Zastava M72 RPK | 7.62×39 | 21in | 30rd

The Zastava M72 RPK is the semi-automatic, civilian version of Zastava’s RPK-pattern rifle built around a robust, 1.5mm bulged trunnion receiver and a 21-inch chrome-lined, finned barrel. It ships with oiled walnut-style wood furniture, a built-in detachable bipod and a single 30-round magazine—features that emphasize sustained-fire capability in a semi-auto format. For an optic under $1,000 that pairs well with this platform consider a variable 1-6x or 1-8x low-power tactical scope such as the Vortex Viper PST Gen II 1-6×24 for fast target acquisition and medium-range accuracy on a left-side mount.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Zastava Arms / Zastava Arms USA.
• The model is M72 (ATF model listed as ZPAPM72).
• The caliber is 7.62 x 39mm.
• The action is semi-automatic.
• The barrel measures 21 inches and is ribbed and finned for cooling.
• The barrel is a chrome-lined type.
• The magazine capacity is 30 rounds and the magazine is detachable.
• The stock material is hardwood with an oiled walnut appearance.
• The metal finish is blued / matte black.
• The overall length is 41 inches.
• The weight is approximately 12 pounds.
• The rifle includes a factory bipod and a left-side optic mounting rail.
• The twist rate is 1:9.5″.
• The UPC is 669185296075.

This rifle suits range and field use where magazine-fed, sustained semi-automatic fire and a stable shooting platform are preferred—examples include extended range sessions and brush/short-range hunting where 7.62×39 performance is appropriate. The M72’s combination of a beefed trunnion, chrome-lined barrel and factory bipod give it a distinct role among modern sporting rifles that prioritize durability under higher-round-count use. Its hardwood furniture and classic lines also make it a fit for shooters who prefer traditional aesthetics with modernized internals.

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