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[[File:ASh-12.jpg|thumb|right|400px|Prototype ASh-12.7 - 12.7x55mm]] | [[File:ASh-12.jpg|thumb|right|400px|Prototype ASh-12.7 - 12.7x55mm]] | ||
The '''ShAK-12''', previously known as '''ASh-12.7''' (''Avtomat Shturmovoy'' > "Automatic Assault Rifle" - ''12.7mm calibre'') | The '''ShAK-12''', previously known as '''ASh-12.7''' (''Avtomat Shturmovoy'' > "Automatic Assault Rifle" - ''12.7mm calibre'') is a Close Quarters Battle or Dynamic Entry weapon. It is useful in penetrating cover or breaching doors. It can also be used to neutralize targets that are behind cover and/or wearing body armor. | ||
Early models had an integral carry handle with a Picatinny rail across the top. Later models had a "flat-top" with a detachable carry handle and a monolithic Picatinny rail across the top. There are short Picatinny rails along the sides of the forend for mounting accessories. There is also a long Picatinny rail under the forend that can mount either a vertical foregrip or a 40mm muzzle-loading grenade launcher. The barrel can mount either a muzzle brake or a silencer. | Early models had an integral carry handle with a Picatinny rail across the top. Later models had a "flat-top" with a detachable carry handle and a monolithic Picatinny rail across the top. There are short Picatinny rails along the sides of the forend for mounting accessories. There is also a long Picatinny rail under the forend that can mount either a vertical foregrip or a 40mm muzzle-loading grenade launcher. The barrel can mount either a muzzle brake or a silencer. | ||
Revision as of 11:27, 6 July 2018
The ShAK-12, previously known as ASh-12.7 (Avtomat Shturmovoy > "Automatic Assault Rifle" - 12.7mm calibre) is a Close Quarters Battle or Dynamic Entry weapon. It is useful in penetrating cover or breaching doors. It can also be used to neutralize targets that are behind cover and/or wearing body armor.
Early models had an integral carry handle with a Picatinny rail across the top. Later models had a "flat-top" with a detachable carry handle and a monolithic Picatinny rail across the top. There are short Picatinny rails along the sides of the forend for mounting accessories. There is also a long Picatinny rail under the forend that can mount either a vertical foregrip or a 40mm muzzle-loading grenade launcher. The barrel can mount either a muzzle brake or a silencer.
Specifications
- Caliber: 12.7x55mm (Also known as STs-130; the cartridge is a straight-walled, rimless brass case based on the .338 Lapua Magnum.)
- Barrel length: ??
- Total length: 40 in (101.6 cm)
- Feed system: 10- or 20-round detachable box magazine.
- Weight: 13 lbs (5.9 kg)
- Country of origin: Russia
The ShAK-12 can be seen in the following:
Video Games
| Game Title | Referred as | Mods | Note | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Survarium | ASh-12 | 2014 |