Accuracy International Arctic Warfare (AWM) vs AK4D

1993–Present

1998–Present

~15,000 units estimated (including all AWM variants)

~2,500 units (estimated)

1,150 mm (45.3 in) with stock extended; 1,030 mm (40.6 in) with stock collapsed (folding stock models)

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

508 mm (20 in) standard for .338 Lapua Magnum; 406 mm (16 in) for .300 Win Mag variants

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

6.5 kg (14.3 lb) empty (standard model, .338 Lapua); 5.9 kg (13.0 lb) empty for .300 Win Mag version

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

5‑round detachable box magazine standard; optional 10‑round magazines available for .338 Lapua Magnum

30 rounds standard STANAG, 20/40 round magazines compatible

Bolt‑action with three‑locking lugs, 60° bolt lift, fully enclosed receiver; free‑floating heavy barrel with threaded muzzle for suppressor or muzzle brake

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

Adjustable two‑stage trigger, pull weight 1.5–2.5 kg (3.3–5.5 lb), with safety lever on the left side of the receiver

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

Standard: detachable Picatinny rail for optics; optional backup iron sights (fold‑up leaf rear, fixed front post) mounted on the chassis

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