KPV — specifications, caliber, stats, review, photos | WeaponAtlas
KPV is a Soviet 14.5×114mm heavy machine gun adopted in 1949. It uses a short-recoil operating system with belt feed and was employed on infantry, anti-aircraft, and armored vehicle mounts.
| Manufacturer | Degtyarev Plant |
|---|---|
| Year introduced | 1949 |
| Caliber | 14.5×114mm |
| Length | 1980 mm |
| Magazine capacity | 40 rounds |