The VPO-209 is a Russian shotgun, manufactured by Molot-Oruzhie.
History[]
The VPO-209 is a shotgun, which was developed from an AKM assault rifle, made by converting the original rifle into a semi-automatic only fire mode and changing the barrel of the gun into a smooth bore barrel for use with its .366 TKM round. Magazines were originally taken from standard 7.62×39mm magazines, and refitted to only hold a 10 round capacity.
Design Details[]
The firearm itself is near-identical to the AKM, with the only noticeable differences being the tip of the barrel, having a flat tip instead of the AKM's slanted muzzle break. The barrel was made smoothbore, giving it worse accuracy but necessary for the role as a shotgun.
Ammunition[]
The VPO-209 is specially chambered for a unique cartridge. The .366 TKM round was designed after the 7.62×39mm, to be used in smooth bore guns. .366 TKM is available in birdshot as well as slug cartridges. The magazine was taken from a 30 round 7.62×39mm magazine, and was refit for a 10 round capacity.