The AK-47, also known as the Kalashnikov, is a gas-operated

The AK-47, also known as the Kalashnikov, is a gas-operated, 7.62×39mm caliber select-fire, automatic and semi-automatic rifle developed in the Soviet Union by Sergeant Major of the Red Army, Mikhail Kalashnikov.

It became widely recognized and used around the world for its reliability, simplicity, and ease of manufacture. The name "AK-47" is derived from the Russian words "Avtomat Kalashnikova" (Russian: Автомат Калашникова) in honor of its designer and the year of its inception, 1947. It is one of the most produced firearms in history and has been adopted by numerous military forces and guerrilla groups due to its robust design and relatively