RSh-12

RSh-12
Type Revolver
Place of origin Russia
Service history
In service 2014-present
Used by Federal Security Service
Production history
Designer Viktor Zelenko
Designed 2000
Manufacturer KBP Instrument Design Bureau
Produced 2000–present
Specifications
Weight 2.2 kg (4.9 lb)[1]
Length 357 mm (14.1 in)[1]
Width 53 mm (2.1 in)[1]
Height 159 mm (6.3 in)[1]
Cartridge 12.7×55mm STs-130
Action Double-action revolver
Feed system 5-round cylinder
Sights adjustable dioptric sight and a fixed sight with a V-shaped slot

The RSh-12 is a Russian-made revolver chambered in 12.7×55mm STs-130. RSh-12 is currently the second most powerful revolver in the world after a .50 BMG revolver.[2]

Suggested usage include lock breaching. It is chambered for the same ammunition as the ASh-12.7 battle rifle.

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References

  1. 1 2 3 4 https://www.reddit.com/r/GunPorn/comments/510g1z/russian_rsh12_assault_revolver_127x55mm_918_651/
  2. ↑ "50 BMG Handgun - The Firearm BlogThe Firearm Blog".
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