Expedition to Europe

In fact, if you put the PPSh submachine gun and the Lewis light machine gun together, it is really hard to tell them apart.

The PPSh submachine gun uses a drum magazine to feed ammunition, and so does the Lewis light machine gun. The difference is that the PPSh's drum magazine is below the bolt, while the Lewis's drum magazine is above the bolt. The heat dissipation method is also similar. Lewis uses a large amount of copper sheets for physical heat dissipation, so the barrel looks thick, and the heat dissipation principle of the PPSh is similar to that of Lewis, and it also has an unconventionally thick barrel.

So it seems that the PPSh submachine gun and the Lewis light machine gun are definitely close relatives. As long as you see their pictures, many people will think so.

Of course, in Qin Zhiyuan's era, Red Russia is very different from the Soviet Union in history. The country is in a state of division, which makes Russians unwilling to run the economy. The domestic industrial base of Red Russia is almost blank. It is not easy to build the same steel torrent as in another time and space. As for the PPSh submachine gun that has been approved in history, let alone the production of rifles in Red Russia, PPSh is destined to be a bubble.

In Qin Zhiyuan's case, the PPSh submachine gun and the M1 Garand rifle appeared almost at the same time. Since there are sufficient conditions, Qin Zhiyuan must copy all the classics in another time and space.

Of course, whether it is PPSh or M1, they are not called by that name now. In Lan Fang, the numbers of these two weapons are B-3 rifle and B-2 rifle.

"How is the test data?" It's useless to talk about it. Qin Zhiyuan is still concerned about the specific data.

"From the data, the B-2 is definitely better. The range of this rifle exceeds 1,000 meters, and the effective killing distance is 750 meters. At a position of 400 meters, the distribution of bullet points is better than the 98B we are currently using. Relatively speaking, the performance of the B-3 is worse, with an effective range of only 200 meters and less than ideal accuracy. Although the firepower of the 71-round drum is strong, there is still a heat dissipation problem during use. If the B-3 is used for continuous shooting, after two magazines are emptied, the temperature of the barrel will be too high, and it must be suspended and wait for the barrel to cool down, otherwise it will affect the life of the barrel. At the same time, there is also a cost problem. The cost of a B-3 rifle is about 1.5 times that of a B-2 rifle, so our opinion is that ordinary soldiers are equipped with B-2 rifles, and squad leaders can use B-3 rifles." Zeng Ruiqi is well prepared and can make his own suggestions based on the advantages and disadvantages of the weapons.

In fact, whether it is the B-2 or the B-3, the reason why they can become a reality is due to the progress of materials.

In another time and space, the Americans would not actually start researching automatic rifles until the next year, but they would not come up with design drawings until 1929. The Soviets were faster. They started designing in 1925, and had drawings of PPSh in 1927.

There is one problem that needs to be noted. Whether it is the United States or the Soviet Union, their designs remain on paper and have not formed physical objects. The crux lies in the lag in materials.

Most of the material research in the United States is a commercial behavior of private research institutes, not a national behavior organized by the state; although the research in the Soviet Union is a national behavior, it is difficult to produce results because of the weak industrial foundation of the country.

Lan Fang combines the advantages of Americans and Soviets. Lan Fang's laboratory is a state-led laboratory that can mobilize all the forces of the whole society to tackle key problems. This is an advantage that the United States does not have. At the same time, Lan Fang's current industrial foundation is not weak. Although Lan Fang actually has relatively few factories in production, because of its relationship with France, Lan Fang has not fallen behind in the material field. Now that Lan Fang has defeated the Japanese and obtained the Japanese metallurgical technology, Lan Fang can be said to be at the forefront of the world in the field of materials science.

"The B-3 is not in service. This is just a technical reserve for us. Wait for a while. After a while, you will have new tasks." Qin Zhiyuan has an idea.

In Qin Zhiyuan's plan, the PPSh is just a transition. What Qin Zhiyuan really wants is the AK-47, which is more convenient for mass production.

In Qin Zhiyuan's plan, ordinary soldiers of Lan Fang's army should be equipped with B-2 rifles, and squad leaders should be equipped with AK-47s, and then equipped with light machine guns at the squad level. In this way, Lan Fang can have unparalleled firepower in this era. No matter which country's army Lan Fang faces, Lan Fang is sure to win the battle.

Just when Qin Zhiyuan and Zeng Ruiqi were communicating, Foch finally satisfied Louis Julian's star-chasing heart. After taking a photo with Louis Julian, Foch finally saw the B-2 and B-3.

"This is the new rifle, it looks similar to the previous one... a little heavier and shorter. If a bayonet is installed, will it not be long enough?" Foch just weighed the B-2 and gave a few opinions.

"This kind of rifle with a bayonet is just for show. It doesn't have much effect in actual combat. If we reason based on the firing rate and power of this rifle, the troops have no chance to fight the enemy with bayonets. So it's okay to shorten the barrel. At least it will be lighter, and the soldiers can have more physical strength to carry more bullets." Qin Zhiyuan explained carefully.

Determining the weapon system is a very important issue. All factors must be taken into consideration. If you are not careful, it may cause a bad review after the weapon is equipped in the troops.

