Experimental Romanian Paratrooper PKM
This video from Forgotten Weapons explores an experimental Romanian paratrooper version of the PKM machine gun. Manufactured by Cugir in the 1990s, this variant features a shortened barrel and a unique side-folding stock, designed specifically for paratrooper and special operations units. Despite testing, Romanian forces did not adopt the model due to funding constraints and shifting military priorities after the Eastern Bloc's dissolution. Only 400 units were produced and sold to export clients. The example featured is equipped with a B&T-made Picatinny optics mount and a tai-rail handguard. The presenter thanks DSA for access to their reference collection.













