RPM-99 Caliber: 5.45x39 [others available upon request] Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt with balanced action for reduced recoil/muzzle jump Weight: 4.8kg Length: 1070 mm [830 mm with stock folder] Barrel Length: 600mm Rate of Fire: 750 rounds per minute Magazine Capacity: 60 round quadstack, accepts standard 30 or 45 round magazines Effective Range: 600m Fire Modes: single, automatic
The Ruchnoy Pulemyot Morozova is the squad support weapon variant of the earlier AM-99 assault rifle, utilizing many of the features found on that particular weapon. It differs mainly by having a heavier barrel and internal mechanisms, along with a differently shaped stock and built in bipod. The RPM-99 uses an improved muzzle device, reducing felt recoil by 30% when compared to the standard 74 style break.
The sight system of the RPM-99 consists of an asterisk-shaped rear diopter, with 5 apertures drilled in the asterisk points, including a "combat" setting usable for ranges up to to 300m, and the other apertures set graduating up to 1000m.
The polymer receiver contains the usual dovetail rail for mounting eastern bloc optics, along with M1913 rails for various western optics. The front hand guard, constructed of a black, glass-filled polymer also has M1913 rails on the sides for mounting flashlights and laser sights.