Specifications

Weapon type:

Semi-automatic rifle

Weight:

3.85 kg (8.5 lbs)

Calibre:

7.62x39mm

Effective range:

400 m (437 yd)

Designed:

1943-1945

Designer:

Sergei Gavrilovich Simonov

Manufacturer:

Tula Arms Plant and various factories across communist bloc countries

Number produced:

Over 15 million

Action:

Gas-operated, tilting bolt

In service:

1945-1970s (military), still in use by civilians worldwide

Muzzle velocity:

735 m/s (2,411 ft/s)

Bullets:

123 grain steel core with copper jacket, also in commercial hunting variant

Capacity:

10-round fixed magazine

The SKS-45 is a classic Soviet semi-automatic carbine that offers a piece of military history with practical shooting experience. The rifle's simple mechanics and legendary reliability make it an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced shooters.

With its distinctive wooden stock and folding bayonet, the SKS delivers impressive accuracy at medium ranges and manageable recoil. The 7.62x39mm round provides substantial stopping power while remaining controllable, making this historical firearm a fascinating and enjoyable shooting experience.

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