The AKMS is the folding-stock variant of the AKM, featuring an underfolding metal stock for compact storage. Issued to Soviet parachute troops, vehicle crews, and officers, it became the standard compact AK of the Cold War Soviet military. Type: Semi-Auto Rifle Action: Gas-Operated Caliber: 7.62x39mm Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 1959, Russia Weight: 6.9 oz Overall length: 34.5" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Collector, Range