The Facts: differences between AK47 and AK74
It is an undeniable fact that weapons and arsenals are among such interesting topics which most of the people from all around the world like to discuss. Some sophisticated weapons like AK-47 and AK-74 are also not an exception to it. The AK47 riffle Both AK-47 and AK-74 fall in the category of assault rifles. Although the category of both the rifles is identical but there are many disparities between them in terms of production history, specifications and features. The place of origin of both the rifles is the same i.e. Soviet Union but AK-47 is older in comparison of AK-74. It came into service in the year 1949, while AK-74 came into services in the year 1974. Both these rifles are in service at present. The AK74 riffle Both AK-47 and AK-74 were designed by the same person but manufactured by Izhmash and Izhevsk Mechanical Works respectively. The weight of AK-47 rifle is 4.3kg (excluding the magazine). The weight of AK-74 will vary as per different models. The weigh...