Accuracy International AXMC vs AK-47

2010–Present

1949–Present

~15,000 estimated

Approximately 100,000,000+ units (including all variants and licensed copies)

1,050 mm (41.3 in) with stock extended, 970 mm (38.2 in) with stock collapsed

870 mm (34.3 in) with stock extended, 640 mm (25.2 in) with stock folded (rifle with folding stock)

406 mm (16 in) standard, 508 mm (20 in) optional for .338 Lapua, 254 mm (10 in) for .308 variants

415 mm (16.3 in) standard, 375 mm (14.8 in) for AKM shortened models

5.6 kg (12.3 lb) empty, 6.2 kg (13.7 lb) with 20‑round .338 Lapua magazine

3.47 kg (7.7 lb) empty, 4.3 kg (9.5 lb) loaded with 30‑round magazine

10‑round detachable box standard for .308/.300 Win Mag, 5‑round for .338 Lapua, 7‑round for .300 Norma Magnum

30 rounds standard detachable box, 10‑round magazine for civilian use, 40‑round drum, 75‑round drum (rare)

Bolt‑action with three‑locking‑lugs, 60° bolt lift, interchangeable bolt head for different cartridges, fully enclosed receiver

Gas‑operated, long‑stroke piston, rotating bolt, closed bolt

Adjustable two‑stage trigger, pull weight 0.5–1.0 kg (1.1–2.2 lb) selectable

Single‑stage military trigger with selector lever for safe, semi‑auto, and full‑auto

Standard: detachable Picatinny rail for optics, optional low‑power variable 1‑10× scope; backup: flip‑up iron sights on detachable rail

Adjustable rear notch (range 100–1000 m) and hooded front post; some models equipped with side‑mounted night sights