Production of AK-12K, highly demanded by the Russian military, increased by 15% in 2026
The rate of fire of the compact Kalashnikov assault rifle is 700 rounds per minute
AK-12K
For assault troops and reconnaissance units: the first batch of AK-12K rifles was shipped to the troops in 2026
The shortened Kalashnikov rifle is equipped with a low-noise firing device
Kalashnikov will significantly expand production of combat small arms
The main increase in output will affect AK-12K assault rifles and Chukavin sniper rifles
Kalashnikov has delivered the latest 5.45 mm AK-12K ahead of schedule under a state order
The shortened version of the Kalashnikov assault rifle was developed at the request of the Airborne Forces for assault troops and scouts
One Hundred Percent Result: "Kalashnikov" Fulfilled All Delivery Plans for the First Half of the Year
Among the shipped products are new models - the shortened AK-12K assault rifle and the RPL-20 light machine gun
Serving Fighters in Blue Berets and Striped Vests: AK-12K, RPL-20, Strela-10M SAM Systems are in Service with the Russian Airborne Forces
Russian paratroopers have battle-tested the latest small arms developments from Kalashnikov
The newest shortened version of the Kalashnikov AK-12K assault rifle received by Airborne Forces soldiers
Russian Ministry of Defense: For assault troops, weapon dimensions are an important indicator of convenience and efficiency
"Kalashnikov" presented the latest shortened AK-12K and AK-12SK assault rifles for the first time
Combat experience revealed the demand for small-sized firearms