General Overview

The Zastava ZPAP92 (sometimes called MPAP92) is a short-barreled, semi-automatic pistol based on the rugged AK platform, designed for 7.62×39mm cartridges. Made by Zastava Arms, it delivers AK reliability in a compact form.

Key Specifications

Caliber: 7.62×39mm

Action: Semi-automatic with long-stroke gas piston system

Magazine Capacity: 30+1 rounds

Barrel Length: 10″ (cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined) Zastava Arms USA - Quality since 1853Survival CacheGunBuyerSniper Country

Receiver: Stamped 1.5 mm steel with bulged front trunnion for extra durability Zastava Arms USA - Quality since 1853Shepard ArmsSniper CountryReddit

Bolt Carrier: Hard nickel-moly steel, corrosion-resistant Zastava Arms USA - Quality since 1853GunBuyerShop | Prime Protection STL

Design Features

Sight Setup: Krinkov-style rear sight (with dual apertures) and post front sight for quick aiming and compact profile Zastava Arms USA - Quality since 1853GunBuyerSurvival CacheSniper Country

Ergonomics: Synthetic pistol grip paired with a wood handguard for a classic yet functional look Zastava Arms USA - Quality since 1853Shop | Prime Protection STLWholesaleHunter.com

Convenience Features:

Hinged top cover for easy field stripping Zastava Arms USA - Quality since 1853Survival CacheGunBuyer

Bolt hold-open notch integrated into the safety selector to indicate an empty magazine Zastava Arms USA - Quality since 1853Palmetto State ArmoryGunBuyerSniper Country

Some models include a dust-cover Picatinny rail and quad-rail forend for accessories; thread-protected, sometimes with left-hand threading for muzzle devices DEGunsShepard ArmsSniper Country

Dimensions & Handling

Overall Length: Approximately 19.3″ (compact and travel-friendly) Zastava Arms USA - Quality since 1853Palmetto State ArmorySniper Countrythegunshopne.com

Weight: Around 6.6 lbs (unloaded), offering a solid despite compact design Zastava Arms USA - Quality since 1853Survival Cache

Performance & Build Quality

Durability: Chrome-lined barrel resists wear and corrosion, contributing to long-term reliability Sniper CountryGunBuyer

User Feedback:

“Great rifles... shooting on the rail, brace, and light loose... recoil is tame” Reddit
“Reliable and loud... Chrome lined barrel... check rivets when you get it” Reddit

Variants & Compatibility

Trunnion Variations: Some early versions lack the bulged trunnion and have thinner (1 mm) receivers. Later models feature the more robust 1.5 mm receiver with bulged trunnion Reddit

Magazinе Fit: Users report compatibility issues with Magpul or US Palm magazines—stripper-style steel surplus mags tend to fit more reliably Reddit

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