| TKB-517 | |
|---|---|
 Avtomat Korobov TKB-517 | |
| Type | Assault Rifle |
| Place of origin |
 Soviet Union |
| Service history | |
| Used by | Soviet Union |
| Production history | |
| Designer | German A. Korobov |
| Designed | about 1952 |
| Manufacturer | Tula State Arsenal |
| No. built | Unknown |
| Variants |
TKB-454 TKB-516 & TKB-523(Light machine gun) |
| Specifications | |
| Mass |
3.8 kg (8 lb 6 oz) loaded with 30-round mag 3,5kg (7 lb 8 oz) unloaded |
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| Cartridge | 7.62x39mm |
| Caliber | 7.62 mm |
| Action | Lever-delayed blowback |
| Rate of fire | 600 rounds/min |
| Muzzle velocity | 700 m/s |
| Effective firing range | 350-400 m |
| Maximum firing range | 1500 m |
| Feed system |
30-round detachable box Magazine Belt (TKB-516 machine gun) |
| Sights | Adjustable iron sights |
The TKB-517 assault rifle was designed by Gherman A. Korobov. This rifle was similar externally to the AK-47 but based on the delayed blowback mechanism invented by Pál Király. It turned out to be more reliable and accurate, and easier to produce and maintain.[1] Like the AK series, it was also manufactured with folding stocks, long heavier barrels with bipods forming light support weapons and even a belt-fed variant. Its rejection was because of a greater proficiency with the AK-47 among the Russian military.
Overview
The TKB-517 is externally similar to the AK-47 and field-strips similarly, but instead it uses Lever-Delayed Blowback for its operation, slightly reducing recoil and making it more controllable. The receiver is made from pressed steel with laminated wood stock, grip and handguards.
See also
References
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