Rp 46 Mashin gun 7,62 kalieber

The RP-46 is a Soviet machine gun developed in the 1940s. It is based on the well-known DP-28 design, which is famous for its robust construction and ease of use. The RP-46 was modified for use with a machine gun tripod and was designed as a light, portable machine gun for infantry units.

Features:

Caliber: 7.62×54mmR, the same as many other Soviet rifles and machine guns of the era.

Rate of Fire: About 600 rounds per minute.

Length: Approximately 1,250 mm (with a long barrel).

Weight: Around 9 kg (with the tripod).

Magazine Capacity: It used a drum magazine with a capacity of 47 rounds, allowing for continuous fire over a period of time.

Usage:

The RP-46 was primarily used by the Soviet Army during World War II and beyond. It was mainly employed in infantry units to provide sustained fire support. Known for its durability and reliability, even under harsh conditions, the RP-46 was an effective weapon for its time.

While the RP-46 was an improvement over the older DP-28 in terms of handling and accuracy, it was eventually replaced by more modern machine guns like the PK series.