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AKS-74U
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| AKS-74U | |
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| Country Of Origin | Soviet Union |
| Weight | 8.75lbs |
| Used By | Russia |
| Rate Of Fire | 800 Rounds/Min |
| Effective Range | 150m |
| Maximum Range | 200m |
| Length | 30.5in |
| Cartridge | 5.45x39mm |
The AKSU-74 is a shortened version of the assault rifle and features a compact overall design, foldable butt-stock and a 30-round detachable plastic box magazine. Knowledge of the submachine form reached Western sources in 1983, during which the system was fielded against Afghan guerillas in the Soviet-Afghan War.
