Kalashnikov developed the most reliable weapon in the world. The AK-47 was adopted by the Soviet Army in 1949 and was first used during the Chinese Communist Revolution.

Of course, the AK-47 and other modifications of Kalashnikov assault rifles are the most anticipated item on this list - the rifle is widely known in popular culture and has even been placed on the flag of Mozambique. During the Cold War, 100 million copies were produced. The AK has been Russia's and Ukraine's best export since the end of the Cold War, as Nicolas Cage's character in the film Lord of War aptly noted.

Pistol and revolver - types of firearms with the same short barrel and small dimensions, which makes them best remedy self-defense, guaranteeing demand from both the army and law enforcement agencies, and civilians. It is curious to identify and compare the best pistols in the world, along with the best revolvers, finding out which short-barreled weapon is the most reliable and accurate.

The best pistols in Russia

The Makarov pistol

After the Great Patriotic War, in the USSR they were engaged not only in the creation nuclear weapons, but also the development of new, more advanced pistols, designed to replace the recaptured TTs of the 1933 model and the Nagant revolver. Designers simultaneously worked on two variants of weapons:

1. A more compact one, which shoots only single shots, serves as a means of self-defense for military personnel who are not entitled to a carbine or machine gun. And for law enforcement officers who need a hidden carry option;
2. With a longer barrel that fires both single shots and bursts, it is designed for firing during combat operations and for special forces operations.

The first pistol was developed on the basis of the German Walther PP, which first appeared in 1929. Initially, models of two calibers were designed - 7.65 mm and 9 mm. As a result, Nikolai Fedorovich Makarov, the "father" of the famous PM, also created his own 9 × 18 mm PM cartridge, which turned out to be more powerful than the Walther 9 × 17. This cartridge and caliber was preferred. The pistol won the competition in 1948, and three years later entered service with law enforcement agencies.

On the basis of Walter Makarov, he managed to create a weapon of a simpler design by reducing the number of parts, by combining their functions, while increasing their strength and practically eliminating the sticking of the charge into the bevel of the chamber, resulting in delays in firing. The pistol is characterized by a very high range for a compact weapon (effective - 50 meters) and combat accuracy. The magazine holds 8 rounds.

PM and today - the best Russian pistol, remaining in the arsenal of the Russian law enforcement agencies.

Stechkin automatic pistol

The APS was the second pistol to win the competition for arming military officers, as well as fighters from a number of special forces, and entered service in 1951. Later, due to the minuses that emerged during the use, it was discontinued, but after the collapse of the USSR it turned out to be in demand again as a means of combating terrorism and organized crime. In the same "dashing nineties", under the leadership of Igor Yakovlevich Stechkin, improved modifications were developed:

• OTs-23 "Dart";
• OTs-27 "Berdysh";
• OTs-33 "Pernach".

The disadvantages of the Stechkin automatic pistol were recognized as excessive bulkiness, in particular, in combination with a holster-butt, and insufficient power due to an unsuccessful choice of cartridge. Ideal for the "native" Makarov 9 × 18 mm PM, the effective range (no more than 100 m) and penetrating action are too small for the APS.

Important advantages of the APS are low recoil and scanty toss when fired, allowing you to shoot as quickly and accurately as possible, which is very good in close combat. These advantages of the brainchild of Stechkin, combined with impeccable reliability and excellent accuracy, make it possible to include it in the list of the best domestic pistols.

Today, Russian pilots carrying out combat missions in Syria are armed with 20-round APSs as personal weapons.

Pistol Tula Tokarev (TT)

TT is the most legendary of the pistols of the USSR and Russia, created in 1930, which went through the war, was used after it, and has not lost its popularity to this day. Sports and signal modifications of TT, pneumatics and injuries are produced and are in demand, sold under various brands.

Designed by Fedor Vasilyevich Tokarev on the basis of Browning 1903 chambered for 7.63 × 25 mm Mauser, as a result, it is loaded with eight 7.62 × 25 mm TT ammunition. The effective range is not inferior to the PM (50 m). Due to the length of 195 mm, it is quite suitable for concealed carry. It differs in a number of design features, the most remarkable being the absence of a fuse, replaced by a safety cocking of the trigger. It has high power and precision.

Pistol GSh-18

Created in modern Russia has been in operation since 2001. The letters in the title are due to the designers V.P. Gryazev. and Shipunov A.G., and the numbers indicate the capacity of the store.

