AK-308
- Category
- Battle Rifle
- Barrel
- 415 mm
- Weight, empty
- 4.30 kg
- Introduced
- 2018
About
What it is, and why it matters
The AK-308 is a select-fire battle rifle chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO, produced by Kalashnikov Concern 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 20-round magazine capacity, this battle 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 4300g (151.7 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-308 marks Kalashnikov's first foray into the full-power 7.62 NATO battle rifle market, directly competing with Western designs like the FN SCAR-H and HK417 by adapting the legendary AK operating system for the heavier cartridge.
The AK-308 represents Kalashnikov Concern's entry into the battle rifle market, competing with platforms like the FN SCAR-H and HK417. Uses the same gas-operated long-stroke piston and rotating bolt system as the AK-12 but scaled up for the 7.62x51mm cartridge, resulting in increased weight (4.3 kg empty). The 20-round magazine capacity is typical for 7.62 NATO platforms. Compatible with standard AK-12 series accessories and optics mounts. Primarily marketed for export through Rosoboronexport, with no known domestic Russian military adoption as Russian forces use the 7.62x54mmR for their designated marksman and machine gun roles. The AK-308 may also accept .308 Winchester commercial ammunition.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Kalashnikov Concern
- Category
- Battle Rifle
- Country
- Russia
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 2018
- Variant of
- Different caliber
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 415 mm
- Overall length
- 945 mm
- Weight, empty
- 4.30 kg
- Weight, loaded
- 4.90 kg
ActionHow it cycles, what trips it, and what feeds it.
- Action
- Gas operated long stroke
- Firing mechanism
- Hammer fired
- Trigger
- Single stage
- Capacity
- 20
- 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
- 838 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 3347 J
- Effective range
- 800 m
- Maximum range
- 1200 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
Side folding stock
Adjustable stock
Picatinny rail top
Aperture rear sight- 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 86 7.62x51mm NATO battle rifles | 4.30 kg | 4.30 kg | Near the median |
| Overall lengthAmong 85 7.62x51mm NATO battle rifles | 945 mm | 1025 mm | Shorter than about 90% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 87 7.62x51mm NATO battle rifles | 415 mm | 458 mm | Shorter than about 80% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 87 7.62x51mm NATO battle rifles | 20 | 20 | Near the median |
Answers
Questions about the AK-308
How much does the AK-308 weigh?
The AK-308 weighs 4.30 kg (9.48 lb) empty and 4.90 kg (10.80 lb) loaded.
What caliber is the AK-308?
The AK-308 is chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO.
How many rounds does the AK-308 hold?
The AK-308 holds 20 rounds, fed from a detachable box magazine.
How long is the AK-308?
The AK-308 is 945 mm (37.2 in) long overall, with a 415 mm (16.3 in) barrel.
Who makes the AK-308?
The AK-308 is made by Kalashnikov Concern (Russia).
When was the AK-308 introduced?
The AK-308 was introduced in 2018.
How does the AK-308 operate?
The AK-308 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
Not a list the maker typed out: the answer comes from the mounts this firearm exposes and the interface each part needs, so it stays right when either one changes.
- 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
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.
Provenance
Confidence in this record
80%
Stockists
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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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