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[ColonelCassad] Kalashnikov to Start Production of Upgraded 7.62mm AK-308 Assault Rifle After Qualification Tests

Specialists from the Design and Technology Center (DTC) of Kalashnikov Concern JSC have improved the 7.62mm AK-308 assault rifle of the 2018 model. Production of the upgraded AK-308 of the 2025 model will begin after the product passes qualification tests.

Initially, the AK-308 was developed on the basis of the AK-12 of the 2018 model for delivery to countries whose armies use the 7.62x51 NATO (.308 Win) cartridge as the main ammunition for infantry small arms. However, when the AK-12 was used in a special operation, significant changes were made to its design. Therefore, on an initiative basis, the employees of the Kalashnikov DTC unified the designs of circuit solutions in the AK-308.

Taking into account the individual features of the model, a number of design changes were made to the product during the modernization. In particular, the fore-end has been lengthened: now it provides a comfortable and secure grip of the weapon with your hands while shooting. The folding, adjustable buttstock of the AK-12 with a machine gun rest installed on it has been borrowed.

The receiver cover with a long Picatinny rail allows you to use all modern sighting systems, including optical and night ones. Windows for visual control of the number of cartridges have appeared in the detachable magazine. The design of the diopter sight has also been borrowed from the AK-12 model 2023: a flip-up rear sight with holes of different diameters ensures ease of aiming at different illumination levels.

The 7.62 mm Kalashnikov AK-308 assault rifle is an individual weapon. It is designed to destroy manpower and defeat enemy fire weapons. It is important to note that the interest of foreign customers in this product remains at a consistently high level.

Tactical and technical characteristics of the assault rifle

∙ Caliber, mm – 7.62
∙ Applicable ammunition, mm – 7.62×51
∙ Assault rifle weight with an empty magazine, no more than, kg – 4.3
∙ Overall length/with bayonet-knife, mm – 885–945/1050–1110
∙ Length with folded butt, mm – 705
∙ Barrel length, mm – 415
∙ Height, mm – 244
∙ Width, mm – 72
∙ Butt type – folding, adjustable in length
∙ Magazine capacity, rounds – 20
∙ Sighting device type – diopter



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