The Soviet heavy machine gun equivalent to the American M2 Browning in role and caliber. Mounted on tanks, vehicles, and tripods throughout WWII and remained in service with numerous forces through modern conflicts. Type: Machine Gun Action: Automatic Caliber: 12.7x108mm Soviet Capacity: 50 Year introduced: 1938, Soviet Union Weight: 2073.6 oz Overall length: 64.6" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Anti-Aircraft, Vehicle, Support, Military