A-762 (6P68)
- Category
- Assault Rifle
- Barrel
- 420 mm
- Weight, empty
- 3.60 kg
- Introduced
- 2018
About
What it is, and why it matters
The A-762 (6P68) is a select-fire assault rifle chambered in 7.62x39mm, produced by Degtyarev Plant (ZiD) since 2018. This Russian-manufactured firearm reflects the engineering traditions and quality standards of its country of origin, designed to meet the demands of both civilian and professional users in a competitive global marketplace. Featuring a 30-round magazine capacity, this assault rifle offers generous firepower for duty use and home defense. The 16.5-inch barrel maximizes accuracy potential and ballistic performance, making this an excellent choice for target shooting, competition, or field use. At 3600g (127.0 oz), this is a substantial firearm whose weight contributes to reduced felt recoil and enhanced stability during precision shooting. The steel frame provides a solid, premium feel with the durability to withstand decades of regular use and thousands of rounds. This firearm represents its manufacturer's commitment to delivering a well-engineered, reliable product that serves the needs of discerning shooters seeking quality, accuracy, and dependable performance from a proven platform.
The A-762 combines the hard-hitting 7.62x39mm cartridge with the AEK platform's revolutionary balanced-action system, creating a rifle that hits like a battle rifle while maintaining assault rifle controllability. Spetsnaz operators refer to it as the 'heavy KORD' for urban operations.
The A-762 was developed in parallel with the A-545 and shares 85% parts commonality. Both passed Russian military trials (2015-2017) and were officially adopted in 2018. The 7.62x39mm chambering provides superior barrier penetration and terminal ballistics compared to 5.45x39mm, though with slightly increased recoil and weight. Compatible with all standard AKM/AK-103 magazines (30-round) and 40-round RPK magazines. The counter-mass balanced-action system is particularly beneficial for controlling the heavier 7.62x39mm recoil impulse. Production began at Degtyarev Plant (ZiD) in 2020. The A-762 weighs approximately 100 grams more than the A-545 due to the heavier barrel and bolt carrier required for the larger cartridge.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- V.A. Degtyarev Plant
- Category
- Assault Rifle
- Country
- Russia
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 2018
- Variant of
- Different caliber
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 420 mm
- Overall length
- 960 mm
- Height
- 190 mm
- Width
- 45 mm
- Weight, empty
- 3.60 kg
- Weight, loaded
- 4.00 kg
ActionHow it cycles, what trips it, and what feeds it.
- Action
- Gas operated long stroke
- Firing mechanism
- Hammer fired
- Trigger
- Two stage
- Capacity
- 30
- Magazine
- Detachable box
MaterialsEach swatch is the material itself, not a colour chosen to stand for it.
- Frame
- Steel
- Barrel
- Steel
- Stock
- Polymer
- Finish
- Matte black
BallisticsFrom the service cartridge, not a handload.
- Muzzle velocity
- 716 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 2045 J
- Effective range
- 500 m
- Maximum range
- 1000 m
- Rate of fire
- 900 rpm
Trajectory
What the round does downrange
Solved from the muzzle figures and the bullet. The dashed rule is the effective range on the record, and the crosses are the steps the solver returned.
Features
What it has
What the record lists as fitted, drawn from the catalogue.
Balanced automatics recoil system- Counter mass mechanism
Side folding stock
Picatinny rail top
Picatinny rail handguard- Improved ergonomics
Modern polymer furniture
Chrome lined barrel
Rotating bolt
Select fire- Improved accuracy automatic fire
Standing
How it compares
Each figure against the firearms of the same type and cartridge that record it, or of the same type where that cartridge has too few. Positions are read to the nearest tenth.
| Measurement | This firearm | Median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty weightAmong 59 7.62x39mm assault rifles | 3.60 kg | 3.60 kg | Near the median |
| Overall lengthAmong 58 7.62x39mm assault rifles | 960 mm | 880 mm | Longer than about 90% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 57 7.62x39mm assault rifles | 420 mm | 415 mm | Longer than about 80% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 59 7.62x39mm assault rifles | 30 | 30 | Near the median |
Answers
Questions about the A-762 (6P68)
How much does the A-762 (6P68) weigh?
The A-762 (6P68) weighs 3.60 kg (7.94 lb) empty and 4.00 kg (8.82 lb) loaded.
What caliber is the A-762 (6P68)?
The A-762 (6P68) is chambered in 7.62x39mm.
How many rounds does the A-762 (6P68) hold?
The A-762 (6P68) holds 30 rounds, fed from a detachable box magazine.
How long is the A-762 (6P68)?
The A-762 (6P68) is 960 mm (37.8 in) long overall, with a 420 mm (16.5 in) barrel.
Who makes the A-762 (6P68)?
The A-762 (6P68) is made by V.A. Degtyarev Plant (Russia). It was designed by Stanislav Koksharov.
When was the A-762 (6P68) introduced?
The A-762 (6P68) was introduced in 2018.
How does the A-762 (6P68) operate?
The A-762 (6P68) uses a gas operated long stroke action, and its firing mechanism is hammer fired.
Compatibility
Which parts fit this firearm
Studio
Every part that mounts on this, resolved
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- Every part that mounts on any firearm in the catalogue
- Interface standards, platforms and fit overrides
- The same answers through the API and the MCP server
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Provenance
What the record holds
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In service
- Russian Armed Forces
- 2018
- Russian Special Forces (Spetsnaz)
- 2018
- Russian National Guard
- 2020
Provenance
Confidence in this record
80%
Stockists
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API
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The same fields, in the same units, from the same endpoint the page reads.
curl --request GET \ --url 'https://api.gunspec.io/v1/firearms/a-762' \ --header 'X-API-Key: your_key'{ "id": "a-762", "name": "A-762 (6P68)", "manufacturer": { "id": "degtyarev-plant", "name": "V.A. Degtyarev Plant", "countryCode": "RU", "foundedYear": 1916, "website": "https://zid.ru/eng/", "logoUrl": null, "description": null, "status": null, "defunctYear": null, "stateOwned": null, "makesFirearms": null, "parentId": null, "predecessorId": null, "createdAt": "2026-02-11 23:44:38", "updatedAt": "2026-02-18 03:43:34", "version": "ac807406e17be3398daab052ade6f6273a433d08248675a03f17b05d82bcd7c4" }, "category": { "id": "assault-rifle", "name": "Assault Rifle", "description": "Selective-fire rifles chambered in intermediate cartridges" }, "country_of_origin": "RU", "year_introduced": 2018, "barrel_length_mm": 420, "weight_empty_g": 3600, "action_type": "gas_operated_long_stroke"}