The standard Soviet light machine gun of WWII, recognizable by its flat pan magazine positioned above the barrel. Widely used at the squad level, reliable in extreme cold, and simple enough for conscript soldiers to maintain. Type: Machine Gun Action: Automatic Caliber: 7.62x54R Capacity: 47 Year introduced: 1928, Soviet Union Weight: 460.8 oz Overall length: 50.8" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Support, Military, LMG