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| 7.92×36mm EPK | |
|---|---|
| Type | Light machine gun |
| Place of origin | Greece |
| Production history | |
| Designed | 1939 |
| Specifications | |
| Parent case | 6.5mm Mannlicher |
| Bullet diameter | 8.24mm (.324 in) |
| Land diameter | 7.92mm (.312 in) |
| Case length | 36mm |
The 7.92×36mm EPK was an experimental rifle round intended for the Pyrkal light machine gun, designed by EPK, a Greek defense company. The round is essentially a 6.5mm Mannlicher cartridge case shortened to 36mm and necked up to chamber a 7.92 mm bullet. It was designed in the mid 1930's.
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)
External links
- Pyrkal article at Hellenica website via Wayback Machine archive
- Anthony G Williams, "Assault Rifles and Their Ammunition: History and Prospects"
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