DS Arms RPDS Semi-Auto RPD-Pattern 7.62x39 Belt-Fed Rifle, 20.5 in Barrel, Folding Bipod, Hardwood Furniture
This DS Arms RPDS is a semi-automatic, RPD-pattern belt-fed rifle chambered in 7.62x39 with a 20.5 inch barrel. It pairs a steel receiver and matte black finish with hardwood furniture and a ribbed hardwood pistol grip. Notable features include an integral folding steel bipod, an adjustable gas regulator, a threaded muzzle with a knurled protector, and a full RPD belt-feed system with top cover, feed tray, and under-receiver drum/belt hanger. It comes with four drums and eight sets of links, adding real utility for range use or collection.
The receiver is marked DSA Inc., Elk Grove Village, IL. Additional markings include the encircled 11 Radom/Łucznik factory code, a 1989 stamp, and HZ0092, indicating Polish parts-kit origin for some components while the rifle itself is a U.S.-built semi-automatic by DS Arms. Iron sights consist of a hooded, height-adjustable front post and an adjustable tangent rear sight leaf.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The firearm is in solid functional shape. There are minor scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- DS Arms Model RPDS semi-automatic rifle (7.62x39)
- 4x 50rd mags
- 4 RPD drum carriers
- 8 sets of non-disintegrating belt links
- Canvas carry pouches for RPD drum carriers
- Web sling (installed)
The RPDS operates on a semi-automatic, long-stroke gas piston system with an adjustable gas regulator at the gas block. The 20.5 inch long, non-quick-change barrel is threaded and fitted with a knurled thread protector, and an integral folding steel bipod is mounted near the muzzle for supported shooting.
Feeding is via non-disintegrating segmented belts carried in drums, guided by the RPD-pattern top cover and feed tray, with an under-receiver drum/belt hanger to secure the carrier. Capacity is listed at 50+1. Four drums and eight sets of links are provided, giving the rifle a ready-to-run belt-fed setup.
The rifle retains classic RPD ergonomics with a hardwood buttstock (12.5 inch length of pull), a hardwood lower handguard with a palm swell, and a ribbed hardwood pistol grip. The steel receiver wears a matte black finish that complements the wood furniture.
Markings include the encircled 11 Radom/Łucznik factory code, a 1989 stamp, and HZ0092 on parts, consistent with a Polish parts-kit origin for some components. The receiver is marked DSA Inc., Elk Grove Village, IL, and the country of origin is USA.