The AKS-74U
The AKS-74U is a carbine designed by The Kalashnikov Concern.
History[]
The AKS-74U is one of many variants of the original AK-74 rifle designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov. It is essentially a more compact version of the AK-74 built for use by special forces, airborne infantry, rear-echelon support units, helicopter and armored vehicle crews. This model was produced from 1979-1993.
Specifications[]
- Cartridge: 5.45×39mm
- Action:
- Gas-operated
- Rotating bolt
- Weight: 6.0 lb. (2.7 kg.)
- Length:
- 19.3 in. (490 mm.) (stock folded)
- 28.7 in. (730 mm.) (stock extended)
- Barrel Length: 8.1 in. (206.5 mm.)
- Capacity: 20, 30, 45, or 60 (depending on magazine)
On Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders[]
- Season One
- An AKS-74U can be seen discovered in an arms cache raided in "Paper Orphans".
- Season Two
- FSG AG operatives - They can be seen armed with AKS-74Us in "The Ripper of Riga".
Gallery[]
Real-World[]
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On Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders[]
An AKS-74U visible during a raid in "Paper Orphans".
A FSG AG operative with his AKS-74U in "The Ripper of Riga".