The new machine gun RPL-20 was created on the basis of the RPK-16 light machine gun with the introduction of certain changes based on the results of experimental military operation. At the moment, only a prototype machine gun has been created and it is being factory tested.
RPL-20 was created for the 5,45X39 mm cartridge, the machine gun was powered by a belt, the belt was also developed by the concern. Cartridge box for 100 rounds. There is a possibility of changing the barrel, a double-sided fuse, a folding stock with an adjustable cheek. Weight depending on the length of the barrel: with a short barrel - 5,2 kg, with a long barrel - 5,5 kg. The machine gun is equipped with a Picatinny rail for attaching sights and other devices. All types of optical and collimator sights are installed on the machine gun.