The AK-12 (Russian: "Avtomat Kalashnikova, 2012" – GRAU index 6P70) is a Russian gas-operated assault rifle chambered in 5.45×39mm, designed and manufactured by Kalashnikov Concern (formerly Izhmash), making it the fifth generation of Kalashnikov rifles. [7]

The Kalashnikov Concern has created a new assault rifle for Russia’s Spec Ops units - the AK-12SP. The novelty was unveiled during the ‘Army 2021’ military expo outside Moscow in late August ...

The AK Alfa FSB is a unique modification for urban operations in the dark. The complete “body kit” costs around $4,000 — four times as much as the original AK-105.

Sep 3, 2021 · During the ARMY-2021 exhibition, Kalashnikov Concern introduced two new versions of the AK-12 rifle designed to meet the requirements of Russian special forces. The new rifles are called AK-12SP (АК-12СП) and AK-12SPK (АК-12СПК).

Dec 6, 2021 · But captured weapons—especially AK variants—quickly became important parts of U.S. Army Special Forces and U.S. Navy SEAL Teams’ combat arsenals. These new additions offered a number of...

Mar 24, 2020 · In fact, the only way to readily identify them as Russian forces was by their distinctive, Kalashnikov AK-105 carbines. There are also Russian special operations forces assigned to the Federal Security Service (FSB), including Spetsgruppa (“Special Groups”) Alfa (“Alpha”), Vympel (“Pennant”), and Smerch (“Whirlwind.”)

Jan 29, 2018 · Newest family of Kalashnikov assault rifles, the 5.45mm AK-12 and 7.62mm AK-15, are officially approved and recommended by Russian Ministry of Defense for issue to Infantry, Airborne and Naval infantry troops of Russian Armed Forces.

Nov 12, 2019 · Kalashnikov Concern has delivered more than 700 latest Kalashnikov AK-12 assault rifles for Russian Special Operations Forces. The new rifles entered service with the Southern Military District forces stationed in the Krasnodar Territory.

At the ARMY 2021 forum, the Kalashnikov Group will introduce the AK-12SP rifle, modified to meet the requirements of the Russian Ministry of Defense.

Jun 22, 2023 · Russia's newly announced AK-12 assault rifle will be "much more versatile" than the famed AK-47, one expert has said, as Russia prepares to roll out the upgraded model to its armed forces in...