Contains the most complete and up-to-date examination of the famed Kalashnikov rifle yet. Provides a part-by-part examination of the AK-47 and AK-74 rifles and describes in detail all the major variations between the 7.62 x 39 mm AK-47 and ARM. Also the 5.45 x 39 mm AK-74, AK-74M and AKS-74U, and the new Century series AK-101 THRU AK-108 rifles and submachine guns now being produced in the Russian Federation. A complete history of the rifle's development, descriptions and use of purpose-built telescopic sights for the Kalashnikov rifles, accessories and tools issued to the soldier, ammunition carriers from vests to pouches, and various types of Soviet and Russian ammunition. S/C. 194p.