CLASSY: Molot VEPR Pioneer Rifles -The Firearm Blog

In the category of “if it’s new to me, it must be new to somebody else”, I stumbled across the Pioneer line of “sporterized” VEPR rifles from Molot. I have to be honest, I’ve always liked the look of the VEPR rifles, and even more so now that I have seen the Pioneer models. They have that “AK for a more civilized time” feel. The two current models are chambered in .223 and 7.62×39.

Molot lists the MSRP as $1299 and K-Var retails the rifles at $799.

VEPR series semi-automatic rifles from the world famous Molot factory in Russia. Built on the same standard as the RPK rifle, these firearms are 50% more reinforced than a standard, stamped AK rifle. Each rifle has been manufactured using state of the art technology, effectively creating a heavier duty piece that will last through not just a lifetime but for many generations to come. The RPK-style barrels are hammer forged and chrome lined using techniques that makes them many times stronger than a standard AK or RPK barrel.

Each rifle comes with high quality, beautifully crafted walnut furniture as well as a rear sight with adjustable windage. They are shipped with magazines, a cleaning rod, and a cleaning kit.

Optional optic mount available:

VEPR Pioneer

VPRP-76239-01

SPECIFICATIONS
Caliber: 7.62x39mm
Total Length: 40.9 in / 1040 mm
Barrel Length: 21.6 in / 550 mm
Weight w/ Magazine: 9.5 lbs / 4.3 kg
Twist rate: 7.62×39 – 4 groove RH twist, 9.4’’ (240 mm)