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1/8/2008 2:31:14 PM EDT
OK, help me out here with the terminology. I just got reams on another board for calling a Sar-1 an AK-47 not an AKM. Also, what is an AKMS? I know a true AK-47 is a type 3 firearm but I dont think thats what this guy was talking about.  
1/8/2008 2:41:06 PM EDT
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Google in 1 sec.  More information is availble but I don't want to search and post links right now.

world.guns.ru/assault/as01-e.htm

Kalashnikov variants include:


1952 AK-47AK-47 1948–51, 7.62x39mm — The very earliest models, with the Type 1 stamped sheet metal receiver, are now very rare.
AK-47 1952, 7.62x39mm — Has a milled receiver and wooden buttstock and handguard. Barrel and chamber are chrome plated to resist corrosion. Rifle weight is 4.2 kg (9.3 lb).
AKS-47 — Featured a downward-folding metal stock similar to that of the German MP40, for use in the restricted space in the BMP infantry combat vehicle.
RPK, 7.62x39mm — Squad automatic rifle version with longer barrel and bipod.
AKM, 7.62x39mm — A simplified, lighter version of the AK-47; Type 4 receiver is made from stamped and riveted sheet metal . A slanted muzzle device was added to counter climb in automatic fire. Rifle weight is 3.61 kg (8 lb) due to the lighter receiver.
AKMS, 7.62x39mm — Folding-stock version of the AKM intended for airborne troops. Stock may be either side- or under-folding
AK-74 series, 5.45x39mm  
AK-101 series
AK-103/AK-104 series
AK-107/AK-108 series

I call them all AKs
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