Radom Hunter

[Adam]

Take a look at this rifle. I wish I can buy it. Maybe in other life.

Radom Hunter is a civilian, semi-automatic only, version of the military AKM rifle. The receiver is made of sheet metal stampings with the barrel, bolt and bolt carrier machined out of steel. The barrel has been lengthened by 93 mm (3.7") to 508 mm (20") and the bore is chromed for longer life. Contrary to its military counterpart the Radom Hunter lacks a threaded muzzle or a bayonet lug. The foregrip and thumbhole stock are made of laminated wood. The stock is finished with a ventilated rubber buttplate. Radom Hunter is fed by a 5 shot magazine (two are provided) although any AK-type magazine can be used. The gun can be equipped with the optional optics rail (offered together with a Nokta 2.5-9x56 scope).

Maker: Z.M. Lucznik, Radom, Poland
Caliber: 7.62 mm x 39
Action type: Gas operated
Capacity: 5 (accepts any AK-type magazines)
Length 1015 mm (40")
Barrel length: 508 mm (20")
Sight radius: 477 mm (18.78")
Weight (empty): 3.875 kg (8.54 lb)
Weight (with scope and base): 5.185 kg (11.43 lb)
Muzzle velocity: 720 m/s (2362 ft/s)

 

[Vern Humphrey]

While the 7.62X39 has become quite popular in the US, due to the widely available supply of imports from former Communist Block countries, and the low cost of ammunition, it is generally considered a bit underpowered for deer (as is the US 5.56X45.)

I admit some people use both cartridges for deer, but I would prefer something heavier. Our whitetail deer run about 50 kilograms (some a little less, some quite a bit more.)

What do you plan to hunt with this rifle?