AK-102
- Category
- Carbine
- Barrel
- 314 mm
- Weight, empty
- 3.00 kg
- Introduced
- 1994
About
What it is, and why it matters
The AK-102 is a select-fire carbine chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, produced by Kalashnikov Concern (formerly Izhmash) since 1994. 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 carbine offers generous firepower for duty use and home defense. The 12.4-inch barrel maximizes accuracy potential and ballistic performance, making this an excellent choice for target shooting, competition, or field use. At 3000g (105.8 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 AK-102 is the smallest of the NATO-caliber AK-100 series, designed to give vehicle crews and special operators in 5.56mm-standard countries a compact Kalashnikov option without sacrificing magazine compatibility with their existing NATO ammunition stocks.
The AK-102 is the compact counterpart to the full-length AK-101, mirroring the relationship between the AK-104 and AK-103 (7.62mm) or AK-105 and AK-74M (5.45mm). The shorter 314mm barrel reduces muzzle velocity by approximately 8% compared to the AK-101's 920 m/s. Manufactured exclusively for export by Izhmash in Izhevsk, Russia. The rifle feeds from proprietary 30-round fiberglass-reinforced polymer magazines designed for 5.56mm but maintains dimensional compatibility with AK-74-pattern magazine wells. Compatible with standard AK accessories including optics rails and grenade launchers.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Kalashnikov Concern
- Category
- Carbine
- Country
- Russia
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 1994
- Variant of
- Compact
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 314 mm
- Overall length
- 824 mm
- Height
- 189 mm
- Weight, empty
- 3.00 kg
- Weight, loaded
- 3.33 kg
ActionHow it cycles, what trips it, and what feeds it.
- Action
- Gas operated long stroke
- Firing mechanism
- Hammer fired
- Trigger
- Single 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
- Blued
BallisticsFrom the service cartridge, not a handload.
- Muzzle velocity
- 850 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 1452 J
- Effective range
- 500 m
- Maximum range
- 900 m
- Rate of fire
- 600 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.
Chrome lined barrel
Chrome lined chamber
Muzzle brake compensator
Rotating bolt
Select fire
Side folding stock
Compact carbine- Nato caliber export variant
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 141 5.56x45mm NATO carbines | 3.00 kg | 2.95 kg | Heavier than about 60% |
| Overall lengthAmong 144 5.56x45mm NATO carbines | 824 mm | 838 mm | Shorter than about 60% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 150 5.56x45mm NATO carbines | 314 mm | 406 mm | Shorter than about 80% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 150 5.56x45mm NATO carbines | 30 | 30 | Near the median |
Answers
Questions about the AK-102
How much does the AK-102 weigh?
The AK-102 weighs 3.00 kg (6.61 lb) empty and 3.33 kg (7.34 lb) loaded.
What caliber is the AK-102?
The AK-102 is chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO.
How many rounds does the AK-102 hold?
The AK-102 holds 30 rounds, fed from a detachable box magazine.
How long is the AK-102?
The AK-102 is 824 mm (32.4 in) long overall, with a 314 mm (12.4 in) barrel.
Who makes the AK-102?
The AK-102 is made by Kalashnikov Concern (Russia).
When was the AK-102 introduced?
The AK-102 was introduced in 1994.
How does the AK-102 operate?
The AK-102 uses a gas operated long stroke action, and its firing mechanism is hammer fired.
Compatibility
Which parts fit this firearm
Studio
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- Interface standards, platforms and fit overrides
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Provenance
What the record holds
Every figure above was taken from one of these pages. The confidence reflects how much of the record came from a page a claim can be checked against.
In service
- Indian Armed Forces
- India
- Indonesian Armed Forces
- Indonesia
- Malaysian Armed Forces
- Malaysia
- Venezuelan Armed Forces
- Venezuela
- Uruguayan Armed Forces
- Uruguay
Provenance
Confidence in this record
84%
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API
The call that returns this record
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