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Czech Company DSS Unveils PZD Mk24 Light Machine Gun to Compete with Belgian FN Evolys.
DSS, one of the youngest weapons manufacturers on the market and based in Prague, has introduced its latest light machine gun innovation: the PZD Mk24. This launch marks an advancement in DSS’s range, which already includes the widely supplied PZD 556 model used by Ukrainian forces. With the PZD Mk24, DSS seeks to redefine the balance between firepower, portability, and ergonomic design in modern weaponry. This new weapon is reminiscent of the FN Evolys produced by FN Herstal in Belgium; it’s clear that this new Czech light machine gun is designed to compete with the Evolys.
The PZD Mk24 is a light machine gun from Republic Czech. (Picture source: DSS)
The PZD Mk24 combines the essential characteristics of traditional machine guns with the compactness and lightness of an assault rifle, making it a breakthrough in personal defense weaponry. With a lightweight yet robust construction, the PZD Mk24 minimizes recoil, allowing operators to target distant threats with precision and control. It uses the 5.56x45mm NATO caliber and is available with 16-inch or 14-inch barrels, resulting in respective weapon lengths of 919-1001 mm and 868-950 mm. Weighing just 5.2 kilograms, this machine gun reflects DSS’s commitment to portability without sacrificing performance.
One of the PZD Mk24’s main advantages lies in its 30% weight reduction compared to other light machine guns in its category. This lighter build allows soldiers to carry additional ammunition or essential equipment, enhancing their operational endurance and flexibility. Despite its reduced weight, the PZD Mk24 does not compromise on durability or functionality, incorporating a quick-change barrel and a select-fire trigger that allows both single-shot and automatic firing modes.
DSS has also developed a minimalist feed mechanism for the PZD Mk24, ensuring accessories such as optics and other equipment mounted on the Picatinny rail remain securely in place and retain their accuracy even during extended firing. The free-floating Picatinny rail system, combined with the entire receiver, enhances heat dissipation along the barrel, maintaining performance over prolonged engagements.
This machine gun has a four-position adjustable gas regulator based on a long-stroke piston mechanism, allowing operators to adapt to specific operational needs. With a maximum range of 1,200 meters and an effective range of 600 meters, the PZD Mk24 is a versatile weapon capable of meeting the demands of a wide range of engagements.
Finally, the PZD Mk24 includes integrated flip-up sights for rapid and practical use in the field. DSS’s attention to weight reduction, durability, and performance highlights the company’s dedication to innovating in the defense sector, offering a highly effective and maneuverable weapon for soldiers in today’s challenging combat environments.
By introducing the PZD Mk24, DSS reinforces its commitment to advancing firearm technology through innovative design. Addressing critical operational challenges modern soldiers face, such as weight, recoil, and heat management, DSS aims to establish a new standard for light machine guns tailored to contemporary combat scenarios.