East German first-generation AK-47 copy based on the Type 3 milled receiver, produced at the Ernst Thälmann factory in Suhl. East Germany's initial service rifle before transitioning to stamped AKM production. Type: Rifle Action: Select-Fire Caliber: 7.62x39mm Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 1957, East Germany Weight: 104 oz Overall length: 43.5" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Law Enforcement