Fyodorov–Shpagin Model 1922

The Fyodorov–Shpagin Model 1922 was an experimental twin barrel Soviet machine gun. It was designed by Vladimir Fyodorov and Georgy Shpagin and was chambered in 6.5×51mm Fyodorov.[1][2][3]

Fyodorov–Shpagin Model 1922
TypeMachine gun
Place of originSoviet Union
Production history
DesignerVladimir Fyodorov, Georgy Shpagin
Designed1922
Specifications
Cartridge6.5×51mm Fyodorov
Caliber6.5mm
Barrels2
Rate of fire1200rpm
Feed system2×25-round detachable box magazine
SightsIron

References

  1. Small Arms Illustrated, 2010.
  2. http://img717.imageshack.us/img717/4126/2414026yzcl1epq.jpg
  3. Болотин, Давид (1995). "Глава 5. Автомат Фёдорова и унификация стрелкового оружия на его базе" (PDF). История советского стрелкового оружия и патронов (in Russian). СПб.: Полигон. pp. 161–163. ISBN 5-85503-072-5.
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