# RPK-74M ▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓ \[HERC DATASET ENTRY: RPK-74M\] ▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓
**Damage****Attacks Per Second****DPS****Range****Accuracy****Ammo Cost****Knockback**
22 - 268.3391.4 DPS1762.5%968%
**Reload Speed****Fire Mode****Magazine Size****Minimum effective range****Noise****Move Speed Penalty****Other Effects**
3.2 seconds Automatic75 15-10%
##### **How to Obtain:** - ##### **Crafting:** - ##### **Recycling products:** - Barrel x 1 - Firing Pin x 1 - Return Spring x 1 - Trigger System x 1 - Machined Parts x Variable (dependent on the item's Level and attachments/conditions) ##### **Overview:**

**PROS:** - Good Effective Range - Reloads Quickly *(vs other LMGs)* - Accurate *(vs other LMGs)*

**CONS:** - High Ammo Cost - Small Magazine *(vs other LMGs)* - Low Move Speed Penalty

**TACTICS:** With characteristics like a higher leveled M-27, the RPK-74M, when compared to the M240, trades in some raw damage for accuracy and range. Its reload speed is quicker than other LMGs, thus making it an effective weapon against zombies and raiders alike. However, the RPK-74M shares the high ammo consumption common among LMGs. ***Recommended gear: ***- Ammunition Pouches/Bandoliers reduce the time to reload.

**BACKGROUND:** A further development of the RPK based on the AK-74, this lightweight LMG features reinforcements to the original design, including a longer heavier barrel that minimizes accuracy loss during sustained fire. It can use standard AK-74 magazines or extended box/drum magazines. Widely used by many post-Soviet nations.

##### **Variations:**
**SUPPRESSED****SCOPED****SUPPRESSED + SCOPED**
**Obtained By:** Looting or Crafting *(with Recoilless)* **Guaranteed stat:** -80% Noise -10% Damage -20% Enemy suppression **Obtained By:** Looting **Guaranteed stat:** +15% Range +3% Accuracy **Obtained By:** Looting **Guaranteed stat:** -80% Noise -10% Damage -20% Enemy suppression +15% Range +3% Accuracy