French airsoft YouTube Channel, Airsoft Entrepot (also an airsoft retailer), presents to us the first AEG release from Taiwan-based Raptor Airsoft, the PKP Pecheneg AEG and they have to conversion kit available... "The very first replica of Raptor Airsoft on video! PKP Petcheneg is a very strong support AEG, but it will give you an undeniable style with other players! Ready to carry this big baby of 10 kilos?"

The Raptor PKP Machine Gun which has been available in the U.S. for sometime now, is now in Europe as Gunfire announce that they have it in stock... "Long-awaited PKP machine gun replica (Печенег) produced by the Raptor brand is an absolute must-have for everyone who is a freak collector of the Russian military equipment or the support weapons replicas. Although it’s a replica, it has nothing in common with a toy. It’s heavy, chunky, and armoured. Nearly 8kg of steel!

Raptor announce that their second batch of the PKP LMG AEG is in production as well as a photo contest for existing owners... "Dear PKP customers! Raptor would like to thank you for the support of all those that purchased this monster! Our first batch of PKP Pecheneg AEGs have sold out very quickly, and due to the continued demand, a second batch of PKPs is in the works! We expect the second batch to be completed early next month.

For those who want to get their hands on the Raptor PKP AEG, here is something you might save up. They will be releasing a Limited Edition Raptor PKP Pecheneg with the PT-2 Stock, which is based on the Zenitco PT-2. Be one of the 100 owners of this when it gets released next month... "In order to give more different image on PECHENEG model, we would release PT-2 stock at LIMITED EDITION (Global ONE HUNDRED), more tactial and cool~.

That was quick. According to Raptor Airsoft, their first batch of the Raptor PKP Pecheneg AEG went out of stock quickly. For those who missed it, a second batch is now in the works... "We would like inform you that we had out of stock first batch of PKP AEG. We deeply appreciated all of the Pecheneg MG fans support. In order to satisfy more demand all over the world, also second batch is on the way back in December. Welcome pre-order now!"

Raptor Airsoft sent in news that the Raptor PKP Pecheneg AEG and the PKP kit for the A&K PKM is now released. For U.S.-based players, they can order theirs from Airsoft GI... "Our newest products are PKP AEG & PKP Conversion Kit. Kit had released already & AEG will be available in October. Also our PKP Conversion Kit is full fitted for A&K PKM, no need for modifications."

With the Raptor PKP arriving at Airsoft GI, they put together a FSB loadout to go along with it in this Tactical Gear Heads episode... "Cisco and Jason take a look at his authentic Essentuki FSB Machine Gunner kit, featuring real Russian gear that's almost entirely issued to Russian Special Forces units! Additionally, we've got your first look at the Raptor PKP Pecheneg - the first PKP on the market and maybe the best new LMG we've seen in years!"

Airsoft GI post more photos of the Raptor PKP Pecheneg AEG that will be available soon at their store. Now on pre-order, players can choose between the kit form for the A&K PKM AEG or a complete airsoft PKP... "More Raptor PKP pictures! We've got a sample unit on the way and should be able to give you guys an in-depth breakdown (and more gucci kit shots) once we've got it in-hand."

Good news to airsoft players in the USA. Airsoft GI posted on their Facebook Page that they will be carrying the Raptor PKP AEG as well as the conversion kit... "You asked for it.... so here we go! Airsoft GI will be the exclusive US dealer for all of your Raptor BB gat PKP needs! That being said...

RAPTOR PKP KITS AND FULL AEG PREORDERS ARE NOW LIVE!

Raptor put on display their upcoming Raptor PKP "Pecheneg" AEG during the TWAAA International Camo Festival 2017 and are already taking pre-orders for this early this month. It has 9mm bearing gearbox and in tests, they say that its outdoor range is over 70 metres. Not much details on other features including pricing but we'll find out soon when more information is released by the Taiwan-based airsoft manufacturer.