- Full Name
- AKMS stands for "Avtomat Kalashnikova Modernizirovanniy Skladnoy," which translates to "Kalashnikov's Automatic Rifle–Modernized Folding."
- Ammunition Capacity
- The standard magazine capacity for the AKMS is 30 rounds, although other sizes like 40-round and drum magazines are available.
- Type
- The AKMS is an assault rifle featuring selective fire options, including semi-automatic and fully automatic firing modes.
- Bullet Caliber Size
- 7.62x39mm
- Design Origin
- The AKMS is a Soviet-designed weapon, originating as a modernized version of the AK-47. It was officially adopted by the Soviet military in 1959.
- Folding Stock
- One of the most distinguishing features of the AKMS is its under-folding metal shoulder stock, which makes it easier to handle in confined spaces or during parachute jumps.
- Weight
- The AKMS typically weighs around 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs) when unloaded and without accessories.
- Effective Range
- The effective range for the AKMS is approximately 300 to 400 meters, although this can vary depending on conditions and user skill.
- Material
- The rifle primarily uses stamped sheet metal and wood or polymer furniture, making it relatively easy and inexpensive to manufacture.
- Global Use
- The AKMS and its variants have seen widespread use globally, both in military and paramilitary forces, as well as in civilian hands.
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