The «Kalashnikov» concern has concluded a contract for the supply of «Saiga-12KV» smoothbore service shotguns for security personnel of one of the state corporations of the Russian Federation. It is in charge of facilities that belong to the state, the concern's press service reported.
The «Saiga-12KV» shotgun in version 030 was developed on the basis of the Kalashnikov AK-74M assault rifle. It is suitable for 12-gauge cartridges with sleeves 70 and 76 mm long.
The product is equipped with a removable flash suppressor; it is possible to install interchangeable muzzle nozzles. There is also a trigger mechanism lock when the butt is folded and a Picatinny rail on the receiver cover.
Characteristics of «Saiga-12KV»:
- Weight without magazine — 3.8 kg
- Reload type — self-loading
- Reload system — gas-operated
- Barrel length — 430 mm
- Buttstock material — plastic
- Forearm and handguard material — impact-resistant polymer
The «Saiga-12» line of shotguns has been produced at the Izhevsk Machine-Building Plant (IMZ, part of the Kalashnikov concern) since 1997. In addition to Russia, the weapon is operated in Belarus, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan. Until 2014, IMZ supplied shotguns to the United States. They were purchased for law enforcement agencies and military personnel.
