AK-19
- Category
- Assault Rifle
- Barrel
- 415 mm
- Weight, empty
- 3.60 kg
- Introduced
- 2021
About
What it is, and why it matters
The AK-19 is a select-fire assault rifle chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, produced by Kalashnikov Concern since 2021. 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 16.3-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.
Unveiled at the 2021 IDEX defense exhibition in Abu Dhabi, the AK-19 represents Kalashnikov's latest bid to capture NATO-caliber export markets, superseding the 1990s-era AK-101 with all the ergonomic improvements of the AK-12 generation.
The AK-19 supersedes the AK-101 as Kalashnikov's premium 5.56mm NATO export offering, featuring the same fourth-generation improvements as the AK-12 and AK-15 adopted by the Russian military. Key improvements over the AK-101 include the free-floating handguard (reducing barrel harmonics interference for better accuracy), rigidly fixed receiver cover (improving optics zero retention), and the birdcage-type flash hider with integrated suppressor mount (replacing the AK-74-style muzzle brake). Marketed through Rosoboronexport for nations using NATO-standard ammunition. The increased rate of fire (700 rpm vs 650 rpm on AK-101) reflects the updated gas system shared with the AK-12 family. No confirmed military adoptions as of 2024, though the rifle is being actively promoted at international defense exhibitions.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Kalashnikov Concern
- Category
- Assault Rifle
- Country
- Russia
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 2021
- Variant of
- Export
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 415 mm
- Overall length
- 935 mm
- Weight, empty
- 3.60 kg
- Weight, loaded
- 3.95 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
- Matte black
BallisticsFrom the service cartridge, not a handload.
- Muzzle velocity
- 920 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 1700 J
- Effective range
- 800 m
- Maximum range
- 1100 m
- Rate of fire
- 700 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
Rotating bolt
Select fire
Adjustable folding stock
Picatinny rail top
Picatinny rail sides
Aperture rear sight
Free floating handguard
Birdcage flash hider
Suppressor compatible- Nato caliber export variant
- Ak-12 derived ergonomics
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 158 5.56x45mm NATO assault rifles | 3.60 kg | 3.60 kg | Near the median |
| Overall lengthAmong 156 5.56x45mm NATO assault rifles | 935 mm | 920 mm | Longer than about 60% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 157 5.56x45mm NATO assault rifles | 415 mm | 449 mm | Shorter than about 60% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 158 5.56x45mm NATO assault rifles | 30 | 30 | Near the median |
Answers
Questions about the AK-19
How much does the AK-19 weigh?
The AK-19 weighs 3.60 kg (7.94 lb) empty and 3.95 kg (8.71 lb) loaded.
What caliber is the AK-19?
The AK-19 is chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO.
How many rounds does the AK-19 hold?
The AK-19 holds 30 rounds, fed from a detachable box magazine.
How long is the AK-19?
The AK-19 is 935 mm (36.8 in) long overall, with a 415 mm (16.3 in) barrel.
Who makes the AK-19?
The AK-19 is made by Kalashnikov Concern (Russia).
When was the AK-19 introduced?
The AK-19 was introduced in 2021.
How does the AK-19 operate?
The AK-19 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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- 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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Provenance
Confidence in this record
82%
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API
The call that returns this record
The same fields, in the same units, from the same endpoint the page reads.
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