It is currently on the list of award weapons. It is in service with the following domestic departments:

• Ministry of Justice;
• FSSP;
• Ministry of Defense (along with PM);
• Prosecutor's Office (along with Beretta 92);
• Ministry of Internal Affairs (as a weapon for a number of categories of workers and partly for special forces).

For Gryazev-Shipunov, an armor-piercing cartridge 9 × 19 mm 7N31 was specially created, but other ammunition is also suitable for the pistol, including 9 × 19 Parabellum and 9 × 19 NATO.

The pistol is only 183 mm long. Effective range - 50 m. It differs by the option of supplying the barrel with luminous capsules for firing in poor visibility. Quite comfortable for the shooter due to the low weight (up to 800 grams with a full magazine), thoughtful shape of the handle and partial damping of recoil.

Gyurza pistol

"Gyurza" refers to Serdyukov's self-loading pistol, known as SPS and under the designation SR-1. Created "Gyurza" in TsNIITOCHMASH to arm the special forces. Produced since 1996.

It was designed for a cartridge of increased efficiency 9 × 21 mm, developed in the same institution. It is characterized by an increased effective range (100 m), the ability to destroy live targets in armored vehicles, as well as unarmored vehicles. Holds 18 ammunition, together with them weighs 1110 g.

The best pistols in the USA

Smith & Wesson M&P9

M&P in the brand name of a pistol manufactured by Smith & Wesson Firearms Co. since 2005, stands for Military and Police. Nevertheless, the weapons of this series are partially sold on the civilian market.

The peculiarity of the model is the material from which the frame is made - a polymer-thermoplastic is used instead of metal. The steel slide and barrel are covered with melanite, which eliminates glare and protects against external influences. Sand and other small debris does not remain on the frame chassis, but is pushed out by the shutter cover.

Another advantage of the pistol is the presence in the configuration of interchangeable pads on the handle, making it possible to fit it under the palm of your hand.

The designers of the M&P9 managed to minimize the "bullying" of the barrel, thereby increasing the speed of aimed fire. Protruding elements have also been minimized so that the weapon is removed without clinging to clothing. The length of the pistol is 194 mm, the weight (thanks to the thermoplastic frame) is only 680 grams. M&P9 has several modifications with different magazine capacity (from 10 to 17 rounds) and various calibers.

Colt 1911A1

The 1911 Colt, designed by the famous John Moses Browning, was in service with the US Army until 1985 and is still allowed to be used. Over 30 years ago, the Colt 1911A1 was discontinued, however, various variations of the pistol continue to be made on the basis of this model.

Loaded with cartridges .45 ACP, caliber 11.43 mm. The classic model is equipped with a seven-round magazine. The dimensions of the Colt M1911 are too big by today's standards: length - 216 mm, weight - 1.12 kg. The effective range is not inferior to newer types of weapons - 50 m.

Springfield Armory

Pistolet Springfield Armory M1911 is an improved Colt 1911A1, produced in the amount of 5 thousand pieces. commissioned by the FBI.

The main changes compared to the base model:

• improvement of the profile of the bevel of the chamber and the bridge near the magazine to prevent sticking when in use various types bullets;
• increasing the fuse flag to increase its reliability;
• alteration of the trigger - the knitting needle was replaced by a loop-shaped head;
• ease of descent;
• alteration of the handle and magazine cover for faster reloading;
• more careful fitting of parts to each other;
• increase in magazine capacity to 8 rounds.

In addition, the length of the pistol was reduced to 203 mm with the remaining mass remaining. The caliber and cartridge M1911 have not changed either.

Sig Sauer P320

The successful development of the Sig Sauer company for the popular 9 mm Luger cartridge, which first gained popularity in the civilian market as a means of self-defense and marksmanship exercises, and in 2017 fell into the category of service weapons of the US Armed Forces.

The frame of the pistol is polymer, like the M&P9. The great advantage of the P320 is the variety of handle variations, which allows you to choose the right one for absolutely any shooter. Suitable for both right and left hand shooting. Equipped with a device for installing a laser target designator or a flashlight. There is an option to change the front sight to select the best height.

Main characteristics:

• length - 203 mm;
• weight - 833 g;
• magazine capacity - 17 rounds.

Experts note the perfection of the P320 trigger mechanism, the clarity and speed of the trigger return, which guarantees the speed of fire.

Desert Eagle

A long-range pistol with a large bullet stopping effect. Notorious formidable appearance, which provided the "Desert Eagle" (as the name is translated) popularity with developers of computer games, directors of films and television series. But the Desert Eagle is not in service in the power structures and is not expected.

