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RPK-74

IN PRODUCTION
RPK-74
Quick Overview
Production
1974 - Present
Overview

The RPK-74 is a Soviet light machine gun developed by Mikhail Kalashnikov. It is the 5.45x39mm variant of the earlier RPK light machine gun. The RPK-74 shares approximately 75 percent parts commonality with the AK-74 assault rifle. It features a longer, heavier barrel, a bipod, and a reinforced receiver for sustained fire. The weapon uses a 45-round magazine or a standard 30-round AK-74 magazine. It was designed as a squad-level support weapon for the Soviet military.

Calibers & Ammunition
Dimensions
Overall Length
1060 mm
Barrel Length
590 mm
Weight
4.7 kg
Mechanical
Action Type
Long-stroke gas piston
Trigger Type
Single stage
Sights Type
Adjustable tangent rear, hooded front
Magazine Capacity
45 rounds
Additional Information
action
Long-stroke gas piston
length
1060 mm
weight
4.7 kg
capacity
45 rounds
barrel Length
590 mm

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