AK-47 vs AK4D

1949–Present

1998–Present

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

~2,500 units (estimated)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

30 rounds standard STANAG, 20/40 round magazines compatible

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

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

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

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

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

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