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Krnka M1869 Rifle
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Krnka M1869 (also called M1867) is a Russian battle rifle. It is a conversion of muzzle-loading M1857 rifle musket into breech loading rifle, designed by Austrian (Czech) gun designer Sylvester Krnka. Krnka rifle was created in 1867 and adopted by Russian Army in 1869. While Krnka rifle was officially replaced by more advanced Berdan Rifle in late 1870s, it was used by troops in Central Asia until late 1880s while Bulgarian army still used them in World War 1.
Specifications
(1869 - ????)
- Type: Breechblock rifle
- Country of Origin: Russian Empire
- Caliber: 15,24x40mmR
- Weight: 9.9 lbs (4.5 kg) (10.8 lbs (4.9 kg) with bayonet)
- Length: 51.2 in (130 cm)
- Capacity: 1
The Krnka M1869 Rifle and variants can be seen in the following films, television series, video games, and anime used by the following actors:
Film
| Title | Actor | Character | Note | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heroes of Shipka (Geroite na Shipka) | Bulgarian soldiers | 1955 |