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DShK 1938 vs GAU-19/A
Side-by-side technical comparison
DShK 1938
Other WeaponsIn production
GAU-19/A
Other WeaponsIn production
Overview
Spec
DShK 1938
GAU-19/A
Production
1938–present
1983–present
Units produced
Over 1,000,000
Unknown
Specifications
Spec
DShK 1938
GAU-19/A
Overall length
1,625mm (64 in)
1400 mm (55.1 in)
Barrel length
1,070mm (42.1 in)
914 mm (36 in) per barrel
Weight
34 kg (75 lb) gun body
36.50 kg (80.5 lb) gun only
Magazine capacity
50-round metallic link belt
Linked ammunition, typically 200-500 rounds
Action type
Gas-operated, flapper locking, open bolt
Electric-driven rotary
Trigger type
Full auto only
Electric solenoid
Sights
Adjustable iron sights, anti-aircraft sight ring
Reflex sight or electronic fire control