Soviet Weapons Systems
of The Afghan War
(1979-1988)

In this section we have several weapons to display:  Each is accompanied by photographs, technical specifications, and a full description of the weapon.  We have tried to focus of the history of each weapon's development, its capabilities and limitations, and where they have been used in combat.  The various types of ammunition used with each weapon are also listed and described.

 

Firearms, Rockets, and Mines

New Service Weapons

Other Service Weapons

 

Swords, Bayonets, and Fighting Knives

Weapons Developed

Weapons in Service
  • None in collection at this time

 

Earlier Period
Weapons

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The Afghan War

Later Period
Weapons