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UK vz. 59
IN PRODUCTION
Quick Overview
Manufacturer
Production
1959 - Present
Caliber
Overview
The UK vz. 59 (Univerzální Kulomet vzor 59) is a Czechoslovak 7.62×54mmR general-purpose machine gun. It combines elements of the Soviet PK and Czech SA vz. 58 designs and remains the standard GPMG of the Czech and Slovak armed forces.
Calibers & Ammunition
Dimensions
Overall Length
1,215mm (47.8 in) with buttstock
Barrel Length
593mm (23.4 in)
Weight
8.67 kg (19.1 lb) gun body
Mechanical
Action Type
Gas-operated, tilting breechblock, open bolt
Trigger Type
Selective fire
Sights Type
Adjustable iron sights, graduated to 2,000m
Magazine Capacity
50-round metallic link or 250-round cloth belt
Additional Information
action
Gas-operated, tilting breechblock, open bolt
weight
8.67 kg (19.1 lb) without ammunition
variants
vz. 59L (light, with bipod), vz. 59T (tank co-axial), vz. 59N (NATO 7.62x51mm export variant)
feed_system
50-round metallic link or 250-round cloth belt
rate_of_fire
700-800 rpm
barrel_change
Quick-change barrel with carry handle
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