[GBYENKO]

:help: Looking for a RP-46 beltfeed mechanism to convert a DPM. Any leads would be appreciated.:thanks:

 

[George W]

Your not the only one looking.
That sucker is like the unicorn

 

[blacktalon]

one was on GB a full kit but it was like 4 grand

 

[GBYENKO]

Your not the only one looking.
That sucker is like the unicorn

:jedicrying:There was someone that was going to reverse engineer it (weaponer/forgoten guns)but I guess it never came to be.:dunno:

 

[GBYENKO]

one was on GB a full kit but it was like 4 grand

I missed that one. It is actually a fairly simple set up -the beltfeed setup replaces the drum magazine and is operated buy the op handle. I've been thinking if I could come up with a feed system from a PKM/PKT (at a reasonable price) maybe I could fab something up. :thinker:

 

[nirvana]

Same mechanism as the early DSHKa to some degree. Shouldn't be too hard to make. Will need a lot of fitting.

 

[George W]

Well we got a set of Cad drawings from it.
But other then that as of right now no body went into production.
That I know of.
If you find somebody post it here for the rest of us.
Good luck in your search.

 

[bmg17a1]

Having modified three DPs to use the RP belt feed, there is more involved than just assembling the top cover. The RPs were improved DPMs, having a heavy barrel with a much larger and sturdier gas block with a larger adjustable regulator and ports, a lever operated barrel change thru bolt, top mounted bipod attachment to the shroud and a number of other improvements to the DPMs. DPMs have the recoil spring at the back of the receiver to protect the recoil spring from overheating.
While the belt feed mechanism appears to be a simple task to repro, it is really not. I know of several guys who set out to make repros, but the project was more than they wanted to engage. Cost would be high with a limited market. Relatively minor mods to a DP or DPM are required on the shroud, rear sight and gas ports to correctly assemble the RP beltfeed.

 

[George W]

Thanks Bob for your input.
Always nice to here from somebody with first hand knowledge.
GW

 

[gordie k]

dp feed

when i worked i texas i built one used mod. top cover and feed tray fron sg43 and feed fron pan mag the pall
that moves the belt is like a zb37

gordie k

 

[GBYENKO]

Having modified three DPs to use the RP belt feed, there is more involved than just assembling the top cover. The RPs were improved DPMs, having a heavy barrel with a much larger and sturdier gas block with a larger adjustable regulator and ports, a lever operated barrel change thru bolt, top mounted bipod attachment to the shroud and a number of other improvements to the DPMs. DPMs have the recoil spring at the back of the receiver to protect the recoil spring from overheating.
While the belt feed mechanism appears to be a simple task to repro, it is really not. I know of several guys who set out to make repros, but the project was more than they wanted to engage. Cost would be high with a limited market. Relatively minor mods to a DP or DPM are required on the shroud, rear sight and gas ports to correctly assemble the RP beltfeed.
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:thanks: Good info and great pictures, :thanks:

 

[BobNPrc]

I know this thread is over a year old, but SMG is in the process of deciding on making a run of them. See the info on their website. There is a list to get on and a deposit to be paid. I believe there is a video of their prototype on YouTube.

 

[glassmountains]

I know this thread is over a year old, but SMG is in the process of deciding on making a run of them. See the info on their website. There is a list to get on and a deposit to be paid. I there is a video of their prototype on YouTube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GDYPLFLk6UY