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Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by kellybently(op): 7:53am On Jan 16, 2022
In fact the AK74 is more popular than the AK47. However, most people mistake any AK model as the AK47.

AK47


If you’ll note, just in the magazine is a groove. Receivers on the AK47 were milled, and that groove is fairly distinct for an AK47.

AKM


In 1959, the AKM was introduced, featuring a stamped receiver, making it both easier to manufacture and lighter by about 2 pounds. If you’ll note, that groove above the magazine is now an indent. Further, the AKM featured an angled muzzle device, and a changed stock shape.

AK74


In 1974 the AK74 was introduced, firing 5.45x39 instead of 7.62x39. The stock now has a groove, and there is an improved muzzle device. Additionally, the magazine, while still curved, is straighter than the 7.62x39 mags. They were also slightly modified so that you could not stick an AK74 mag in an AKM or AK47.

Now, there are a plethora of AK pattern weapons available worldwide. However, most versions are derivatives of either the AKM or the AK74.

Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by walosky(m): 7:56am On Jan 16, 2022
So na which one herdsmen Dey use?

Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by matrix199(m): 8:05am On Jan 16, 2022
"I'd rather have a gun and not need it, than need it and not have it."
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by Lawlab251: 8:06am On Jan 16, 2022
Ok
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by chigoziri2403(m): 8:48am On Jan 16, 2022
Structurally there's no much difference
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by Blazebond(m): 9:08am On Jan 16, 2022
They are triplets,but Na Ak47 popular pass,if dem like make dem produce AK2022,na AK47 we go still call am.
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by rottenPussy: 9:10am On Jan 16, 2022
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Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by ruggedtimi(m): 9:22am On Jan 16, 2022
The general term for them is Ak47...just like nigerians call every SUV "jeep"
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by AgentGoat: 9:40am On Jan 16, 2022
Na the same thing.
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by Haakeem(m): 10:12am On Jan 16, 2022
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Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by Emecson(m): 10:19am On Jan 16, 2022
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Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by Haakeem(m): 10:22am On Jan 16, 2022
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Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by Tonymegabush1(m): 10:57am On Jan 16, 2022
Gun na gun. Just shoot your enemy once you are under attack of been killed
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by ashawopikin(m): 11:22am On Jan 16, 2022
walosky:
So na which one herdsmen Dey use?
akm and ak47
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by Nobody: 11:25am On Jan 16, 2022
It's popular. Many people just don't know the difference. They end up calling all AKs AK47s.
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by Uyi168: 11:40am On Jan 16, 2022
kellybently:
In fact the AK74 is more popular than the AK47. However, most people mistake any AK model as the AK47.

AK47


If you’ll note, just in the magazine is a groove. Receivers on the AK47 were milled, and that groove is fairly distinct for an AK47.

AKM


In 1959, the AKM was introduced, featuring a stamped receiver, making it both easier to manufacture and lighter by about 2 pounds. If you’ll note, that groove above the magazine is now an indent. Further, the AKM featured an angled muzzle device, and a changed stock shape.

AK74


In 1974 the AK74 was introduced, firing 5.45x39 instead of 7.62x39. The stock now has a groove, and there is an improved muzzle device. Additionally, the magazine, while still curved, is straighter than the 7.62x39 mags. They were also slightly modified so that you could not stick an AK74 mag in an AKM or AK47.

Now, there are a plethora of AK pattern weapons available worldwide. However, most versions are derivatives of either the AKM or the AK74.
..
U didn't do much to differentiate between these models.
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by wiseone28: 11:49am On Jan 16, 2022
Op why you dey call all seasoning Maggi?


Or all noodles Indomie?

Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by ALLNIGERIANSMAD(m): 12:21pm On Jan 16, 2022
Every nigerians should have this guns be it 47 or 74, which ever one, all with enough amo
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by LILTJAY1: 12:47pm On Jan 16, 2022
what I need is an uzi cool
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by ABCthingx:
LILTJAY1:
what I need is an uzi cool
No be mini militia o. AK gat your back
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by GreatAxeMan: 2:52pm On Jan 16, 2022
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Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by PapaNnamdi: 3:23pm On Jan 16, 2022
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Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by thelegend1(m): 4:13pm On Jan 16, 2022
walosky:
So na which one herdsmen Dey use?
From AA reports and pictures, they predominantly use the AKM and AK47
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by robinso01(m): 4:39pm On Jan 16, 2022
The op didn't really mention a very visible difference among the guns.
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by offset67(m): 4:55pm On Jan 16, 2022
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Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by agentarcher(m): 5:13pm On Jan 16, 2022
ruggedtimi:
The general term for them is Ak47...just like nigerians call every SUV "jeep"
You are very wrong.
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by agentarcher(m): 5:16pm On Jan 16, 2022
ruggedtimi:
The general term for them is Ak47...just like nigerians call every SUV "jeep"
The AK-47, officially known as the Avtomat Kalashnikova, is a gas-operated assault rifle that is chambered for the 7.62×39mm cartridge. Developed in the Soviet Union by Russian small-arms designer Mikhail Kalashnikov, it is the originating firearm of the Kalashnikov family of rifles
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by agentarcher(m): 5:18pm On Jan 16, 2022
It's over here that it's not popular. AK-47 is more popular here due to the price range and ease of access to it.
Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by Nobody: 5:26pm On Jan 16, 2022
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Re: Why Is The AK-74 Not As Popular As The AK-47? by TheABOMINATION: 6:26pm On Jan 16, 2022
Because AK-47 sounds better than AK-74
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