Zastava M84

Zastava Arms · Machine-Gun · In Production · 1984

Weight (empty)8800 g (310.4 oz)
Overall Length1175 mm (46.26")
Barrel Length658 mm (25.91")
Magazine Capacity100 rounds
Action TypeGas Operated Long Stroke
Firing MechanismOpen Bolt
Muzzle Velocity825 m/s (2707 fps)
Muzzle Energy3623 J (2672 ft·lbf)
Effective Range1000 m (1094 yd)
Frame MaterialSteel

Primary Caliber: 7.62x54mmR

The Zastava M84 is a general-purpose machine gun chambered in 7.62x54mmR, manufactured under license from the Soviet PKM design. Entering service with the Yugoslav People's Army in 1985, the M84 is a belt-fed, gas-operated weapon with a quick-change chrome-lined barrel capable of sustained fire at 700-800 rounds per minute. The gun weighs 8.8 kg on its bipod and feeds from 100- or 250-round non-disintegrating metal link belts. The M84 M modernized variant adds a folding stock with adjustable che...

Country of Origin: Serbia