Video of Russian Live-Fire Exercise Mishap Viewed Millions of Times
Summary
A video showing a Russian soldier losing control of a powerful helicopter machine gun adapted for use on the ground has been viewed millions of times online. The footage, from an unknown date and location, shows the gun swinging wildly during a training exercise, with soldiers narrowly avoiding injury.Key Facts
- The weapon in the video is a four-barrel YakB-12.7 rotary machine gun, originally designed for the Soviet Mi-24 attack helicopter.
- The gun was mounted on a ground stand instead of its usual helicopter turret.
- After the trigger was pulled, the heavy gun came loose and spun uncontrollably.
- Soldiers were seen jumping away to avoid being hit; one soldier burned his hand on the hot barrel.
- The video has been viewed over 16 million times and circulated widely on social media.
- The incident reportedly involved a Russian anti-drone mobile fire group during training.
- Russian forces have suffered heavy losses and face equipment and training challenges in the Ukraine war.
- Newsweek has not confirmed the exact location, date, or if anyone was injured, and is seeking comment from the Russian Defense Ministry.
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