AAC Honey Badger vs AK4D

2011–Present

1998–Present

~10,000 units estimated

~2,500 units (estimated)

16.5 in (420 mm) stock collapsed, 20.5 in (520 mm) stock extended

950 mm (37.4 in) with stock extended, 770 mm (30.3 in) folded

10.5 in (267 mm) (suppressor attached adds ~2.5 in)

508 mm (20 in) standard, 406 mm (16 in) for AK4 base model

6.5 lb (2.95 kg) empty, 7.5 lb (3.40 kg) with suppressor attached

3.45 kg (7.6 lb) empty, 3.75 kg (8.3 lb) with bipod and optics

30‑round standard STANAG, 10‑ and 20‑round options available

30 rounds standard STANAG, 20/40 round magazines compatible

Short‑stroke gas piston, rotating bolt, AR‑15 derived platform

Short‑stroke gas piston, rotating bolt, closed‑bolt operation

Mil‑spec single‑stage trigger (optional two‑stage upgrade)

Two‑stage military trigger, adjustable pull weight for designated‑marksman role

Low‑profile flip‑up iron sights (front post, rear aperture) with full‑length Picatinny rail for optics

Standard AK4 iron sights (adjustable rear aperture, hooded front post) plus provision for 4×24 telescopic sight and optional flip‑up night sights