RPD-Model-44-WINTER-VIEP-23

Photo of a RPD Model 44

The NVA’s principal squad machine gun for most of the war, the RPD Model 44 was much lighter than the American M60, but its barrel could not be changed, necessitating short bursts to avoid overheating. (Jose Marafona/Dreamstime)

Jose Marafona/Dreamstime