AK-105
- Category
- Carbine
- Barrel
- 314 mm
- Weight, empty
- 3.20 kg
- Introduced
- 1995
About
What it is, and why it matters
The AK-105 is a select-fire carbine chambered in 5.45x39mm, produced by Kalashnikov Concern (formerly Izhmash) since 1995. 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 3200g (112.9 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-105 was designed as a modern replacement for the iconic AKS-74U 'Krinkov', offering a significantly longer barrel (314mm vs 210mm) that maintains rifle-level ballistic performance while the AKS-74U's extreme compactness came at the cost of substantial velocity loss.
The AK-105 fills the compact 5.45mm role in the AK-100 family, complementing the AK-101 (5.56mm), AK-103/104 (7.62mm), and standard AK-74M. Unlike the earlier AKS-74U which was classified as a submachine gun due to its extremely short 206mm barrel, the AK-105's 314mm barrel maintains rifle-level performance. The solid polymer stock provides better structural integrity than the skeleton stock of the AKS-74U. Compatible with all standard AK-74 30-round magazines and 45-round RPK-74 magazines. Adopted by Russian Airborne Forces and special units for operations requiring compact weaponry without sacrificing the 5.45mm cartridge's superior ballistics over pistol calibers.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Kalashnikov Concern
- Category
- Carbine
- Country
- Russia
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 1995
- Variant of
- Compact
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 314 mm
- Overall length
- 824 mm
- Height
- 189 mm
- Weight, empty
- 3.20 kg
- Weight, loaded
- 3.50 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
- 840 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 1212 J
- Effective range
- 400 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
Grenade launcher compatible
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 409 carbines | 3.20 kg | 3.00 kg | Heavier than about 70% |
| Overall lengthAmong 407 carbines | 824 mm | 895 mm | Shorter than about 80% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 423 carbines | 314 mm | 406 mm | Shorter than about 80% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 423 carbines | 30 | 21 | Holds more rounds than about 80% |
Answers
Questions about the AK-105
How much does the AK-105 weigh?
The AK-105 weighs 3.20 kg (7.05 lb) empty and 3.50 kg (7.72 lb) loaded.
What caliber is the AK-105?
The AK-105 is chambered in 5.45x39mm.
How many rounds does the AK-105 hold?
The AK-105 holds 30 rounds, fed from a detachable box magazine.
How long is the AK-105?
The AK-105 is 824 mm (32.4 in) long overall, with a 314 mm (12.4 in) barrel.
Who makes the AK-105?
The AK-105 is made by Kalashnikov Concern (Russia).
When was the AK-105 introduced?
The AK-105 was introduced in 1995.
How does the AK-105 operate?
The AK-105 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
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In service
- Russian Armed Forces
- 2001
- Russian Airborne Forces (VDV)
- 2001
Provenance
Confidence in this record
83%
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API
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