Man holds RPK-16 light machine gun with drum magazine and scope
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Brief Overview of Russian RPK-16

At a tradeshow, a representative gives a brief overview of the RPK-16 light machine gun in 5.45×39. He highlights design features including the adjustable buttstock, full length Picatinny rail, 4 kilogram light weight, 96 round drum, ability to use AK magazines, free floating handguard, different barrel lengths and that the barrels can be changed in the field.

Man in a tan cap holding a camouflaged RPK-16 light machine gun with a scope and bipod.
The RPK-16 builds on the innovations developed for the AK-12.
RPK-16 light machine gun with a drum magazine, featuring a desert camouflage pattern.
The RPK-16 in 5.45×39 can use a 96-round drum or standard AK magazines.

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