Kalashnikov rifle: The Kalashnikov assault rifle 1974 model by

The Kalashnikov assault rifle 1974 model by Izhmash, Russia (AK-74) The logo that is currently being used by Kalashnikov Concern to represent its series of AK-branded rifles . Kalashnikov rifles (Russian: Автоматы Калашникова), also known as the AK platform, AK rifles , or simply the AK, are a family of assault rifles based on Mikhail Kalashnikov 's original design. They are officially known in Russian as avtomat Kalashnikova (Russian: автомат Калашникова ... The AK-47, or AK as it is officially known (Russian: Автома́т Кала́шникова, tr. Avtomát Kaláshnikova, lit. Kalashnikov ’s Automatic Rifle ), also known as the Kalashnikov , is a gas-operated, 7.62×39mm assault rifle , developed in the Soviet Union by Mikhail Kalashnikov . It is the originating firearm of the Kalashnikov rifle (or “AK”) family. Design work on the AK-47 began in 1945. In 1946, the AK-47 was presented for official military trials, and in 1948, the fixed ... Kalashnikov rifles (Russian: Калашников) or AK rifles are a family of assault rifles based on the original design of Mikhail Kalashnikov . They are officially known in Russian as avtomat Kalashnikova (Russian: автомат Калашникова), and informally as "kalash" in Russian. The research investigates the global spread and influence of Kalashnikov rifles , analyzing their widespread adoption by military forces and non-state actors.