The ADS amphibious rifle is a type of assault rifle that is designed for use in amphibious environments. It is a Russian-made weapon that was developed by the Federal State Unitary Enterprise TSNIITOCHMASH, a research and development institute that is part of the Russian Ministry of Defense.
History[]
The ADS amphibious rifle is a bullpup-style weapon, which means that the magazine is located behind the trigger. This design allows for a more compact rifle, which is easier to handle in tight spaces such as naval vessels or amphibious vehicles. The rifle is chambered in 5.45x39mm, which is a lightweight and low-recoil cartridge that is well-suited to amphibious operations.
The ADS was built on the research and studies performed on the ASM-DT and previous underwater firearms, the first Russian dual-medium assault rifle; a problem with the ASM-DT was its use of specialized proprietary ammunition if it were to be used underwater.
Design Details[]
The ADS is based on the A-91 assault rifle. The weapon is fitted with a 40mm grenade launcher up front which can fire off various VOG-25 grenades, though no mention of the ability to fire specialized underwater grenades is made. The weapon has a forward ejection tube, so cartridges are ejected forward of the shooter, preventing any danger of hot brass being flung into the shooter's face.
One of the key features of the ADS amphibious rifle is its ability to fire underwater. The rifle is equipped with a special gas system that allows it to fire submerged to a depth of up to 5 meters. This makes it an effective weapon for use in amphibious assaults, where soldiers may need to engage targets from both land and water.
Another key feature of the ADS amphibious rifle is its modular design. The rifle can be easily disassembled and reassembled, allowing soldiers to quickly adapt it to different scenarios and environments. It can also be fitted with a variety of different accessories, such as optics, laser sights, and suppressors.