Kalashnikov Group presented its first prototype of the new 5.45mm MA compact assault rifle

[Zarvan]

Kalashnikov Group, which is incorporated in the State Corporation Rostec,during the international military and technical forum “Army-2016” for the first time presented the prototype of the new 5.45mm compact assault rifle MA, which weights no more than 2.5kg without magazine

The MA compact assault rifle is an initiative development of Kalashnikov Group. It is intended as a Personal Defense Weapon for military vehicle and crew-served weapons crews, as well as a lightweight CQB weapon for Special Forces. When folded, MA’s overall length does not excess 50 cm, which is about 20cm shorter than standard-issue AK-74M with stock folded.

«During development of new small arms we are closely interacting with our most competent users, combat personnel from Russian Armed and Law Enforcement forces” - remarked Alexey Krivorucko, “Kalashnikov” CEO. - We are sure that MA concept will be in high demand from our Military and LE customers, because its light weight and small size makes this gun very handy during various Special Operations”.

Design of the 5.45mm MA compact assault rifle uses the most modern materials and ergonomic features. Unlike traditional Kalashnikov assault rifles, MA has an inverted-U shaped compact steel receiver which hosts bolt group. This ensures that integrated Picatinny rail at the top is always properly aligned with the barrel and no re-sighting of any scope or sight would be required after hard use or disassembly and maintenance.

MA uses short-stroke gas piston operated action with rotary bolt locking. The lower receiver is made from polymer and is integral with magazine housing, trigger housing and pistol grip.

Rifle features ambidextrous control and side-folding adjustable plastic shoulder stock. For special operations, it can be issued with quick-detachable tactical sound suppressor.

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