Post-WWII Soviet production of the M44 continued at Izhevsk through 1948 before the SKS and eventually AK-47 replaced bolt-actions entirely. Late production Soviet M44s represent the final chapter of the Mosin-Nagant's active service history. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 7.62x54R Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1948, Russia Weight: 75 oz Overall length: 40.2" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Collecting