Vyatskiye Polyany VEPR - 5.45x39mm - Used; Excellent Condition - RPK-Based Rifle


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Vyatskiye Polyany VEPR - 5.45x39mm - Used; Excellent Condition - RPK-Based Rifle
VEPR Rifle – The Pinnacle of Kalashnikov Design – 5.45x39mm
For sale is a Vyatskiye Polyany VEPR semi-automatic rifle, chambered in the smooth-shooting 5.45x39mm cartridge. This rifle is in excellent used condition and represents the absolute top of the line in Kalashnikov-action rifles—a true Russian-made RPK-based platform that sets the standard for durability, accuracy, and quality. Serial Number: 01 CC 4307.
The VEPR is manufactured at the historic Vyatskie Polyany Machine Building Plant ("MOLOT"), which has been building excellence into their firearms for over 50 years. Based on the legendary Soviet RPK light machine gun platform, the VEPR features a 1.5mm thick receiver (thicker than standard AKs), an RPK front trunnion, and a hammer-forged, chrome-lined heavy barrel—including chrome lining on the bore, chamber, gas block, and gas piston for extreme weather and wear resistance. This rifle is built for demands above and beyond all others. It features polymer furniture and a side scope mount for optics. The rifle has an overall length of 36 inches and comes with one 30-round magazine.
Specifications

• Manufacturer: Vyatskiye Polyany Machine Building Plant (MOLOT), Russia
• Model: VEPR (RPK-Based Sporting Rifle)
• Serial Number: 01 CC 4307
• Caliber: 5.45x39mm
• Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas-Operated (Kalashnikov Design)
• Receiver: 1.5mm Thick (RPK Spec – Heavier than Standard AK)
• Trunnion: RPK Front Trunnion
• Barrel: Hammer-Forged, Heavy Profile, Chrome-Lined (Bore, Chamber, Gas Block, Gas Piston)
• Overall Length: 36"
• Weight: Approximately 8-9 lbs (Heavy RPK Profile)
• Furniture: Polymer (Handguards, Pistol Grip, Stock)
• Firing Pin: Spring-Loaded
• Optic Mount: Side Scope Mount (Standard AK Pattern)
• Magazine Capacity: 30+1 (One 30-Round Magazine Included)
• Condition: Used; Excellent

What's Included

• Vyatskiye Polyany VEPR Rifle (5.45x39mm)
• One (1) 30-Round Magazine
• Polymer Furniture (Installed)
• Side Scope Mount (Standard AK Pattern)

Why the VEPR is Superior to Standard AKs

• Hammer-Forged, Chrome-Lined Heavy Barrel: The VEPR barrel is hammer-forged—a process that creates sharp, well-defined lands and grooves while work-hardening the barrel material. Chrome lining on the bore, chamber, gas block, and gas piston provides unmatched wear and corrosion resistance.
• True RPK Receiver: The 1.5mm thick receiver (vs. 1.0mm on standard AKs) is stiffer, longer-wearing, and built to withstand the demands of a squad automatic weapon. This increased rigidity contributes to the VEPR's superior accuracy.
• RPK Front Trunnion: The heavy-duty RPK trunnion provides additional reinforcement where the barrel meets the receiver.
• Most Accurate AK Platform: Due to the stiffer receiver and heavy barrel, the VEPR consistently delivers better accuracy than other AK-pattern rifles.
• Spring-Loaded Firing Pin: Reduces the risk of slam-fires and ensures reliable primer ignition.
• Rigorous Quality Control: Every VEPR undergoes a thorough inspection process at every stage of production and must pass a final examination by a quality control committee before leaving the arsenal.
• Russian Military Heritage: Built at the same factory that produced RPK light machine guns for the Soviet military.

The 5.45x39mm Advantage

• Low Recoil: The 5.45x39mm cartridge is known for its light recoil impulse, allowing for fast follow-up shots and extended shooting sessions.
• Flat Trajectory: The small-caliber, high-velocity round offers a relatively flat trajectory, making it effective at moderate to long ranges.
• Proven Performance: 5.45x39mm has been the standard cartridge of Russian and former Soviet militaries for decades.
• AK-74 Compatibility: The VEPR in 5.45x39mm accepts standard AK-74 pattern magazines.

Condition Details

• Overall: Excellent condition with minimal signs of use.
• Mechanical Function: Excellent – Action cycles smoothly, gas system functions correctly, trigger is crisp.
• Bore: Clean with sharp rifling; chrome-lined barrel shows no signs of erosion or excessive wear.
• Receiver: 1.5mm RPK receiver is in excellent condition with no damage.
• Polymer Furniture: Clean with no cracks or excessive wear.
• Side Scope Mount: Functions correctly.
• Magazine: Included 30-round magazine functions properly.

The MOLOT / VEPR Legacy

• Historic Russian Factory: The Vyatskiye Polyany Machine Building Plant (MOLOT) has been producing firearms for over 50 years, including RPK light machine guns for the Soviet military.
• Highest Quality Kalashnikov: The VEPR is widely considered the highest quality rifle based on the Kalashnikov design, built to exceed the demands of military service.
• Limited Availability: Russian-made VEPR rifles are no longer being imported into the United States, making clean examples increasingly collectible and desirable.
• Ideal For: Collectors of Russian firearms, AK enthusiasts seeking the ultimate platform, and shooters who demand exceptional durability and accuracy.

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Rifle Caliber: 5.45x39mm
Manufacturer: Vyatskiye Polyany
Model: VEPR
Serial Number: 01 CC 4307
Barrel Length: 16 inches
Bore Info: Excellent Condition
Chambers: Excellent Condition
Ejectors: Excellent Condition
Condition: Excellent Condition
Metal Condition: Excellent Condition
Wood Condition: No Wood; Does Not Apply
Bore Condition: Clean, Clear, Excellent Condition
Barrels: 1
Action: Single Action Semi-Automatic

Price: $1,899.99
Shipping: $45.00