IDEX 2021: Rosoboronexport displays Kord 6P68 assault rifle.

At IDEX 2021, Rosoboronexport has presented the newest Kord 6P68 7.62 mm assault rifle designed by the Degtyarev Plant (Zavod imeni Degtyareva, ZiD, a subsidiary of Rostec’s holding High-Precision Weapons).

6P68 Kord (Picture source: Rosoboronexport)

The 6P68 Kord assault rifle from world-famous Russian arms manufacturer ZiD (JSC Degtyarev Plant) shows the wonders of accuracy in the hands of special forces soldiers. Experts especially note its unique characteristics in automatic firing mode owing to an innovative balanced action system.

Vast experience in the development of machine guns, sniper rifles and other weapons has enabled the manufacturer to select the most advanced light and durable alloys to achieve high reliability of the weapon, and close interaction with law enforcement agencies has helped develop the most convenient design for various missions.

Main characteristics:

- Caliber: 7.62mm
- Ammunition: 7.62x39mm
- Empty weight: 3.5 kg
- Sighting range: 800 m
- Magazine: 30 rds

The 6P68 assault rifle is a new member of the of the KORD small arms family which also includes 7.62mm machine gun.

Other arm to be noticed at the Rosoboronexport pavilion is the AK-19 assault rifle.

Ergonomic ambidextrous fire-controls for versatility (Picture source: Rosoboronexport)

Balanced-action mechanics for proper accuracy especially in automatic mode and tamed recoil (Picture source : Rosoboronexport)