Kalashnikov AK-308 assault rifle is a new development of the
Kalashnikov concern. Developed upon requests from several foreign
customers, this rifle fires powerful 7.62×51 NATO ammunition and is
intended for countries where this round is still in widespread use, as
well as for various Special Forces that in certain tactical situations
might prefer power, range and penetration of the 7.62×51 ammunition over
lighter intermediate rounds, such as 5.56×45 or 7.62×39. It was first
presented during Army 2018 expo and is still in development.
Kalashnikov AK-308 assault rifle
Kalashnikov AK-308 assault rifle is based on the new 5.45mm AK-12
assault rifle, with the basic design being stretched and strengthened
to accept noticeably more powerful ammunition. It features same
Kalashnikov gas operated, long stroke piston, rotary bolt system.
Receiver layout also follows famous Kalashnikov pattern, with rigid
stamped steel construction and removable top cover. The latter is
attached to the receiver by the captive cross pint at the front, and
features spring-loaded element at the rear to ensure stable and
repeatable position of the integrated Picatinny rail (with sighting
equipment attached to it) over extended field use and maintenance.
Controls also follow traditional AK pattern, with safety / fire selector
lever on the right side. AK-308 rifle can fire single shots and full
automatic, feeding ammunition from detachable box magazines made from
impact-resistant polymer. Magazine capacities are 20 or 30 rounds. Rifle
features AK-12-style non-removable gas tube design with frontal
maintenance plug. Aluminum alloy forend is attached to the receiver and
relieves the barrel from all stresses that might ensure from various
holding or supporting positions.
Kalashnikov AK-308 assault rifle
Barrel and chamber are chrome-lined for durability and ease of
maintenance. Barrel is provided with effective muzzle device and bayonet
lug. A quick-detachable tactical sound suppressor can be used when
required. Pistol grip is made from polymer and has a small storage
container in its base. Shoulder stock is of sturdy side-folding,
telescoping design. Cleaning kit is stored in the shoulder stock,
accessible via sliding buttpad. Standard sights include protected front
post, mounted on the gas block, and an adjustable aperture rear sight,
with range settings for 100 – 800 meters. Additional sighting devices
(red dot, telescope and/or night sights) can be attached to the
Picatinny rail on the top cover and on the forend.
AK-308 rifle is capable to host a 40mm underbarrel grenade launcher and other useful tactical accessories.
Video from Kalashnikov.media that shows 1st prototype of the AK-308 rifle, based on the AK-103. Latest prototype, shown above, is based on a more modern AK-12
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