RSh-12
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| RSh-12 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Revolver |
| Place of origin | Russia |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2014-present |
| Used by | Federal Security Service |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Viktor Zelenko |
| Designed | 2000 |
| Manufacturer | KBP Instrument Design Bureau |
| Produced | 2000–present |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 2.2 kg (4.9 lb)[1] |
| Length | 357 mm (14.1 in)[1] |
| Width | 53 mm (2.1 in)[1] |
| Height | 159 mm (6.3 in)[1] |
| Cartridge | 12.7×55mm STs-130 |
| Action | Double-action revolver |
| Feed system | 5-round cylinder |
| Sights | adjustable dioptric sight and a fixed sight with a V-shaped slot |
The RSh-12 is a Russian-made revolver chambered in 12.7×55mm STs-130. RSh-12 is currently the second most powerful revolver in the world after a .50 BMG revolver.
Suggested usage include lock breaching. It is chambered for the same ammunition as the ASh-12.7 battle rifle.
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External links
- Meet The RSh-12: The Most Powerful Revolver In The World is Russian
- Штурмовой револьвер Ри-12 из Тулы
- Most Powerful Revolver Pistol
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