AK-74
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[edit] General Factual Information*
Country Of Origin: Soviet Union, Russia
- Year Of Introduction: 1974
- Caliber: 5.45 x 39 mm
- Feed System: Magazine
- Rate Of Fire: 600 - 650 rounds per minute
- Weights: 3.3 kg
- Length: 943 mm
[edit] Factual Overview*
The AK-74 assault rifle is the modernized version of the AK-47 developed in 1974, chambered in a smaller cartridge (5.45 x 39 mm vs. 7.62 x 39 mm). The weapon went into mass-production in 1976. The newest variant, the AK-74M, is the main service rifle for the Russian Federation armed forces and has been since the early 1990's.
When it first appeared, the AK-74 was assumed to be a limited-production version to equip special forces. In reality, the Soviet Union was to mass-produce this rifle to replace their inventory of AKM weapons en masse.
Like its parent AK-47 and AKM weapons, the AK-74 is a magazine-fed, selective-fire, intermediate caliber assault rifle with a rigid piston gas system and rotating bolt locking mechanism. The stamped sheet metal receiver is borrowed from the earlier AKM. The AK-74 has other differences from the AKM, notably the distinctive muzzle brake. This muzzle brake drastically cuts the already mild recoil and muzzle climb of the AK-74 but has the negative effect of increasing noise and muzzle blast. Current production versions also employ a mounting rail on the left side of the receiver for fixing a telescopic or night vision sight.
[edit] In-game Specs (see Weapon Settings)
| {{{image}}} | |
| Type | machinegun |
|---|---|
| Ammo | 40 |
| Fire interval | 10 |
| Reload Time | 150 |
| Speed/Damage | 240/103 |
| Bink | 16 |
| MovementAcc | 2 |
| Start up time | 0 |
[edit] Soldat Information
The AK-74 can be a great and deadly weapon when in the right hands. On the offensive be sure to keep a full clip when possible, especially when nearing enemy territory. Shoot with short bursts of 5 or 6 shots at a time to maintain control and accuracy. With 40 rounds, the AK-74 can easily take out 2 or 3 enemies per magazine. Many may find this weapon a great balance compared to the weaker, but quicker HK MP5 and Steyr AUG as well as the stronger, yet slower FN Minimi.
Non-Soldat related information (noted with asterisk) taken from ar15.com.
