7.92×36mm EPK
| 7.92x36mm EPK | |
|---|---|
| Type | Light machine gun |
| Place of origin |
 Greece |
| Production history | |
| Designed | 1939 |
| Specifications | |
| Parent case | 6.5mm Mannlicher |
| Bullet diameter | 7.92×57mm Mauser |
| Case length | 36mm |
The 7.92×36mm EPK was an experimental rifle round intended for the Pyrkal light machine gun. The round is essentially a 6.5mm Mannlicher round necked up to chamber a 7.92 mm bullet.
References
- Christos Sazanidis, "Ta opla ton Ellinon (Arms of the Greeks)", Maiandros, Thessaloniki (1995)
- W. Smith - J. Smith, "Small Arms of the World", 10th rev.ed., Stackpole, Harrisburg (1973)
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