Underwater firearm

Underwater firearm refers to a type of firearm specifically designed for use underwater. These firearms are typically used by military and law enforcement agencies for underwater operations.

History

The development of underwater firearms began during the Cold War, when both the United States and the Soviet Union sought to equip their naval forces with effective underwater combat capabilities. The first successful underwater firearm was the Soviet APS underwater rifle, which was introduced in the 1970s.

Design and Operation

Underwater firearms are designed to overcome the challenges posed by the underwater environment. The main challenge is the high drag of water, which significantly reduces the range and velocity of conventional bullets. To overcome this, underwater firearms use specially designed ammunition that is more effective in water.

The most common type of ammunition used in underwater firearms is the supercavitating torpedo. Supercavitation involves the creation of a bubble of gas around the torpedo, which reduces drag and allows the torpedo to travel at high speeds underwater.

Notable Underwater Firearms

Some of the most notable underwater firearms include the APS underwater rifle, the SPP-1 underwater pistol, and the ASM-DT amphibious rifle. These firearms have been used by various military and law enforcement agencies around the world.

See Also

• Underwater warfare
• Naval warfare
• Special forces

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