Class: ILLEGAL AK74, AKS74U

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Manufacturer: IZHMASH
Caliber: 5.45x39mm
Class: Illegal
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Description: An old design based on the reputable AK47, the AK74 was an improvement upon the original design, while just as widespread and easy to manufacture. Often and easily traded on the illegal markets, the AK74 has become a staple assault rifle amongst criminal societies due to its low cost, low maintenance, and easy availability. A drawback is that the ammunition is not compliant with GSAF standards, and thus is manufactured in much smaller quantities.

The AKS74U (the "U" suffix means"Ukorochennyj" in Russian means "Shortened" in English) is a similar design to the AK74. Originally designed for use by vehicle and weapon crews of the USSR, the AKS74U offers the stopping power of a fully fledged assault rifle, with the size of a submachine gun; terrorist groups have especially taken a liking to the weapon for those aspects, and have been able to efficiently stow them for concealed transportation and later use.