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A number of changes have been made: a new modification of the Russian RPL-20 machine gun

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For the needs of the Russian special forces, a new belt-powered RPL-20 light machine gun with a caliber of 5.45 x 39 mm is being developed.

According to the Western press, the tests have yielded positive results and it may soon enter mass production. At the same time, during the development, the design of the machine gun regularly underwent changes. The new modification was demonstrated in August of this year.

Image source: topwar.ru

There are noticeable changes in the overall configuration and ergonomics compared to previous versions. Also, the improvements made make it possible to equip the RPL-20 with all kinds of accessories and modern optical sights

- it is said in the media.

Image source: topwar.ru

The machine gun has mounts on four sides of the front of the forearm, on which accessories can be placed, including a carrying handle, bipods for placing the machine gun in combat position, visible and infrared lasers for better aiming, a handle for holding and other equipment.

The weight of the machine gun is just over 5.2 kg in combat gear. There are 100 or 200 rounds in the box. The weapon can be equipped with both short and long barrels. There is a special device for their quick replacement.

Image source: topwar.ru

This is a very valuable detail in the RPL-20, as it allows continuous suppression fire with a rate of fire of 600 rounds per minute.

- it is indicated in the Western press.

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