{"id":3772,"date":"2025-09-17T08:44:15","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T08:44:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/wiki\/ak-105-power-and-mobility-in-5-45-mm\/"},"modified":"2025-09-17T08:51:48","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T08:51:48","slug":"ak-105-power-and-mobility-in-5-45-mm","status":"publish","type":"wiki","link":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wiki\/ak-105-power-and-mobility-in-5-45-mm\/","title":{"rendered":"AK-105 | Power and mobility in 5.45 mm"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Introduction<\/h2>

TheAK-105<\/strong> is a compact assault rifle from the AK 100 series, developed by Izhmash<\/strong> in the 1990s. Chambered in 5.45\u00d739 mm<\/strong>, it is positioned as a shorter version of the AK-74M, designed for special forces, airborne units and armored personnel<\/strong> requiring a reliable, light and maneuverable weapon. <\/p>

This model retains all the legendary robustness of the Kalashnikov platform, while bringing a significant reduction in size<\/strong>, making shooting in confined spaces more efficient, without sacrificing rate of fire or lethality.<\/p>

Development and positioning<\/h2>

The AK-105 was an integral part of the modernization of the AK range in the 1990s, which gave rise to the 100 series (AK-101 to AK-105).<\/p>

The aim of this program was to offer modernized versions of the AK-74 and AKM for :<\/p>

  • Russian armed forces<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

  • export customers<\/strong><\/p><\/li><\/ul>

    The AK-105 is based on the mechanics of the AK-74M, but with :<\/p>

    • a barrel shortened<\/strong> to 314 mm<\/p><\/li>

    • a laterally folding stock<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

    • AKS-74U muzzle brake<\/strong> to compensate for recoil on short barrels<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

      Its compactness makes it the weapon of choice for mobility and urban environments.<\/p>

      Technical data<\/h2>
      Element<\/th>Detail<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
      Caliber<\/td>5.45\u00d739 mm<\/td><\/tr>
      Length<\/td>824 mm (stock extended), 604 mm (folded)<\/td><\/tr>
      Barrel length<\/td>314 mm<\/td><\/tr>
      Weight<\/td>~ 3.2 kg (without charger)<\/td><\/tr>
      Capacity<\/td>30-shot magazines<\/td><\/tr>
      Firing rate<\/td>~ 600 shots\/min<\/td><\/tr>
      Mechanism<\/td>Gas borrowing, rotary cylinder head<\/td><\/tr>
      Effective range<\/td>Up to 500 m<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

      Ergonomics and operation<\/h2>

      The AK-105 remains true to Kalashnikov’s tried-and-tested<\/strong> long-travel piston gas-borrowing system<\/strong>. It is renowned for : <\/p>

      • extreme reliability<\/strong> in tough conditions<\/p><\/li>

      • easy maintenance<\/strong>, even in hostile environments<\/p><\/li>

      • simple, robust construction<\/strong><\/p><\/li><\/ul>

        The weapon is equipped with :<\/p>

        • polymer handguard<\/strong>, often modifiable with tactical rails<\/p><\/li>

        • side rail<\/strong> for mounting optics<\/p><\/li>

        • effective muzzle brake<\/strong>, essential for stability with a shortened barrel<\/p><\/li>

        • classic<\/strong> but reliable mechanical sights<\/strong> <\/p><\/li><\/ul>

          Comparison with other 100 series models<\/h2>
          Model<\/th>Caliber<\/th>Barrel length<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
          AK-105<\/td>5.45\u00d739 mm<\/td>314 mm<\/td><\/tr>
          AK-74M<\/td>5.45\u00d739 mm<\/td>415 mm<\/td><\/tr>
          AK-104<\/td>7.62\u00d739 mm<\/td>314 mm<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

          The AK-105 is the compact<\/strong> equivalent of the AK-74M<\/strong>, just as the AK-104 is for the AKM. It offers superior maneuverability, at the price of a slight reduction in effective range. <\/p>

          Usage and deployment<\/h2>

          The rifle is mainly used by :<\/p>

          • mobile and airborne units<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

          • security and police forces<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

          • tactical teams operating in urban areas<\/strong><\/p><\/li><\/ul>

            Its strengths:<\/p>

            • compact, ideal<\/strong> for vehicle or building missions<\/p><\/li>

            • moderate recoil<\/strong>, thanks to 5.45\u00d739 mm calibre<\/p><\/li>

            • simplified logistics<\/strong>, as compatible with all AK-74 magazines<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

              Modernized variants are available with tactical handguards, ergonomic grips, Picatinny or M-LOK rails, and sometimes adaptable telescopic stocks.<\/p>

              Conclusion<\/h2>

              TheAK-105<\/strong> is the ideal solution for operators requiring a reliable, lightweight, short but high-performance rifle<\/strong>. Stemming from the great Kalashnikov tradition, it manages to offer the robustness and<\/strong> mechanical simplicity<\/strong> of the AK in an optimized tactical configuration. <\/p>

              Its adoption by many Russian forces and its proven effectiveness in various theaters of operation make it the weapon of choice for modern urban and mobile conflicts.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"featured_media":3744,"template":"elementor_theme","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"class_list":["post-3772","wiki","type-wiki","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/wiki\/3772","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/wiki"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/wiki"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/wiki\/3772\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3773,"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/wiki\/3772\/revisions\/3773"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3744"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3772"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}