AK-47 vs FN F2000

1949–Present

2001–Present

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

~150,000 estimated

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

790 mm (31.1 in) with stock folded, 860 mm (33.9 in) extended

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 compact variants

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

2.95 kg (6.5 lb) empty, 3.45 kg (7.6 lb) loaded

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

30 rounds standard STANAG, 20‑round and 40‑round drum options

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

Short‑stroke gas piston, rotating bolt, closed bolt

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

Two‑stage military trigger with fire‑selector lever

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

Integrated 1.5× optical sight (foldable), backup iron sights, optional Picatinny rail for reflex or night sights