Designed in 1983 by American gunsmiths from Magnum Research, it was subsequently finalized and put into production by Israel Military Industries. It is a pocket automatic rifle, resembling it not only in terms of firing range and power, but also in reloading according to the scheme for removing powder gases. Differs in excellent accuracy at low reliability. It has an extremely loud shot and strong recoil, traumatic for an inexperienced shooter, especially with a weak hand.

The length of the modification Mark VII - 269 mm, Mark XIX - 273/374 (trunks 6/10 inches). Weight - 1.7 kg and 2 kg, respectively. Caliber - up to 12.7 mm. Cartridges - .44 Magnum, .41 Magnum, .357 Magnum.

The best pistols in Europe

Beretta 92 (Italy)

Beretta is one of the best pistols not only in Europe, but also in the world. The first pistol of the 92 family was created by three Italian craftsmen in 1972. In 1985, the Beretta 92F won the US military procurement competition, replacing the Colt 1911A1. The model 92FS that followed it gained enormous popularity in the world market of military and civilian weapons, for many years being sold in total in the amount of more than 100 thousand units. per year, being in service with the power structures of many countries. Since 2009, the Beretta has been allowed as a means of self-defense to prosecutors and investigators of the Prosecutor's Office of the Russian Federation.

Beretta 92 length - 217 mm, caliber - 9 mm, cartridge - 9 × 19 mm Parabellum. The gun compares favorably:

• a smooth body shape that allows quick removal without catching on clothes;
• ease of aiming;
• excellent speed and accuracy of fire.

Its disadvantages are an impressive weight (980 g), difficulties with concealed carrying, an overly thick handle and high dirtiness.

Glock-17 (Austria)

The most powerful pistol of 9 mm caliber, which also claims to be the most reliable in the world, which has become a real milestone in the development of short-barreled firearms, was designed in 1980 by the Austrian Gaston Glock for the armed forces and police of his native country. The previously little-known company Glock won the competition by successfully implementing the know-how - the use of durable heat-resistant polymers.

Currently, the Glock 17 is in service with law enforcement agencies in over 30 countries. The company produces several modifications for various cartridges, and the classic 17-round model fires 9 × 19 mm Parabellum ammunition.

Length - 186 mm, weight with a full magazine - 905 g.

The Glock 17 is easy to disassemble and assemble, has excellent combat properties, and is quickly brought to a ready-to-fire position due to the absence of a fuse.

Walther P99 (Germany)

Created by the designers of the famous German company in the mid-1990s chambered for 9 × 19 mm Parabellum. It is in service with individual departments and special forces of Germany, the Netherlands, Finland, the Czech Republic, Ukraine, and Estonia.

The frame is polymer, the length is only 180 mm, the weight is small - 700 g. It is equipped with an adjustable sight, a device for attaching a flashlight or a laser designator.

FN Five-seveN (Belgium)

Produced since 2000 by Fabrique Nationale (FN). The words five and seven in the title correspond to the caliber 5.7 mm. Fires 5.7x28mm rounds own design F.N.

It is produced in modifications with three options for magazine capacity - 10, 20 and 30 ammunition. It is popular on the market of civilian weapons and as weapons for special forces, including the American one. Length - 208 mm, weight - 744 g.

Heckler and Koch USP (Germany)

Introduced to the public in 1993, designed by Heckler & Koch under the direction of Helmut Wöldle. Taken into service by the German army. Exists in many variations different lengths and masses, under various cartridges. Very accurate and reliable.

The best revolvers in the world

Colt Python

Six-shot, caliber .357 Magnum. Manufactured from 1955 to 1996. in several variations, with different barrel lengths. It was distinguished by attractive finishes, was popular with rich and famous people, especially monarchs.

Smith & Wesson Model 29

Smith-Wesson, along with revolver and colt, can be safely written down in the most famous revolvers in the world. The Smith & Wesson Model 29 began production in 1955 but, unlike the Colt Python, was never discontinued. Often appears in films and computer games. Shoots almost all .44 caliber revolver cartridges.

Colt 1909

Manufactured in 1898-1940, also called Colt New Service. It was used as a service weapon in the US Armed Forces and Navy, including during both world wars, the Korean and even the Vietnam War. Double action trigger gives a high rate of fire.

The main cartridge is .45 Colt.

Smith & Wesson Model 19

The first revolver to use the .357 Magnum cartridge, which significantly increased bullet speed and penetration. Reliable, accurate, and at the same time has a relatively small size. It is still produced today.

