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ITEM #: SA-RPD
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This is an engineering masterpiece, one of the very first ATF approved semi-automatic RPD belt fed rifles. This
one was built by master gunsmith Len Savage of Historic Arms.
The Soviet made RPD was widely used and encountered in Vietnam. It was at the time standard squad automatic weapon
of the Communist World. It is also known as the Chinese type 56 light machinegun. It is chambered for the exact
same round as fired by the AK-47 and SKS, the 7.62 x 39mm. The RPD uses a drum type magazine to hold a 100 round
linked belt of ammunition. The metallic links are the non-disintegrating type, but separate into two or three sections
when fired. The RPD, or formally known as the Ruchnoi Pulemet Degtyarev, was one of the lightest machine guns ever
produced. The RPD is simple in design, easy to maintain and very reliable. It has a slow cyclic rate of fire of 150
RPM with a max effective range of 800 meters. It is gas operated, air cooled and can be fired from the shoulder like
a rifle or in a prone supported position. The bipod is permanently attached, but can be folded along side the barrel
for ease in movement. It weighs 19.4 pounds fully loaded and fires from the open bolt position. The closest comparison
to a U.S. weapon is the BAR (Browning Automatic Rifle).
This firearm is not a Class 3 weapon, it transfers to your FFL the same as any other regular rifle. It comes with
two 50rd belts, three extra drums, three drum carriers, sling, and a Historic Arms manual.
>> To purchase a firearm, you need a Federal Firearm License. If you do not have a FFL, you need to find a Gun Dealer in your area to "transfer" the gun for you, or you can simply get a copy of How To Obtain FFL Manual and learn how to get a FFL on your own. If you have trouble finding a FFL dealer, please contact us and we may be able to assist you. |
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