Polish Radom DPM Light Machine Gun Parts Kit w/ accessories

Original Polish Military excellent condition DPM 7.62x54r Parts kit demilled to ATF specifications. These kits include the original torch cut barrel and receiver. These light machine guns were properly stored and ready for combat in Ukraine when they were purchased.

The following accessories are included while supplies last! 

DPM Accessory Battle Pack includes:

• 2x 47 round pancake magazines
  
• 1x magazine pouch
• 1x tool kit + pouch
  
• 1x carrying case
  
• 1x sling

History of the DPM

Polish Radom "Arsenal 11" Degtyaryov DPM, the modernized variant of the original DP-28 design. These light machine guns were built by the famous Circle 11 Factory in Radom, Poland. Nicknamed "The Record Player" by Soviet Troops.

A “modernized” version of the Degtyaryov light machine gun was developed and made available in 1943, becoming the new standard for the Red Army two years later. They were designated “DPM” to help differentiate it from the DP-27, although the changes made may have been a good signifier.

The improved DPM included a sturdier bipod. One of the biggest weaknesses of the previous model, this was a much-needed improvement. This change also improved the balance and handling of the gun when firing from the bipod. The return spring was also extended over the rear of the receiver, which forced the replacement of the rifle-style grip with a stand-alone pistol one. The DP’s recoil spring was initially located around the gas piston, this lead to issues with the gas tube getting hot and the spring becoming a heat sink, the spring would warp and melt and cause failures. To address this flaw the Soviets modified the DP in 1943, re-designating it the DPM. The DPM moved the recoil spring to the rear of the receiver. This necessitated a new design of stock which incorporated a pistol grip. 

The DPM entered service at the tail end of the Second World War. It was put to the test during these final pushes against the Germans, and certainly proved its worth. The light machine gun remained in service with the Soviets until the 1960s, when it became replaced by the PK. That being said, it continued to see use by other militaries across the world.