M72 B1/AB1
M72 B1/AB1 Light Machine Gun
Magazine-fed 7.62x39 mm light machine gun with heavy 542 mm barrel, offered with fixed (B1) or folding (AB1) stock.
Also written: 7,62x39, 7.62, 7.62 M43, 7.62 Soviet, 7.62 x 39, 7.62X39, 7.62x39, 762x39
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Specification
| Calibre | 7.62x39 mm |
|---|---|
| Magazine capacity | 30 rds |
| Weight of weapon | 5.37 kg |
| Weight of magazine | 0.37 kg |
| Total length | 1025 mm |
| Barrel length | 542 mm |
| Type of fire | Semi-automatic and automatic |
| Operation | Gas |
| Locking system | Rotating bolt |
| Rate of fire | 620 +/- 60 rds/min |
All data provided for information purposes; final specification is defined per contract. Full technical data sheets are issued on request against a stated end-user.