Name that rifle

[rdc]

Saw this recently in an article about the Ukraine. Very AK like but the front half of the receiver looks odd. Looking at the barrel I was thinking maybe tear gas or flare gun but it seems weird to scope one of those.

 

[joppaj]

I'll name it "Ivan".

 

[NateIU10]

VSS Vintorez?

 

[HappyCamper]

Vintorez...

 

[rdc]

Awesome. I've never heard of that rifle before. Learn something everyday. Thanks

 

[Allium]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VSS_Vintorez

 

[thomfantomas]

 

[Brent]

That gun is a bad mother. If only i could have one...
ive liked em for quite some time but gave up lusting over them.

 

[HonestFool03]

Want.

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[Brent]

Closely guarded in russia
They dont export that or its ammunition to the states
im sure some americans somewhere have one. But not legally

 

[iH8DemLibz]

.50 caliber sub-sonic beast.

 

[SCARCQB]

Its similar to the suppressed 300 blackout in performance. Uses a heavy 9mm diameter bullet

 

[Brent]

9x39 and about 250-260 grains if memory serves me

 

[anil]

There have been projects to make one stateside. Currently there is a vss tumbler documenting one current attempt with hopes to commercialize.

http://vssvintorez.tumblr.com

Very much want.

 

[SCARCQB]

I was able to play with one when i visited Turkey. I want one as well.
The VSS and the Bison SMG were a real treat.