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Saiga Saiga AK-47 5.45x39mm 16.3-inch

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

Russian Saiga in 5.45x39mm AK-74 caliber. Sporting import configuration from Izhmash.

Type: Rifle

Action: Semi-Automatic

Caliber: 5.45x39mm

Capacity: 30

Year introduced: 1999, Russia

Weight: 74.4 oz

Overall length: 36.8"

Status: Discontinued

Intended use: Sporting/Collection