Kalashnikov USA’s KOMRAD is a 12-Gauge personal defense-type firearm that excels at close range engagements. It comes equipped with Mikhail Kalashnikov’s legendary AK-type long stroke gas system, giving the KOMRAD outstanding reliability in virtually any condition. The gas system is adjustable, allowing the KOMRAD to accept a massive assortment of ammunition from light 2 ¾” low-brass cartridges to 3” high-brass magnum shells. Unlike the vast majority of 12-Gauge firearms that utilize a fixed, tubular magazine, the KOMRAD is outfitted with a detachable box magazine, similar to that of an AK-pattern rifle. This gives the KOMRAD a massive advantage over traditional tube-fed designs: the ability to swap magazines instead of loading individual shells makes reloading significantly faster, and allows the user to quickly and easily exchange ammunition types. The included 5-round box magazine can be upgraded with larger 10-round box magazines as well as Saiga-type drum magazines, giving the user a substantial amount of firepower. The weapon’s extreme reliability, combined with its quick-change detachable magazines makes KOMRAD ideal for home-defense, recreational shooting, or as a handy truck-gun.
Other features of the KOMRAD include a pistol-grip (with interchangeable inserts), a vertical fore-grip, and an SB Tactical Pistol Brace, allowing the user to tame the hefty recoil associated with the 12-Gauge cartridge. In addition, the majority of Saiga aftermarket parts are compatible with the KOMRAD, but Kalashnikov USA offers an entire line of accessories specifically designed to enhance the KOMRAD’s performance. These include chokes, muzzle brakes, fore-grips, sling studs, and optics mounts, allowing the KOMRAD to be adapted to any role or situation.
Features of the Kalashnikov USA KOMRAD 12-Gauge Firearm:
- Utilizes Mikhail Kalashnikov’s AK-type gas system
- Adjustable gas system compatible with various ammunition types
- Detachable box magazine, compatible with extended magazines and drum magazines
- Accepts majority of Saiga aftermarket parts
- KOMRAD specific accessories available from Kalashnikov USA
- Includes pistol grip, vertical fore-grip, and SB Tactical Brace
NOTE: While the KOMRAD is regarded as a non-NFA item, the installation of a stock will result in the manufacture of a SHORT-BARRELED SHOTGUN (SBS), requiring proper NFA paperwork.