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Bolt-Action Rifles · Russia · 1944
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Kalashnikovcarbines

Kalashnikov carbines
Kalashnikov carbines Photo: Mpopenker · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Accuracy
40
Effective Range
30
Reliability
95
Stopping Power
70
Durability
90
Ergonomics
50
Optics-Readiness
20
Calibre Versatility
60
Build Quality
80
Cost-Effectiveness
95
Origin Russia
CategoryBolt-Action Rifles
EraWorld War II
In service1944
Operators19 countries
Data Quality88%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
58
Bolt-Action Rifles MASS Rating
7/11
World War II
198/308
All-Time
Bolt-Action Rifles · 10 axes scored
Accuracy
40
Effective Range
30
Reliability
95
Stopping Power
70
Durability
90
Ergonomics
50
Optics-Readiness
20
Calibre Versatility
60
Build Quality
80
Cost-Effectiveness
95
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the bolt-action rifles category.
01 / Overview
Kalashnikov carbines
Country
Production
1944–
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES · WORLD WAR II
7
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
97
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
—
58
bolt-action rifles category
ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the bolt-action rifles category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General6MOD.6
  • First Production Year1949
  • Service Entry Year1949
  • DesignerMikhail Kalashnikov
  • Weight (Empty)0.003 kg
  • Currently In ServiceYes
  • Notable UsersSoviet Union, China, Vietnam
◈Cartridge & Calibre7MOD.7
▣Operation9MOD.9
◇Ballistics7MOD.7
  • Muzzle Velocity715 m/s
  • Muzzle Energy2,000
  • Effective Range (point)0.3 m
  • Maximum Range2,500 m
  • Sighting Range1,000 m
  • Penetration6 mm
  • Accuracy4
◆Barrel & Sights8MOD.8
▤Construction6MOD.6
▲Additional Dimensions2MOD.2
  • Width60 mm
  • Height200 mm
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
  1. 1944Production started
  2. 1949Entered service
82
years in service
18
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it. 1 countries retired it.
04 / Variants
▚ WEAPON FAMILY
Kalashnikov carbines 1944
// SIBLING VARIANTS
AK-46 1946
Type 56 1956
05 / Operators
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE9terms
A bayonet lug is a metal fitting on the barrel or muzzle of a firearm that provides a mounting point for a bayonet.
A firearm feed system where ammunition is stored in a separate container (magazine) that can be removed and replaced, enabling rapid reloading.
A firearm stock that can be folded or collapsed to reduce overall length for storage or transport.
Firearm action type where expanding gas from a fired cartridge cycles the mechanism, typically via a piston or direct impingement.
Uses high-pressure gas to cycle the action, rather than recoil energy.
A pistol feature allowing it to fire grenades or projectile rounds.
Adjustable metal aiming devices on firearms, consisting of a front post and rear notch, used without magnification.
Select fire is a fire selector mechanism on a firearm that lets the shooter choose the firing mode, such as semi‑automatic, burst, or fully automatic.
A pistol barrel with external helical grooves allowing the attachment of a suppressor or other muzzle devices.
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