FPK Dragunov Instruction & Safety Manual

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TechnIcal SPecIFIcaTIonS

Caliber Overall length

7.62 x 54R 45.5” 23.5”

Weight withunloaded mag

9 lbs. 10 rd

Magazine capacity

While FPK Dragunov rifles are reliable, well-constructed quality weapons, they must be properly cleaned and maintained to ensure safe and reliable operation.

•Thoroughlycleanthefirearmandhaveitinspected byareputablegunsmithbeforefiring.

•Makecertaintherearenoobstructionsinthebore.

•Becompletelyfamiliarwiththeproperoperation ofyourfirearm,especiallythesafetyfeatures.

•Useonlynewammunitionofthecorrecttype,caliber andloading.Donotusehand-loadedorreloaded ammunition.

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Barrel length

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FPK overvIeW

The Romanian FPK rifle is a Kalashnikov-designed designated

marksman’s rifle based on the RPK machine gun receiver.

Similar in appearance to the Russian SVD, the FPK is pro-

duced by the CUGIR arsenal in Romania. With the ability to

engage targets within 600 meters, the FPK rifles are designed

for both designated marksmen and to extend the reach of

the average soldier beyond the capabilities of their standard

issue weapon.

The gas system of the FPK consists of a one piece gas piston

and bolt carrier, similar to the AK series rifles. The butt stock

is made from laminated wood and has a raised comb for use

with a scope. The side rail for optics will accept any of the

standard Soviet-style side rail scopes.

The FPK is capable of semi-automatic fire, only feeding from a

10 round detachable box magazine. The rifle was developed

in the late 60’s and early 70’s to replace the outdated Mauser-

style bolt action sniper rifles that were in use at the time.

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DISaSSeMbly & aSSeMbly

Remove the magazine from the rifle by hold-ing the rifle forend with the left hand. Rotate the rifle slightly, pushing the magazine away, and de-pressing the magazine catch with the thumb of the right hand, while rotating the magazine forward and removing it from the receiver hole. (fig.1)

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONSThe following instructions should be observed

during disassembly and assembly:

• Before the rifle is disassembled, make sure there is no round in the chamber or magazine. • The rifle should be disassembled on a table or bench. • The rifle should be laid out in order of disassembly. • Force should not be used to remove or disassemble parts, as it may result in damage to the parts. • Only accessories in good condition should be used. • When tightening or loosening screws, hold the screw driver firmly to prevent damage to the screw heads.

FIelD STrIPPIngWARNING:Keepthemuzzlepointedinasafedirectionsoifaccidentaldischargeshouldoccur,onlyminorpropertydam-agewouldresult.

NOTE:Ensuretherifleandmagazinearenotloaded.

fig.1

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Ensuringthereisnoroundinthechamber

Take the rifle off safety. Rotate the safety lever downward as far as possible with the thumb of the right hand. Pull the bolt carrier to the rear and inspect the chamber and the bolt face, ensuring that no round is present.

Removingthereceivercover

Lean the rifle against a table. While holding the front part of the butt with the right hand, depress the guide face with the thumb into the cover hold and raise the cover with the left hand. (fig.2)

Removingtheoperatingsystemandguide

fig.3

fig.2

Holding the rifle by the stock with the left hand, move the return spring guide forward until its rear catch leaves the groove in the receiver rear trun-ion. Lift the guide rear catch and remove the operating spring from the bolt carrier chan-nel. (fig3)

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Removingthegastubewiththehandguardfromthebarrel

RemovingtheboltcarrierwithboltfromreceiverHolding the rifle by the forward portion of the receiver with the left hand, and the cocking handle with the right hand, bring the bolt to the rear as far as possible. Move the bolt carrier forward by 1-2 mm, and lift the rear portion of the bolt carrier and remove it together with the bolt from the receiver.

RemovingtheboltfromtheboltcarrierTake the bolt carrier in the left hand with the cam surface facing upward, and rotate the bolt a small amount with the right hand

fig.4

so that the guide lug leaves the wide part of the groove in the bolt carrier. Move the bolt back as far as possible, rotating the bolt, remove its lug from the groove of the bolt carrier, and remove the bolt by moving it for-ward. (fig.4)

fig.5Holding the rifle by the forward portion of the receiver with the left hand, rotate the lock lever upward with the right hand. Rotate the gas tube up-ward by means of the rear end of the receiver and remove it from the gas cylinder (fig5).

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reaSSeMblyAttachthegastubewiththehandguardtothebarrelHolding the rifle by the forward portion of the receiver with the left hand, install the gas tube on the gas cylinder with the right hand and depress the rear end of the gas tube as much as possible. Then rotate the gas tube lock downward so that the lever lock enters the recess in the right wall of the rear sight base.

AttachthebolttotheboltcarrierUsing your left hand, grasp the bolt carrier with the cam surface facing upward, and with your right hand, install the bolt in the bolt carrier lug. Rotate the bolt so the guide edge enters the groove in the bolt carrier, and then move the bolt forward.

