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The '''RSh-12''' (Russian: РШ-12; Револьвер Штурмовой калибра, "12.7mm Assault Revolver") is a somewhat mysterious Russian large-caliber revolver. To public knowledge, its first and only appearance ever was a showcase in a 2014 convention, shown by the [[KBP Instrument Design Bureau]]. The model shown is an apparently stress-tested prototype (as indicated by numerous dents across the gun), marked with serial number 100001. This model is the only publicly-known model of the weapon. Only one image was taken of the weapon, accompanied with its information card (from which most technical info on the gun is taken from), and the image to the right is the background-removed version of said image. | The '''RSh-12''' (Russian: РШ-12; Револьвер Штурмовой калибра, "12.7mm Assault Revolver") is a somewhat mysterious Russian large-caliber revolver. It was stated that it was developed in the early 2000s. To public knowledge, its first and only appearance ever was a showcase in a 2014 convention, shown by the [[KBP Instrument Design Bureau]]. The model shown is an apparently stress-tested prototype (as indicated by numerous dents across the gun), marked with serial number 100001. This model is the only publicly-known model of the weapon. Only one image was taken of the weapon, accompanied with its information card (from which most technical info on the gun is taken from), and the image to the right is the background-removed version of said image. In 2016, it was mentioned about its adoption by some special subdivisions of Russia, but so far there is no evidence of its actual use, as well as production. | ||
The RSh-12 is often described as an anti-materiel revolver. It is chambered in 12.7x55mm, which is also used on the [[VSSK Vychlop]] sniper rifle and the [[ShAK-12]] battle rifle (previously known as the ASh-12.7). While not a .50 BMG, on a handgun scale, such an overkill round would be either for big game hunting or anti-materiel use; its tactical features suggest the latter. Not content with being just a .50 revolver, the RSh-12 shows even more bizarre features. It fires from the bottom cylinder instead of the top, in a manner similar to the [[Mateba Autorevolver]]. Its pentagonal cylinder is seemingly ''both'' spin-out and top-breaking, since it has both hinges for both these purposes. Its information card describes some attachments that the revolver is able to use, which include a buttstock, a foregrip, and most mind-boggling of all a suppressor, which would suggest a gas-seal design like on the [[Nagant M1895]] for it to be even remotely effective. | The RSh-12 is often described as an anti-materiel revolver. It is chambered in 12.7x55mm, which is also used on the [[VSSK Vychlop]] sniper rifle and the [[ShAK-12]] battle rifle (previously known as the ASh-12.7). While not a .50 BMG, on a handgun scale, such an overkill round would be either for big game hunting or anti-materiel use; its tactical features suggest the latter. Not content with being just a .50 revolver, the RSh-12 shows even more bizarre features. It fires from the bottom cylinder instead of the top, in a manner similar to the [[Mateba Autorevolver]]. Its pentagonal cylinder is seemingly ''both'' spin-out and top-breaking, since it has both hinges for both these purposes. Its information card describes some attachments that the revolver is able to use, which include a buttstock, a foregrip, and most mind-boggling of all a suppressor, which would suggest a gas-seal design like on the [[Nagant M1895]] for it to be even remotely effective. | ||
Revision as of 22:12, 1 May 2019
The RSh-12 (Russian: РШ-12; Револьвер Штурмовой калибра, "12.7mm Assault Revolver") is a somewhat mysterious Russian large-caliber revolver. It was stated that it was developed in the early 2000s. To public knowledge, its first and only appearance ever was a showcase in a 2014 convention, shown by the KBP Instrument Design Bureau. The model shown is an apparently stress-tested prototype (as indicated by numerous dents across the gun), marked with serial number 100001. This model is the only publicly-known model of the weapon. Only one image was taken of the weapon, accompanied with its information card (from which most technical info on the gun is taken from), and the image to the right is the background-removed version of said image. In 2016, it was mentioned about its adoption by some special subdivisions of Russia, but so far there is no evidence of its actual use, as well as production.
The RSh-12 is often described as an anti-materiel revolver. It is chambered in 12.7x55mm, which is also used on the VSSK Vychlop sniper rifle and the ShAK-12 battle rifle (previously known as the ASh-12.7). While not a .50 BMG, on a handgun scale, such an overkill round would be either for big game hunting or anti-materiel use; its tactical features suggest the latter. Not content with being just a .50 revolver, the RSh-12 shows even more bizarre features. It fires from the bottom cylinder instead of the top, in a manner similar to the Mateba Autorevolver. Its pentagonal cylinder is seemingly both spin-out and top-breaking, since it has both hinges for both these purposes. Its information card describes some attachments that the revolver is able to use, which include a buttstock, a foregrip, and most mind-boggling of all a suppressor, which would suggest a gas-seal design like on the Nagant M1895 for it to be even remotely effective.
Specifications
(Displayed in 2014)
- Type: Revolver
- Caliber: 12.7x55mm
- Weight: 4.9 lbs (2.2 kg)
- Length: 14.1 in (35.7 cm)
- Capacity: 5-round cylinder
The RSh-12 and variants can be seen in the following films, television series, video games, and anime used by the following actors:
Video Games
| Game Title | Appears As | Mods | Notes | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Fire | RSH-12 | 2016 |