Back in 1991, a new era dawned at the Izhmash factory in Izhevsk as they embarked on a full-scale production of the modernized AK-74M assault rifle. This revamped variant of the classic AK-74 offered heightened versatility over its predecessor. Among its enhancements were a lighter bolt and carrier assembly, curbing the gas piston and bolt carrier impulse during firing. Noteworthy was the introduction of a glass-filled polyamide stock which was considered cutting-edge technology at the time, reminiscent of the classic AK-74 fixed laminated wood stock, but with a unique side-folding mechanism akin to the skeletal AKS-74 buttstock.
That being said, the AK-74M, or rather the AV-74M GBB Airsoft rifle by VFC will be their first foray into Warsaw Pact-era weaponry. Externally, the gun features a tough full-steel construction with parts like the receiver assembly made using stamped steel which is very rigid and durable and is topped off with a simulated surface treatment which gives the AV74M a nice and smooth finish. You can also expect that the engravings and markings on the VFC AK-74M are all there and are highly detailed and period-correct. What is also really cool is the external gun assembly is the same dimension and size as a real AK74M, which means that real AK furnitures and accessories will fit on this gun with little to zero problems! The handguard, buttstock, and pistol grip are made of tough glass-filled polymer which helps shave off further weight overall. On the left side of the receiver is an AK dovetail mount which can mount additional rails or optics and is fully compatible with Warsaw Pact-Style optics like the KOBRA red dot or the Russian PK-A.
Internally, the VFC AV-74M boasts the same level of quality when it comes to the internal components and structure. Featuring a CNC machined steel bolt carrier, simulated bolt, and long-stroke piston assembly, the bolt carrier group is built to be incredibly durable and robust. Its cylinder assembly has been beefed up with an enlarged 22mm cylinder which naturally results in a much stronger kick and recoil impulse compared to other GBB AKs on the market. The gun also features an adjustable bolt travel setting which allows the user to set the gun up to either have a long-stroke full travel bolt action which allows the bolt to travel fully to the rear like a real AK or a short-stroke half travel bolt action which allows the bolt to only travel half the distance when shooting for a faster fire rate. Next, the fire control group is also a full steel construction for additional durability and robustness and is equipped with a realistic braided wire hammer spring like seen in a real AK FCG. The AV-74M also comes equipped with a fully adjustable hop-up unit which has an easy-to-disassemble design. The hop-up bucking and inner barrel are all standard VSR-spec, making it very easy to upgrade with aftermarket buckings and inner barrels.
The AV74M comes paired with VFC's new 5.45x39-style AK gas magazine. The outer shell of the magazine is made using the same glass-filled polymer found on the stock and handguard while the core of the magazine is machined using lightweight aluminum alloy, making the overall magazine unit extremely lightweight. It is able to hold 42 rounds of 6mm BBs and boasts a 107cc gas capacity, which is the largest compared to other AK gas magazines on the market! The magazine also comes equipped with a dry fire mode which allows the shooter to experience shooting the gun safely without ammo.
Overall, the VFC AV-74M (AK-74M) GBB Airsoft rifle will definitely breathe new life into a waning AK GBB market, with its high-quality build construction to its fantastic shooting performance, it will be a great addition to any gun collectors arsenal and will definitely perform reliably like a real AK when out skirmishing.
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Magazine Compatibilities:
- VFC AV74M Green Gas Magazines
Includes:
- x1 VFC AK74M (AV74M) GBBR Airsoft
