Which is better M4 or M16?
“The M4 holds every quality that the M16 does: everything an M16 can do, the M4 does better.” He told Marine Corps Times that, in his experience, the only practical difference in his experience is that the M16 can accurately shoot out to 600 yards , while the M4 has an effective range of about 545 .
Why is M16 so bad?
The harsh jungle climate corroded the rifle’s chamber, exacerbated by the manufacturer’s decision against chrome-plating the chamber. The ammunition that accompanied the rifles sent to Vietnam was incompatible with the M16 and was the principal cause of the failure to extract malfunctions.
How much is an M 16 worth?
What is a COLT M16 rifle Worth? A COLT M16 rifle is currently worth an average price of $1,702.83 new and $1,534.50 used .
Is AK-47 better than M16?
The 7.62x39mm cartridge lends the AK-47 more weight and greater penetration when compared to the M16. The 5.56x45mm cartridge gives the M16 better range and accuracy when compared to the AK-47. Its minimal recoil, high velocity, and flat trajectory allow shooters greater precision than the AK-47.
Why is an AK-47 so dangerous?
The most serious drawback to the AK-47 is the low muzzle velocity of the relatively heavy 7.62mm round. This results in a looping trajectory that requires a clumsy adjustment for accuracy at ranges beyond 300 meters.
Is the AK-47 the best gun in the world?
The AK-47 is the deadliest weapon ever built, on the whole. Its kill count even tops nuclear weapons in sheer numbers. But the first AK-47s were very heavy and weren’t really built for aiming.
How many bullets does a AK-47 shoot per second?
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| AK-47 | |
|---|---|
| Cartridge | 7.62×39mm |
| Action | Gas-operated, rotating bolt |
| Rate of fire | Cyclic rate of fire: 600 rds/min Combat rate of fire: Semi-auto 40 rds/min Bursts 100 rds/min |
| Muzzle velocity | 715 m/s (2,350 ft/s) |
What countries can you own fully automatic weapons?
Only three countries in the world currently have a constitutional right to own a gun: the US, Mexico, and Guatemala. Six other countries used to have a constitutional right to bear arms, but they’ve since repealed those laws.
Can you own guns in Norway?
Gun ownership is restricted in Norway, unless one has officially documented a use for the gun. By far the most common grounds for civilian ownership are hunting and sports shooting, in that order. Rifle and shotgun ownership permission can be given to “sober and responsible” persons 18 years or older.
Why are guns banned UK?
Handguns were banned for most purposes after the Dunblane school massacre in 1996 with the exception of Northern Ireland, Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. Police in the United Kingdom (aside from Northern Ireland) are not routinely armed.