This weapon appeared in 1973. IL-27 is an improved version of IL-12. During the years of production, the gun became the most massive in the domestic market: with all the modifications and the new version of the MP-27, more than one and a half million units were sold.
General information about the gun IL-27
This weapon received a number of constructional innovations that had never been seen on the domestic market. These include:
- Butt on IL-27 got a rubber back plate;
- The aiming level became ventilated;
- Subsequent modifications of the gun were equipped with an ejector;
- Handguards and beds have a new shape;
- A box with a box fastened in a new way;
- For the manufacture of the barrel began to use gun steel;
- The barrel channel and the chamber were covered with chrome.
The main innovation was the addition of an interceptor - an automatic safety device, which excludes the possibility of an accidental shot in the event of a gun falling. IL-27 shows good accuracy and accuracy. The forend and stock IL-27 are made from walnut or beech.
IZH-27 device
Locking bar gun is responsible for locking barrels. Shells of shot charges "spit out" with a standard extractor. When a shot occurs, the entire fighter is placed in the block. This is ensured by the independence of the strikers, because they are fastened with studs to the shoe, which creates a springy effect.
USM is equipped with a rebound, to improve the security of the installed interceptor triggers. As mentioned above, the design includes an automatic fuse, eliminating the possibility of a shot in the event of a fall: it blocks the sear. Heads serve for a long time without the need for replacement, as the design of the rifle provides a smooth descent of cocked hammers.
In one of the modifications IL-27, the extractor was replaced with a selective ejector. It can be turned on or off manually. If one cartridge remains intact, then when the barrel is opened, only the cartridge case of the fired ammunition will be ejected, the whole will remain in place. This speeds up the reloading of the gun.
For the first four years the IL-27 hunting rifle was equipped with two triggers. Then a modification appeared in which there was only one trigger. Such a device involved changing the sequence of shots. The factory setting - the first time a shot is fired from the lower barrel, the second - from the top.
This design decision was not approved by all hunters. The shooters are accustomed to assess the situation, what is the distance to the target and which cartridge is better to shoot. After making the assessment, they clicked on the desired hook. In the case of the "universal trigger" to make it impossible. To change the sequence of the shot will require several manipulations. During setup, the target may disappear from view.
Technical characteristics of IL-27:
- Used for firing ammunition 12, 16, 20 and 410 calibers;
- The length of the rifle barrel is 675 or 750 millimeters;
- The length of the rifle chamber is 70 or 76 millimeters;
- The weight of a discharged rifle is 3.2 or 3.4 kilograms.
The butt is made of beech or walnut, has a pistol neck. To increase the service life of the barrel and the chamber are chrome-plated. The trunks are standard, the bottom has a narrowing of 0.5 millimeter, the top one is 1 millimeter. Components of some modifications include interchangeable trunks.
Versions of weapons allow the use of conventional cartridges and the standard "Magnum" 12, 16, 20 and 410 calibers. In recent years, versions 12 and 20 calibers are made only for powerful ammunition "Magnum". But practice has shown that you can shoot from them and ordinary cartridges. 410 caliber provides for the use of only powerful charges, but this option IL-27 - a real rarity.
Gun IL-27M
This option went into production not so long ago. Included with such a gun are interchangeable nozzles that can be quickly changed depending on the tasks and shooting conditions. In the production of the model uses new technologies to increase the working resource stock.
How to choose a quality IL-27?
In order to purchase a high-quality IZH-27 rifle, it is first recommended to check for the presence of a white plaque under the connecting bar. If it is, you need to abandon the purchase, because such an instrument will quickly become worthless.
The muzzle sections require special attention. They must be perfectly round, and the metal must have the same thickness. Many unscrupulous sellers say that such a defect is found on each IL-27. No, this defect is found only on guns of poor quality.
The chrome-plated layer on the barrel and the chamber should also be even - various stains and openings indicate a low-quality shotgun.
To check the quality you need to shake the weapon. No surface parts should swing, there should be no rattling inside. Assembling and disassembling a rifle should be easy and quick without effort. There should be no defects on the surface of the forend and stock.
Security measures
- Do not direct the barrel of the gun towards people, even if it is completely discharged;
- Before transferring a gun to another person, make sure that there are no charges in the chamber;
- It is not recommended to fire from both trunks at once;
- Remove the gun from the safety just before the shot;
- Hold the finger on the safety bracket while aiming;
- For firing use proven cartridges;
- After a misfire, the barrel should be opened no earlier than in 2-3 minutes, since a “protracted” shot may occur.
To prolong the service life of a tool, it must be cleaned regularly.
Care and storage
Keep IL-27 is required out of the reach of children dry. Excessive moisture will quickly lead to rust on the parts of the weapon. At the time of storage, the trunks are removed, the locks of fixation and the hammers are set to lowered mode.
After each shooting you need to clean and lubricate the rifle. This must be approached with the utmost responsibility, since the chrome-plated coating quickly falls into disrepair. After active firing, carbon deposits from the trunks of the trunks are peeled off with a copper brush, which is attached in the kit.
If you want to ensure a gun with a maximum service life, disassemble and assemble the weapon smoothly, without sudden movements. So that the strikers do not quickly become worthless, you do not need to squeeze the trigger with an empty chamber.
Exclusive models IL-27
The build quality of the production models as a whole leaves much to be desired. If you are able to afford to spend more, you can order an exclusive IL-27 rifle, which is called "Rus".
The first distinctive feature of the model is the use of silver and engraving in the exterior. The build quality of "Rus" is close to perfect. The barrel is laid using a unique technology that is not used for production models. Locking trunks is carried out by insertion, made of metal of high strength.
Pieces of IL-27 can be called an ideal tool for hunting. Its only disadvantage is the high price: 2-3 times more expensive than production models.
Conclusion
IZH-27 is an affordable rifle of simple construction and high reliability. Its main drawback is the poor build quality, which after several years of active use leads to known problems.
Hunters use this shotgun to hunt animals and birds of various sizes. Weapons shows good accuracy and accuracy.
