1987 Yugoslavian M72B1 RPK Serial#: 112883

We have for sale one of our beautiful M72B1 kit builds complete and ready to ship. This particular rifle was built in the standard, full-length RPK configuration with a 21.5″ chrome-lined M72B1 barrel from AK-Builder. It comes as pictured and is configured as follows:

• Parts Kit Condition: BFPU / NRA Good Condition — Major Matching Serial Numbers
• Parts Kit Year: Late / 1987 Production W/ Year Markings
• Receiver: Morrissey W/ U R J Selector Markings
• Barrel: 21.5″ Full-Length M72B1 Chrome Lined – AK-Builder
• Factory Fixed Stock
• Fire Control Group: LBE G3 Single Stage
• Muzzle Device: JMac Customs TCMD-14 Flash Hider (Tabuk Carbine Muzzle Device)
• Finish: Barrel Cold Blued to Match

The M72B1 is a Yugoslavian-manufactured variant of the Soviet RPK light machine gun. Designed in the 1970s, the M72B1 was developed by Zastava Arms in Yugoslavia as a licensed and modified version of the Soviet RPK as a replacement for the M53 (a local MG42 clone) for use in squad automatic weapon roles within the Yugoslav People’s Army (JNA).

• Key Differences from the Soviet RPK
  • Receiver: The M72B1 uses a thicker, milled or heavier stamped receiver.
  • Barrel: It features a heavier, non-removable barrel with cooling fins near the front, helping with sustained fire.
  • Bipod: Equipped with a folding bipod, similar to the RPK.
  • Caliber: Chambered in 7.62×39mm, compatible with standard AK magazines and drums.
• With perfect rivets, pin work, fit, and finish, our quality standard is very high.
• This M72 will ship with the matching 30 round Yugo BHO magazine from the parts kit.