Modernized PKM with a fixed heavy barrel using forced air cooling through the barrel shroud, eliminating the need for barrel changes during sustained fire. The Pecheneg can sustain 600 rounds without barrel change vs the PKM's 200-round limit. Type: Machine Gun Action: Select-Fire Caliber: 7.62x54mmR Capacity: 100 Year introduced: 2001, Russia Weight: 256 oz Overall length: 47.5" Status: Active Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Squad Support