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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[1] and is used domestically by the Russian Army in contrast to other AK-100 series rifles.[2]
| 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 |
The carbine is produced at Izhmash factories in Izhevsk, Russia. It is part of the AK-100 family.[3]
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.[4]
The AK-105 has matching polymer furniture including pistol grip, magazines and forward handguard. It was developed to replace the even shorter compact AKS-74U, (however both rifles are in-service)[5] that featured a shorter skeleton stock and a shorter, 8.1 in (210 mm) barrel.[6][7] 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.[5]
According to the manufacturer's 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."[8][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]
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Armenia[9]
Azerbaijan: Used by the State Border Service.[10]
Brazil: Brazilian military and law enforcement have adopted the AK-105 as it is suitable for urban and counter-narcotics operations.[11]
India: Used by the Indian Army with some units.[11]
Kazakhstan: The Kazakh military use the AK-105 as a standard-issue carbine rifle.[11]
Namibia: Used by Namibian Marine Corps[12]
North Korea: Produced locally as an unlicensed copy (Type 88 carbine), used by Special Operation Forces and armored crew.[13]
Russia: In service with the Russian Army,[14] and limited use within the Ministry of Internal Affairs[15] and other law enforcement,[16] including Alpha Group of the Federal Security Service (FSB). [17]
Syria: Used by some Syrian special forces.[18]
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