M1867 Russian Krnka
| Obr.1867 Krnka | |
|---|---|
| Type | Side-hinged lifting Breechblock |
| Place of origin | Russia |
| Service history | |
| In service | 1869–1880 |
| Used by | Russian Empire Kingdom of Bulgaria Kingdom of Serbia Kingdom of Montenegro |
| Wars | Russo-Turkish War Balkan Wars World War I |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Sylvester Krnka |
| Designed | 1867 |
| Manufacturer | Tula Arsenal |
| Variants | Infantry, Cavalry |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 4.5 / 4.9 kg / (without / with bayonet) |
| Length | 1300 / 1800 mm (without / with bayonet) |
| Cartridge | 15.24x40mmR |
| Caliber | .60 |
| Action | Lifting-Block |
| Rate of fire | 9 rounds per minute |
| Maximum firing range | 1200 arshins (850 m) |
| Feed system | Single shot |
The M1867 Russian Krnka (Винтовка Крнка́) was a breech loading conversion of the muzzle-loading Model 1857 Six Line rifle musket designed by Czech arms maker, Sylvester Krnka. It was adopted by the Russian Empire in 1869, and was similar to the contemporary Snider-Enfield and Tabatiere conversions. Conversions were carried out at the Tula armory (TOZ).
Two main versions were produced: infantry and cavalry rifles. Shortly after its introduction to service, the M1867 was replaced by the Berdan rifle, though both weapons would serve simultaneously for a time. The rifles were issued to conscripts and police forces in the Central Asian territories, like Samarkand. After being taken out of service, many were converted into cheap shotguns.