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Valmet M78 7.62x39mm 18.2-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

Valmet M78, an RPK-pattern heavy-barrel AK variant. Finnish quality with heavier profile barrel.

Type: Rifle

Action: Semi-Automatic

Caliber: 7.62x39mm

Capacity: 30

Year introduced: 1978, Finland

Weight: 9.26 oz

Overall length: 37.4"

Status: Discontinued

Intended use: Service, Collector