"Your argument is really absurd. It is true that shortening the barrel will reduce weight, but it will also affect the trajectory and range of the bullet. It is putting the cart before the horse to reduce weight at the cost of reducing range and power. Isn't it the most ideal way to fight to destroy the enemy at the maximum range?" Foch was dismissive of Qin Zhiyuan's point of view.

Although he was dismissive, Foch still showed great interest in B-2 and B-3, especially B-3. After putting down B-2, Foch picked up B-3 and kept looking at it. It seems that he likes B-3 more.

"Not really. In fact, too large a range is basically useless for soldiers, especially ordinary infantry. Generally speaking, infantry and enemies fight within a range of 400 meters. Beyond 400 meters, rifles can only rely on intensive shooting to cause damage. If a scope is not installed, 400 meters is even beyond the naked eye of the soldier. Therefore, the rifle only needs to ensure the lethality and accuracy within 400 meters. There is no point in pursuing lethality at a longer distance." Qin Zhiyuan did not give in. Only Qin Zhiyuan dared to refute Foch in person.

Just as Qin Zhiyuan and Foch were arguing, Louis Julian also came to the side. Seeing that Qin Zhiyuan and Foch had different opinions, Louis Julian mustered up the courage to interrupt, but it didn't work. Louis Julian wanted to interrupt several times, but he didn't dare to say it out loud. It can be seen that Qin Zhiyuan and Foch are full of momentum.

"Your theory is also a fallacy. What is within 400 meters? Have you tried it?" Foch must be based on facts.

"Of course I have tried it, and you can try it now." Qin Zhiyuan said, and turned to Zeng Ruiqi who was standing with his hands down: "Go get a few targets, from 100 meters to 600 meters, one every 50 meters."

The king spoke, even though he knew that the result might make Foch lose face, Zeng Ruiqi immediately arranged for people to set up targets.

Fortunately, the shooting range of the Light Weapons Research Institute is large enough. Not to mention 600 meters, the length of this shooting range is 2,000 meters, which can be used to test the maximum range of heavy machine guns.

Sure enough, when he saw the targets neatly arranged on the shooting range, Foch stopped talking.

400 meters, if you just talk about this distance, it may not give people a deep impression, but if it is put into reality, an adult 400 meters away is about the size of a matchstick. Considering the accuracy of firearms, it is already very difficult to shoot at this distance. If you ask for a longer distance, it is too much.

"Come on, let's try it, starting from the nearest 100 meters. Ferdinand, how about a cigar?" Qin Zhiyuan wanted to add some spice.

"You really want to go crazy for the casino. You have to bet on something. I really doubt what you will teach Anzhe in the future!" Foch didn't want to gamble, and he started to scold Qin Zhiyuan when he caught him.

Qin Zhiyuan wanted to build Lanling Island into a comprehensive tourist resort, which was not a problem in itself, but because there was a casino in Qin Zhiyuan's design, this decision still caused controversy to a certain extent.

For example, Ferdinand Foch, a devout Catholic, was one of the people who most strongly opposed the Lanling Island plan.

As for "Anzhe", this is Qin De's French name. Although Qin Zhiyuan was reluctant, Ferdinand Foch still gave Qin De a French name, which fully satisfied Foch's desire to name him.

Of course, just like Qin Zhiyuan and Julie thought, Ferdinand Foch was said to have stayed up for several nights and finally took the name "Anzhe" which was a common name.

"Ange" is French for "Ange", which means angel.

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In fact, there is something else that bothers Qin Zhiyuan about Qin De's name. Although William III has returned to Germany, he claims that he has already chosen a Christian name for Qin De. The name is also a classic name that is too common: Riebling, which means darling in German.

"Qin De will hold all of this tightly in his hands. If he can't control all of this, it means that he is not worthy of inheriting the throne." Qin Zhiyuan said coldly.

Qin Zhiyuan raised the B-2 in his hand and started to shoot steadily in a standard standing position.

Bang, bang, bang...

The sound was crisp, the shooting was stable, and the body was almost not shaken at all. It can be seen that although Qin Zhiyuan has been the king for less than a year, he has not neglected physical exercise.

This is a good habit.

Qin Zhiyuan stopped his hand and started to load bullets into the gun until all eight bullets were fired.

"Not worthy? Are you going to shake Anzhe's position as the first heir?" Foch was worried.

Qin Zhiyuan now has only one wife, Julie, and only one child, Qin De. No matter from which aspect, Qin De is the first heir to the throne of Lan Fang.

"Of course not, I mean, if Qin De is not qualified, then he will not have the opportunity to inherit the throne. If Qin De performs well, then he is the first heir, there is no doubt about it." Qin Zhiyuan wants to reassure Foch.

"Congratulations, Your Majesty, 80 rings!" Just after Qin Zhiyuan finished shooting, the staff who had been hiding in the bunker next to the target began to use flag signals to report the target. Qin Zhiyuan's score was very good.

"Humph..." Foch hummed unconvincedly, raised the rifle in his hand and fired continuously at another target.

Bang bang bang...

The result was very surprising. Foch missed the target with the first shot.

Really old!