Summary
The AK-105 is a short barrel, carbine version of the AK-74M rifle, originally developed to replace the shorter barrelled AKS-74U. The AK-105 is chambered in 5.45×39mm ammunition and is used domestically by the Russian Army in contrast to other AK-100 series rifles.[1]
| AK-105 | |
|---|---|
 The AK-105 carbine | |
| Type | Assault Rifle, Carbine |
| Place of origin | Russia |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2001–present |
| Used by | See Users |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Mikhail Kalashnikov |
| Designed | 1994 |
| Manufacturer | Izhmash |
| Produced | 1994 |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 3.2 kg (7.1 lb) with empty magazine |
| Length | 824 mm (32.4 in) with stock extended / 586 mm (23.1 in) with stock folded |
| Barrel length | 314 mm (12.4 in) |
| Cartridge | 5.45×39mm |
| Caliber | 5.45mm |
| Action | Gas-actuated, rotating bolt |
| Rate of fire | 600 rounds/min |
| Muzzle velocity | 840 m/s (2,800 ft/s) |
| Effective firing range | 300 m (330 yd) |
| Feed system | 30-round detachable box magazine or 60-round casket magazine |
| Sights | Adjustable iron sights, equipped with a side mounted dovetail rail for attaching various optics and night sights |
Design edit
Compared to the AK-74M, AK-101, and AK-103, which are full-length assault rifles of similar design, the AK-105 is a carbine rifle featuring a shorter 12.4 in (310 mm) barrel, and a solid, side-folding, polymer stock allowing convenience in transportation or paratrooper operations, while still providing a stable firing platform when extended; the AK-105 retains the ability to fire with the stock folded.[2] The AK-105 has matching polymer furniture including pistol grip, magazines and forward handguard. The AK-105 was developed to replace the even shorter compact AKS-74U, (however both rifles are in-service)[3] that featured a shorter skeleton stock and a shorter, 8.1 in (210 mm) barrel.[4][5] The AK-105 uses an adjustable, U‑notch, rear tangent sight, calibrated in 100 m (109 yd) increments out to 500 m (547 yd). The front sight is a post, adjustable for elevation in the field, while windage adjustments are done prior to issue by the armory.[3]
According to the manufacturers web site in 2014, "Protective coatings ensure excellent corrosion resistance of metal parts. Forearm, magazine, butt stock and pistol grip are made of high strength plastic."[6][failed verification]] The AK‑105 has a muzzle booster derived from the AKS‑74U that aids in reducing recoil and improving stability of automatic fire, through the use of exiting gasses.[citation needed]
The AK-100 series rifles are produced by the Izhmash factories in Izhevsk, Russia.
Users edit
Armenia[7]
Azerbaijan: Used by the State Border Service.[8]
Brazil: Brazilian military and law enforcement have adopted the AK-105 as it is suitable for urban and counter-narcotics operations.[9]
India: The Indian Army has adopted the compact and versatile rifle for some specialized units.[9]
Kazakhstan: The Kazakh military use the AK-105 as a standard-issue carbine rifle.[9]
Namibia: Used by Namibian Marine Corps[10]
North Korea: Produced locally as the Type 88 Carbine, used by Special Operation Forces and armored crew.[11][12]
Russia: In service with the Russian Army,[13] and limited use within the Ministry of Internal Affairs[14] and other law enforcement,[15] including Alpha Group of the Federal Security Service (FSB). [16]
Syria: Used by some Syrian special forces.[17]
References edit
- ^ "AK105". russianoptics.net. Retrieved 15 April 2021.
- ^ "Russia exports more than 100 000 AKs -". The Firearm Blog. 22 September 2017. Retrieved 9 February 2024.
- ^ a b "Kalashnikov AK-100". Weaponsystems.net. Retrieved 9 February 2024.
- ^ "AK-100 series Assault rifle". Military Today. Archived from the original on 21 November 2022.
- ^ "AKS-74U Shortened Assault Rifle - Modern Firearms". Modern Firearms. Retrieved 9 February 2024.
- ^ "5.45 mm Kalashnikov assault rifles AK74M, AK105". Archived from the original on 21 February 2015. Retrieved 16 November 2014.
- ^ "UNROCA (United Nations Register of Conventional Arms)". www.unroca.org. Retrieved 19 December 2023.
- ^ Jenzen-Jones, N.R. (September 2012). "The 100-Series Kalashnikovs: A Primer". Small Arms Review. Vol. 16, no. 3.
- ^ a b c "AK-105 The Versatile Carbine Assault Rifle". 26 August 2023. Retrieved 9 February 2024.
- ^ Defence Web. "Namibia receives Russian small arms". defenceweb.co.za. defenceweb. Retrieved 18 June 2016.
- ^ "The Elite Small Arms Of North Korea". 21st Century Asian Arms Race. 9 March 2023. Retrieved 11 October 2023.
- ^ "3D model KPA Type 88 Bullpup - TurboSquid 2092626". www.turbosquid.com. 5 July 2023. Retrieved 29 October 2023.
- ^ "Russian Special Forces Federal Security Services to get new Kalashnikov AK-400 assault rifles TASS 2605162". armyrecognition.com. 25 May 2016.
- ^ Приказ Министерства внутренних дел РФ № 651 от 9 июля 2002 г.
- ^ Постановление Правительства РФ № 776 от 2 октября 2009 г. "Об обеспечении боевым ручным стрелковым и иным оружием, патронами к нему, специальными средствами, оборудованием и снаряжением Федеральной службы судебных приставов"
- ^ Приказ Министерства внутренних дел РФ № 611 от 4 августа 2006 г. "Об утверждении перечней специальных средств, видов, типов и моделей огнестрельного и газового оружия, патронов и боеприпасов к нему, норм обеспечения ими работников военизированных и сторожевых подразделений ФГУП "Охрана" МВД России" (приложение № 2)
- ^ "Сирийский спецназ получил автоматы АК-105 в современном обвесе" [Syrian special forces received modern AK-105 assault rifles]. rg.ru (in Russian). 1 August 2018.
External links edit
- Izhmash Weapons Are Always Up-To-Date (2012)
- Modern Firearms page