AK-47 vs Steyr ACR

1949–Present

1989–1994

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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