Kalashnikov Concern · Assault-Rifle · In Production · 2017
| Weight (empty) | 2500 g (88.2 oz) |
| Overall Length | 750 mm (29.53") |
| Barrel Length | 230 mm (9.06") |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 rounds |
| Action Type | Gas Operated |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 680 m/s (2231 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 793 J (585 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 400 m (437 yd) |
| Frame Material | Steel |
Primary Caliber: 5.45x39mm
The Kalashnikov MA (Malogabaritnyj Avtomat, meaning 'compact automatic') is a micro assault rifle and personal defense weapon developed by Kalashnikov Concern, intended as a successor to the AKS-74U compact carbine. First shown as a prototype in 2016-2017, the design traces its lineage to an experimental compact assault rifle concept by legendary Soviet firearms designer Yevgeny Dragunov. The MA is chambered in 5.45x39mm and features an extremely short 230mm barrel, a folding and telescoping pol...
Country of Origin: Russia
Designer: Kalashnikov Concern (based on Yevgeny Dragunov MA concept)