PKP Pecheneg

The PKP Pecheneg is a modernized version of the PKM machine gun to be more accurate with the use of a non-interchangeable air-cooled barrel while firing the same 7.62x54mmR round of the PKM. Named for the ancient settlers of Russia, the Pecheneg is capable of mounting telescopic sights to further improve its accuracy over range. Unlike the PKM, the weapon's bipod is not detachable, but it can still use the same box magazines that can hold 100, 200, or even 250 rounds of ammunition. The weapon also retains the same tripod mounting mechanism as the PKM, but it is more suited in the light machine gun role.

Battlefield 3
In battlefield 3, the Pecheneg is a light machine gun issued to the Medic Kit. It has been seen used in the Operation Métro gameplay trailer with a 4X Rifle Scope and is likely to be either a starting weapon or unlocked early as it was shown used during the E3 Demo. Any other information is unavailable at the time.