Russia Completes Testing of AM-17 Compact Assault Rifle in Preparation to Replace AKS-74U in Russian Army

 The Kalashnikov Concern announced on November 2, 2024, that it has completed state trials of its latest compact assault rifle, the AM-17. With the testing phase now concluded, the company is focusing on finalizing documentation and formalizing results to secure the "O1" certification, a crucial step for the rifle’s integration into Russian military service to replace the AKS-74U. Alan Lushnikov, President of JSC Kalashnikov Concern and member of the Union of Machine Builders of Russia’s bureau, shared this advancement with Russian media during an event honoring the International Day of Military Journalists.

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The AM-17 was developed at the Kalashnikov Design and Technology Center to meet current standards for automatic weaponry. (Picture source: Kalashnikov)

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