Mosin-Nagant facts for kids
The Mosin-Nagant is a famous type of bolt-action rifle. It was used by the Russian Empire and later by the Soviet Union. This rifle was their main weapon during big wars like the Russo-Japanese War, World War I, and World War II.
After World War II, newer rifles like the SKS rifle started to replace it. However, the Mosin-Nagant was still used by countries that were allies with the Soviet Union during the Cold War. Even today, some smaller armies still use it. Many people also like to buy it because it is not very expensive. The Mosin-Nagant is the most produced bolt-action rifle ever made, with over 37 million of them built!
This rifle can hold five 7.62 x 54mmR bullets. This type of bullet is still used today in some Russian machine guns and sniper rifles. A very famous Soviet sniper from World War II, Vasily Zaytsev, used a Mosin-Nagant. He was known as one of the deadliest snipers of all time.
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About the Mosin-Nagant Rifle
The Mosin-Nagant is a special kind of rifle. It uses a "bolt-action" system. This means you have to pull a handle back and push it forward to load a new bullet after each shot. This design makes the rifle very strong and reliable.
History of the Rifle
The Mosin-Nagant rifle was first designed in the late 1800s. It became the main rifle for the Russian army in 1891. This was a very important time for Russia, as they were involved in many conflicts. The rifle proved to be a tough and dependable weapon.
Used in Major Wars
This rifle played a huge role in many big wars. It was a key weapon for Russian soldiers in the Russo-Japanese War (1904-1905). Later, it was used by millions of soldiers during World War I (1914-1918). But its most famous use was during World War II (1939-1945). Soviet soldiers relied on the Mosin-Nagant to defend their country.
After World War II
Even after World War II, the Mosin-Nagant continued to be used. It was given to many countries that were allies of the Soviet Union during the Cold War (roughly 1947-1991). This shows how widely trusted and effective the rifle was.
Key Features
The Mosin-Nagant is known for being simple and strong. It was designed to be easy to make in large numbers. This helped the Russian and Soviet armies equip many soldiers quickly.
Ammunition
The rifle uses a powerful bullet called the 7.62x54mmR. This bullet is still used in some modern Russian weapons today. This shows how effective the design of the bullet was.
Famous Users
One of the most famous people to use a Mosin-Nagant was Vasily Zaytsev. He was a Soviet sniper during World War II. Zaytsev became a hero for his incredible shooting skills. He used his Mosin-Nagant to take down many enemy soldiers.
Images for kids
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Schematic of Model 1891 (top left)
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Russian Imperial infantry of World War I armed with Mosin–Nagant rifles
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Mosin–Nagant Model 1891 Infantry Rifle
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Mosin–Nagant Model 1891 Dragoon Rifle (Note that the bolt is in the unlocked position.)
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Mosin–Nagant Model 1891/30
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Soviet Mosin–Nagant model 1891/30 sniper rifle with PU 3.5×21 sight
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Mosin–Nagant Model 1938 Carbine
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Finnish Army Mosin–Nagant Model 91
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Finnish Army Mosin–Nagant Model 27
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Civil Guard Mosin–Nagant Model 28
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M/39 rifle
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M/28-76 marksman/sniper rifle
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A Chinese Type 53 carbine captured by US forces in Korea
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Hungarian M/52 rifle with PU 3.5× optics
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See also
In Spanish: Mosin-Nagant para niños
