Kalashnikov Concern (Izhmash) · Rifle · In Production · 1999
| Weight (empty) | 3600 g (127.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 840 mm (33.07") |
| Barrel Length | 350 mm (13.78") |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Long Stroke |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 830 m/s (2723 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 3270 J (2412 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 600 m (656 yd) |
| Frame Material | Steel |
Primary Caliber: 7.62x51mm NATO
The Saiga-308 is a semi-automatic hunting and sporting rifle built on the Kalashnikov AK-pattern action, manufactured by Izhmash (now Kalashnikov Concern) and chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 Winchester). It uses the long-stroke gas piston system inherited from the AK and features a chrome-lined hammer-forged barrel, sporter or AK-style stock options, and a side-mount optics rail. Magazine capacities range from 3 to 10 rounds depending on the market and configuration.
Country of Origin: Russia