The Russian maker of the AK-47 unveiled a new rifle on Monday called the AK-308. Chambered in 7.62x51mm, the AK-308 assault rifle is based on the AK-103, with “elements and components of the AK-12 automatic machine,” the English translation of the Russian press release states. It sports a 16.3-inch barrel; weighs 9.4 pounds with an empty magazine; and has a 20-round magazine capacity.

New calibre standards are also used in NATO countries.

“At the moment, preparations are under way for preliminary testing of weapons,” Kalashnikov added.

The AK-308 weighs about 9 1/2 pounds with an empty 20-round magazine, Kalashnikov said. In addition, the AK-308 rifle uses a dioptre sight and can be installed with a bayonet knife. The overall length of the rifle measures between 34.6 inches to 37 inches.

Kalashnikov AK-308 Rifle Specs

Calibre: 7.62 mm

Applied ammunition: 7.62×51 mm

Weight (with magazine, without cartridges): 4.3 kg

Overall length / with bayonet knife: 880-940 / 1045-1105 mm

Length with folded butt: 690 mm

Barrel length: 415 mm

Height: 242 mm

Width: 72 mm

Butt type: Foldable, adjustable in length for 4 positions.

Store capacity: 20 cartridges

Type of aiming device: Dioptric