Accuracy International L96A1 vs AK4D

1985–Present

1998–Present

~30,000 estimated

~2,500 units (estimated)

1,180 mm (46.5 in) with stock extended, 1,050 mm (41.3 in) with stock collapsed

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

508 mm (20 in) standard, 457 mm (18 in) for some export variants

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

5.5 kg (12.1 lb) empty, 6.2 kg (13.7 lb) with optics and accessories

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

10‑round detachable box magazine standard, 5‑round options available

30 rounds standard STANAG, 20/40 round magazines compatible

Bolt‑action, three‑locking lug, controlled round feed, free‑floating barrel mounted to chassis

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

Two‑stage, adjustable pull weight, fully ambidextrous safety

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

Standard: detachable Picatinny rail for optics; optional: backup iron sights (fold‑up aperture rear, post front)

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