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2 unusual facts about Tula Arms Plant


Tula Arms Plant

The plant is notable for its production of the unique Saritch 308 "battle rifle" recently featured in Western video game life in the form of the "SMR" of Call of Duty: Black Ops II of Treyarch/Activision, a rival for the most powerful primary weapon in the game.

Significant ore deposits were situated relatively close to it and it had access to ample transportation routes like the Upa River and many rail lines coming into and out of the city.


Korovin pistol

Sergey Korovin designed the first 7.65 mm calibre military pistol around 1922, while working at the famous Tula arms factory TOZ.


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