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Revision as of 04:35, 10 May 2013

AK-12
TypeAssault rifle
Battle rifle
Shotgun
Place of originRussian Federation
Service history
In service2012–present
Production history
DesignerMikhail Kalashnikov, Vladimir Zlobin
Designed2010
ManufacturerIzhmash
Produced2012-present
VariantsSee Variants
Specifications
Mass3.3 kg (7.28 lb)[1]
Length945 mm (37.2 in) (725 mm stock folded)[2]
Barrel length415 mm (16.3 in); Interchangeable[2]
Cartridge5.45×39mm, 5.56×45mm NATO, 7.62×39mm, 9×39mm[3] Unknown 6.5 mm
cartridge currently
under development[3] 6.5mm Grendel,[4] 7.62×51mm NATO,12 Gauge[5]
ActionGas-operated, long stroke gas piston, rotating bolt
Rate of fire600 (full auto) or 1000 (3 round burst) rounds/min
Muzzle velocity900 m/s (2,953 ft/s) with 5.45×39mm
Effective firing range800 m
Feed system30-round detachable box magazine, 60-round AK-74 compatible casket magazine
SightsIron; Picatinny rail provided for optics

The Kalashnikov AK-12 (formerly АК-200) is the newest derivative of the Soviet/Russian AK-47 series of assault rifles and is proposed for possible general issue to Russian Army, and is currently undergoing testing.[6]

History

On May 25, 2010, Russia’s media published a Russian Defence Ministry statement that the AK-12 rifle was to be tested in 2011. The demonstration model (AK-200) was presented to Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin during his official visit to inspect the products of the Izhmash arms manufacturing plant in Izhevsk, was apparently a basic AK-74 in standard 5.45×39mm caliber. On the demonstrator, the traditional locations of cocking handle, safety lever and fire selector remained unchanged, but the AK-12 production model featured revisions to all of these features. The Izhmash demonstrator was fitted with the large capacity 60 round casket magazine.

Testing

In January 2012, the Russian Deputy Defense Minister announced that the Russian Army would not be buying the AK-12, as they had millions of surplus AK-74 rifles, and over concerns of the financial state of Izhmash. Despite this, Russia began trials of the rifle on November 2, 2012. It was tested for its effectiveness when exposed to freezing cold, desert heat, humidity, dust, and impacts.[7] By November 23, trials were about 80% complete. During these initial tests, the AK-12 was found to have a "range of defects." The specific problems were not revealed, as they were considered "the developer's confidential information." Izhmash reported that the faults were fixable, and that the trials precisely highlighted weaknesses in the design for changes to be incorporated.[8] Preliminary tests of the AK-12 were completed on November 30, 2012. Izhmash is now working to fix problems with the rifle that occurred during the trials. Even though the Russian Army has stated they will not introduce a new rifle in the near future, state acceptance trials are to begin in June 2013,[9] and conclude by mid-2013. Series production is due to begin by the end of 2013.[10]

Design

The AK-12 has external modifications, most of which are consistent with the modifications favoured by Russia’s specialist, professional military units: Picatinny rails—allowing the attachment of modular accessories, including advanced optical sight combinations, laser illuminators, flashlights, vertical foregrips, bipods and grenade launchers. An improved adjustable telescoping buttstock is also fitted. The rear sight has been moved from the front of the receiver to the rear, the combination selector lever/dust cover on the right side of the receiver has been replaced by a thumb-activated ambidextrous selector lever above both sides of the pistol grip, ambidextrous push-button magazine release, ambidextrous ejection port and reversible cocking handle above vertical foregrip. Firing modes include safe, semi, 3 round burst, and full auto. To improve accuracy, the rifle has a new muzzle brake and the barrel has improved rifling.[11]

Variants

A carbine, compact carbine, submachine gun, sniper rifle and light machine gun versions of the AK-12 are also planned, as well as an export version. Models for the civilian market are also being produced.[12] An experimental self lubricating nano-composite coating is also being tested on the AK-12 rifle.[3][12]

Other forms of modularity in the AK-12 system are likely to include interchangeable barrel lengths and calibers (5.45×39mm, 5.56×45mm NATO, 7.62×39mm and 7.62×51mm NATO).[13]

Civilian version

In November 2012, Izhmash announced the 2013 release of the AK-12 for the civilian market. It is semi-automatic and will be available in .223 Remington and 12 gauge.[5]

  • The AK-12 rifle with various accessories
    The AK-12 rifle with various accessories
  • The AK-12 rifle
    The AK-12 rifle
  • AK-12 with various accessories
    AK-12 with various accessories
  • AK-12 ambidextrous fire-selector, push-button magazine release and ejection port
    AK-12 ambidextrous fire-selector, push-button magazine release and ejection port
  • AK-12 ambidextrous fire-selector, push-button magazine release and ejection port
    AK-12 ambidextrous fire-selector, push-button magazine release and ejection port
  • AK-12 right-side
    AK-12 right-side
  • AK-12 left-side. Note: ambidextrous ejection port and reversible cocking handle above vertical foregrip
    AK-12 left-side. Note: ambidextrous ejection port and reversible cocking handle above vertical foregrip
  • Artist's conception of AK-12 field-stripped and compared to the AK-74
    Artist's conception of AK-12 field-stripped and compared to the AK-74

See also

References

  1. ^ "Новый "калашников" сделали для одноруких солдат (The new "Kalashnikov"...)". Izvestia. November 25, 2011. Retrieved 2011-11-28.
  2. ^ a b "Modern Firearms - Kalashnikov AK-12 assault rifle". Retrieved April 07, 2012. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  3. ^ a b c Zlobin, Vladimir (15 February 2013). "«Калашниковы» для XXI века". Krasnaya Zvezda (Interview) (in Russian). No. 28 (26247). Interviewed by Andrei Bondarenko. pp. 10–11. Retrieved 21 February 2013. {{cite interview}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |subjectlink= (help); Unknown parameter |trans_title= ignored (|trans-title= suggested) (help)
  4. ^ AK-12 Assault Rifle Information
  5. ^ a b Civilian AK-12 Coming 2013 in .223 AND 12 Gauge - Thefirearmblog.com, November 14, 2012
  6. ^ http://topwar.ru/11273-ak-12-popolnenie-v-semeystve-kalashnikovyh.html
  7. ^ Russia Starts New Kalashnikov Trials - Rian.ru, November 2, 2012
  8. ^ New Kalashnikov Has 'Range of Defects' - Rian.ru, November 23, 2012
  9. ^ AK-12 will be tested by Russian army in June 2013 - Armyrecognition.com, April 30, 2013
  10. ^ AK-12 completes preliminary tests - Armyrecognition.com, November 30, 2012
  11. ^ The Firearm Blog
  12. ^ a b "IZHMASH OJSC Official Site --- Официальный сайт группы предприятий "ИЖМАШ"". Retrieved April 07, 2012. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  13. ^ http://world.guns.ru/assault/rus/kalashnikov-ak-12-e.html
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