Ruger GP100

Designed in 1985. Cylinder for 6 cartridges .357 Magnum, the impeccable quality of the materials used, appropriate reliability, accurate shooting and at the same time a reasonable cost - these are the advantages that ensured the popularity of this revolver.

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Weapons have destructive power, and humanity is striving for even greater improvement. Our top 10 most popular types of firearms will talk about such "adult toys" that have already proven their power in practice and have acquired the status of "the most dangerous weapon in the world".

10 FN FAL rifle

This light automatic rifle has been produced by Fabrique Nationale de Herstal since 1951. It was adopted in 1954 and was in the arsenal of all NATO countries throughout the Cold War. Main characteristics (OH): length - 1090 mm, weight - 4.45 kg, rate of fire - 650-700 rounds / min, aiming range - 650 m.

9 As50 rifle

This large-caliber sniper rifle was developed by Accuracy International Ltd. The rifle was created for use by army forces for special operations, to combat lightly armored military equipment. It was first introduced in 2005. It was adopted in 2006. OH: length - 1369 mm, weight - 14.1 kg, effective range - 2000 m.

8 MG4 machine gun

This light machine gun, developed by Heckler & Koch, was first introduced in 2001. It was adopted by the German Army in 2003. And in 2007, an export contract was signed with Spain. The machine gun is a fire support weapon, quite light and mobile, the level of an infantry squad. OH: length - 1030 mm, weight - 8.15 kg, rate of fire - 885 rounds / min, aiming range - 1000 m.

7 M1911 pistol

This self-loading pistol was developed in 1908. Since 1911, it has been in service with the US Armed Forces, and is also used by the military and police. Fault tolerance and simplicity of design are the main advantages of the pistol, which was in service in 40 countries around the world. OH: length - 216 mm, weight - 1.12 kg, effective range - 50-70 m.

6 Tracking Point Rifle

This sniper rifle, developed by Tracking Point, is considered the most dangerous small arms. The rifle is equipped with a computer that itself monitors the victim and determines the moment of a successful shot. OH: length - 1025 mm, weight - 9.2 kg, effective range - about 1.1 km.

5 Assault rifle AR-15/M16

This rifle was developed by ArmaLite in 1957, and in the early 60s was adopted by the US Air Force under the M16 index, a little later into service with the US Navy and Army. The AR-15 index was used only for police and civilian modifications. It was first used during the Indonesian-Malaysian confrontation (1962-1966), later gained world fame in the Vietnam War. OH: length - 991 mm, weight - 2.27-3.9 kg, rate of fire - 700-950 rounds / min, aiming range - 400-600 m.

4 RPG-7 grenade launcher

This hand-held anti-tank grenade launcher is designed to combat self-propelled artillery mounts, tanks and other armored vehicles. It was put into service in 1961. It was first used in Vietnam, and then in almost all armed conflicts. OH: length - 950 mm, weight - 6.3 kg, direct shot range - 330 m, aiming range - 700 m, armor penetration - 750 mm.

3 Submachine gun UZI

The Israeli concern "Israel Military Industries" in 1951 introduced a compact submachine gun UZI. For the first time, UZI showed itself in 1956 during the Suez crisis in the Six-Day War during the assault on the Syrian fortifications, gaining worldwide fame. It is currently in service with armies and law enforcement agencies in 95 countries. OH: length - 640 mm, weight - 3.5 kg, rate of fire - 540 rounds / min, aiming range - 200-250 m.

2 Remington 870 shotgun

This pump-action shotgun was introduced by Remington Arms in 1950. Already in 1951, it was put into service. Various modifications of the Remington 870 make it a suitable option for both the military, police, and hunters, athletes, and civilians. One of the advantages is the ability to shoot both buckshot and bullets. OH: length - 1060 mm, weight - 3.6 kg, rate of fire - 37 rounds / min, aiming range - 250 m.

1 AK-47 assault rifle

The Kalashnikov assault rifle (model 1947) was developed in 1946-1949. It was adopted by the Soviet Army in 1949. The assault rifle is a reliable and easy-to-maintain weapon. It has several dozen modifications, which are in service with 50 foreign armies. Its original version is the AK-47. OH: length - 870 mm, weight - 4.3 kg, rate of fire - 600 rounds / min, aiming range - 800 m.

A change in military tactics led to the development of the firearms industry. Each developer strives to create a unique weapon model that will become popular and in demand.