Assault Rifle

Firearms & Ammunition

The AK-74 is chambered for the 5.45×39mm cartridge, a Soviet intermediate rifle round introduced in the 1970s to replace the 7.62×39mm. This smaller, high-velocity cartridge w...

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The AK-74 uses a 5.45×39mm cartridge, and its AK-74 bullet size centers on a 5.45 mm bullet diameter with specific case and overall length dimensions that influence accuracy, p...

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The HK416 A6 is the latest iteration of Heckler & Koch’s AR‑style assault rifle, building on the long service history of the HK416 family. Developed for military and law‑e...

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The AK-47, or Avtomat Kalashnikova model 1947, is a select-fire, gas-operated assault rifle designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov in the Soviet Union. It is widely recognized for its...

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The AK-47, or Avtomat Kalashnikova model 1947, is a Soviet-origin assault rifle designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov. It is widely recognized for its simplicity, reliability in harsh...

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The XM8 is a German-designed 5.56 mm assault rifle created by Heckler & Koch as part of the U.S. Army’s Objective Individual Combat Weapon (OICW) program. It features a modula...

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Whether you are a collector, a shooter, or a researcher, understanding the basics of Chinese AK production helps you recognize design traits, interpret markings, and assess prov...

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The AK-47, designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov and introduced by the Soviet Union in 1947, is a selective-fire, gas-operated assault rifle built around a long-stroke piston and tilt...

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The Type 56 assault rifle is a Soviet-pattern weapon produced under license in the People’s Republic of China. Introduced in the mid‑1950s as the Chinese variant of the AKâ€...

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The Heckler & Koch 416 is a gas piston–operated carbine recognized for consistent function and durability in demanding environments. Adopted by U.S. special operations beginni...