InstalltheboltcarrierwiththeboltinthereceiverHold the rifle by the forward portion of the receiver with the left hand, and with the thumb of the right hand, hold the bolt in the forward position. Then insert the piston into the gas tube and insert the bolt carrier with the bolt into the receiver. The guide lug of the bolt carrier and the lugs of the bolt should be opposite the notches in the guide on the receiver. Depress the rear portion of the bolt carrier so that its guide grooves coincide with the guides of the receiver and move the bolt carrier to the extreme forward position. (fig.6)

fig.6

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InstalltheoperatingspringandguideintheboltcarrierHold the rifle by the forward portion of the receiver with the left hand. With the right hand, insert the operating spring into the bolt carrier channel. Move the operating spring rear face forward and place its guide lugs opposite the grooves in the receiver rear plate, depressing the operating spring guide rear catch. In this position, the rear catch should enter the groove in the receiver rear trunion.

InstallthecoveronthereceiverHold the rifle by the forward portion of the receiver with the left hand, and with the right hand, insert the cover so that its forward face enters into the semicircular groove in the rear sight base. Mov-ing the cover forward as far as possible, press the rear portion of the cover forward and downward until the operating spring guide face engages the cover, thus completing the installation.

Ensurethattherifleisunloaded,thenreleasethehammerfromthesemiautomaticsearandturnonthesafety,rotat-ingtheselectorleverupward.

Installthemagazineintherifle

fig.7Holding the rifle by the forend with the left hand, rotate the rifle slightly and insert the upward forward portion of the magazine into the opening of the receiver with the right hand so that the magazine frontstop enters thenotch in the receiver. Rotate the magazine to the rear so that the magazine catch is engaged by the magazine rear stop. (fig.7)

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SToPPageS

GeneralprocedureforstoppagepreventionandeliminationWith proper maintenance, storage and handling, the FPK Dragu-nov is a reliable and enjoyable rifle. However, as a result of careless handling, dirty parts, low-grade ammunition, and wear and tear caused by extensive use, normal operation of the rifle can be af-fected, causing stoppages during fire. The majority of stoppages can be easily eliminated simply by cocking the rifle - bringing the bolt carrier to the rear and releasing it.

Topreventstoppages:1. Prepare the rifle for firing properly

2. Inspect, clean and lubricate the rifle

3. Carefully observe the cleanliness and operation of the bolt carrier, bolt, gas channels and magazines.

4. Perform timely maintenance.

5. Carefully inspect ammunition before firing.

6. Fire only new, serviceable and clean ammunition.

7. Disassemble and clean the rifle whenever it is dirty. If the rifle is used in extremely cold weather for a considerable period of time, before loading it is necessary to move the bolt carrier forward and rearward several times manually. If a stoppage occurs where a chambered round fails to fire, continue to point the rifle in a safe direction and wait for approximately 30 seconds. This is to avoid a possible delay detonation of a “hangfire” type malfunction-ing cartridge. Recock the rifle immediately manually and continue firing. If recocking the rifle does not eliminate the stoppage, it is necessary to determine the cause and correct it.

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ParTS Diagram

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ParTS IDenTIFIcaTIon

1. Receiver cover

2. Bolt carrier

3. Bolt carrier & piston assembly

4. Piston

5. Recoil/guide assembly

6. Complete bolt assembly

7. Rear trunion

8. Rear trunion rivet set

9. Front trunion

10. Front trunion rivet set

11. Barrel pin

12. Sear spring

13. Sear spacer

14. Receiver

15. Trigger guard

16. Safety lever assembly

17. Trigger

18. Sear

19. Hammer

20. Hammer spring

21. Tang Screw

22. Pistol grip screw base

23. Pistol grip screw

24. Hammer & trigger pins

25. Rear sight assembly

26. Rear sight base

27. Handguard bracket, lower

28. Gas block

29. Front sight base

30. Muzzle brake

31. Buttplate

32. Rear swivel assembly

33. Wood stock

34. Grip cap

35. Upper handguard

36. Upper handguard assembly

37. Gas tube

38. Lower handguard

general SaFeTy guIDelIneS

Firearms can be very dangerous if misused. When purchasing a firearm, you assume a great responsibility in its use, storage and transportation. Listed below are some guidelines that should be strictly observed:

•Handleallfirearmsasiftheyareloaded.

•Bethoroughlyfamiliarwiththefirearmbeforefiring.

•Keepthemuzzlepointedinasafedirectionsoif accidentaldischargeshouldoccuronlyminorproperty damagewouldresult.

•Keepyourfingeroffofthetriggeruntilyouareon targetandhavedecidedtofire.

•Besureofyourtargetandwhatisbeyondit,including thebackstop.Makecertainshotsfiredpresentnosafety hazardforyourselforothers.

•Neverallowanyonetouseyourfirearmwhoisnot completelyfamiliarwithitsoperation.

•Wheneverthefirearmisnotactuallyinuse,makesureit isunloaded.

•Secureallfirearmsandammunitionfromaccessbyunau- thorizedpeople,includingchildren.

•Alwaysuseeyeandhearingprotectionwhenshooting anyfirearmorwhennearfirearmsthatarebeingfired.

•Intheeventofamisfire(hangfire)keepthemuzzle pointedinasafedirection.Waitapproximately30 secondsbeforeopeningtheaction.Discardthefaulty cartridgeandinspectthebolt,chamberandborefordam ageorobstructionbeforefiringisresumed.

•Cleantheareaafterashootingsession.Donotleave spentcasings,emptycartridgeboxes,bullet-ridden targetsorthelikebehind.