7.62x54mm Machine Gun

Calibre, mm 7,62
Cartridge, mm 7,62×54
Fire mode continuous
Rate of fire, rounds/min 650
Practical rate 250
Muzzle velocity, m/s 825
Sighting range, m 1500
Maximum effective firing range, m 3800
Ammunition box capacity, rounds 100/200
Barrel length, mm 605
Sight radius, mm 663
Overall length, mm: 1160
Weight without ammunition box and tripod, kg 8.500
Weight of loaded ammunition box, kg
– with loaded 100 round metal belt, kg 3.9
– with loaded 200 round metal belt, kg 6.5
Principle of function gas operated
System life, rounds 25000