Dlugov assault rifle | |
Origin: | Soviet Union |
Type: | Assault rifle |
Is Ranged: | YES |
Designer: | Dlugov |
Design Date: | 1953 |
Cartridge: | 7.62×39mm |
Caliber: | 7.62mm |
Action: | Blowback |
Feed: | 30-round detachable box magazine |
Sights: | Iron sights |
The Dlugov assault rifle (автомат Длугова) was a prototype assault rifle of Soviet origin. The weapon used a blowback operation and was chambered in the 7.62×39mm round. It was proposed as an alternative to the gas operated AK-47, but the Dlugov turned out ineffective and was rejected.[1]