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Alright, here's my second ever submission, and this time we're heading to the (Former) Soviet Union.

AK-47: I'm sure everyone, their grandma, and their dog has heard of the AK-47. First put on paper in 1944, and accepted into service in 1949, the Avtomat Kalashnikova model 1947 was to become an icon of soviet ingenuity. The AK-47 Fires the 7.62x39mm M43 & M67 cartridge. I've also made the AKS-47, a variation of the -47 with a folding stock that appears to be patterned on the WWII German MP40's. Contrary to what movies say, the REAL AK-47 is a rare find in today's market. They were only produced from about 1949 to 1959, when it was replaced by the AKM. As such, finding genuine AK-47s can be difficult.

AKM: The Avtomat Kalashnikova Modernizirovanniy is an upgraded AK introduced in 1959, and the most prominent AK of all the Russian variants. Several improvments were added to the AKM,including a stamped steel lower, strengthening ribs on the receiver cover, a straighter stock and 'plastic' pistol grip, a muzzle brake, and a device called the Rate Reducer. Also includes the AKMS. Like I mentioned above, The true AK-47 does not appear as often in fiction as you might think: often times it is the AKM or the Chinese-copied Type 56 Assault rifle that fill in for the role.

AK-74: Now for one that isn't as well known. Built in 1974 as a replacement for the AKM and AK-47, the AK-74 was a radical departure from the other two. A lot of the improvements from the AKM were kept for the 74; in fact, about 50-60% of the parts from the AK-74 can be swapped with the AKM or AK-47. Some new things introduced include a new muzzle brake and new wooden - later high-impact plastic - furniture, but the most important change was the caliber. After closely watching NATO operations in Vietnam, the Soviets were shocked to see a new rifle enter the fray; the American M16 Assault rifle. After closely studying the M16 and it's 5.56x45mm round, the Russians went to work on a small caliber bullet of their own. Enter the 5.45x39mm M74, and THIS is the round the AK-74 would use. It is still a standard issue rifle for the now Russian federation. Also included are the AKS-74 and AKS-74U rifles. It has been replaced by the AK-100 series of rifles, and was scheduled to be replaced by the recent AK-12 family, but that rifle was dropped. So the AK-74 might continue to see service in the years to come.

AKS-74U: Now i felt this one deserved it's own paragraph. Accepted into service in 1979 the Russians wanted a carbine-length rifle for paratroopers, vehicle crews, and second-line troops. The AKS-74U was adopted into service with the Russian military and with select police units; at least one office with have an AKS. Contrary to popular belief and portrayal in games, the AKS is NOT a submachine gun, but rather an Assault Rifle Carbine: An assault rifle that has been shortened for close combat. Despite this, It is oficially used in the submachine gun role, despite firing a rifle-caliber round (5.45x39mm).

NOTE: If you guys know anything about AK's i don't, leave a comment below.

Description
Alright, here's my second ever submission, and this time we're heading to the (Former) Soviet Union.

AK-47: I'm sure everyone, their grandma, and their dog has heard of the AK-47. First put on paper in 1944, and accepted into service in 1949, the Avtomat Kalashnikova model 1947 was to become an icon of soviet ingenuity. The AK-47 Fires the 7.62x39mm M43 & M67 cartridge. I've also made the AKS-47, a variation of the -47 with a folding stock that appears to be patterned on the WWII German MP40's. Contrary to what movies say, the REAL AK-47 is a rare find in today's market. They were only produced from about 1949 to 1959, when it was replaced by the AKM. As such, finding genuine AK-47s can be difficult.

AKM: The Avtomat Kalashnikova Modernizirovanniy is an upgraded AK introduced in 1959, and the most prominent AK of all the Russian variants. Several improvments were added to the AKM,including a stamped steel lower, strengthening ribs on the receiver cover, a straighter stock and 'plastic' pistol grip, a muzzle brake, and a device called the Rate Reducer. Also includes the AKMS. Like I mentioned above, The true AK-47 does not appear as often in fiction as you might think: often times it is the AKM or the Chinese-copied Type 56 Assault rifle that fill in for the role.

AK-74: Now for one that isn't as well known. Built in 1974 as a replacement for the AKM and AK-47, the AK-74 was a radical departure from the other two. A lot of the improvements from the AKM were kept for the 74; in fact, about 50-60% of the parts from the AK-74 can be swapped with the AKM or AK-47. Some new things introduced include a new muzzle brake and new wooden - later high-impact plastic - furniture, but the most important change was the caliber. After closely watching NATO operations in Vietnam, the Soviets were shocked to see a new rifle enter the fray; the American M16 Assault rifle. After closely studying the M16 and it's 5.56x45mm round, the Russians went to work on a small caliber bullet of their own. Enter the 5.45x39mm M74, and THIS is the round the AK-74 would use. It is still a standard issue rifle for the now Russian federation. Also included are the AKS-74 and AKS-74U rifles. It has been replaced by the AK-100 series of rifles, and was scheduled to be replaced by the recent AK-12 family, but that rifle was dropped. So the AK-74 might continue to see service in the years to come.

AKS-74U: Now i felt this one deserved it's own paragraph. Accepted into service in 1979 the Russians wanted a carbine-length rifle for paratroopers, vehicle crews, and second-line troops. The AKS-74U was adopted into service with the Russian military and with select police units; at least one office with have an AKS. Contrary to popular belief and portrayal in games, the AKS is NOT a submachine gun, but rather an Assault Rifle Carbine: An assault rifle that has been shortened for close combat. Despite this, It is oficially used in the submachine gun role, despite firing a rifle-caliber round (5.45x39mm).

NOTE: If you guys know anything about AK's i don't, leave a comment below.