Zastava M77

The Zastava M77 is a 7.62x51mm light machine gun developed and manufactured by Zastava Arms. It is a Kalashnikov pattern rifle

Zastava M77
Zastava M77
TypeLight machine gun
Place of originYugoslavia
Service history
In service1977-present
Used byCyprus
WarsLebanese Civil War
Yugoslav Wars
Production history
ManufacturerZastava Arms
Specifications
Mass4.8 kg
Length990 mm
Barrel length500 mm

Cartridge7.62×51mm NATO
Caliber7.62 mm
ActionGas-actuated (rotating bolt)
Rate of fireSemi-automatic, fully automatic
Muzzle velocity840 m/s
Effective firing range600 m
Feed system20-round detachable magazine
SightsAdjustable iron sights, optional mount required for optical sights


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