AK-47 Magazine Capacities, Combinations and Weights

We compare the most common AK47 magazines and magazine combos available on the market today (6-2005). We compare capacities, weights, sizes and costs.

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5 round Magazine
5 Round Magazine     These work with both side folder stocks and underfolder stocks. Typically cost $8 - $15 each
10 round Magazine
10 Round Magazine    Same size as the 5 above, but holds more rounds. These work with both side folder stocks and underfolder stocks. Typically cost $8 - $15 each. 10 rounds of 7.62x39 weighs 5.8 ounces
20 round Magazine
20 Round Magazine    These come with many imported AK47 style rifles. These work with both side folder stocks and underfolder stocks. Typically cost $8 - $15 each 20 rounds of 7.62x39 w/ magazine weighs 1 pound 5.9 ounces
30 round Magazine
30 Round Magazine    These also come with many imported AK47 style rifles. These work with both side folder stocks and underfolder stocks. Typically cost $12 - $20 each 30 rounds of 7.62x39 w/ magazine weighs 1 pound 13.6 ounces
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40 round Magazine
40 Round Magazine    These were designed for the larger (squad size) AK47 style weapons. Typically cost $18 - $35 each. These work with side folders but not the underfolders 40 rounds of 7.62x39 w/ magazine weighs 2 pounds 5.2 ounces
50 round Magazine
50 Round Magazine    These were never issued. Most are made from smaller magazines welded together. Most I've seen are of low quality a novelty more than useful magazine. These do allow for most side folders, not for use with underfolders. Typically cost $35 - $50 each 50 rounds of 7.62x39 w/ magazine weighs 2 pounds 13.9 ounces
60 rounds w/ two 30 round Magazines
Two 30 Round Magazines    These are two typical 30 round magazines clamped together with plastic clamps. These can allow for many side folders if set properly. Will not work with underfolders. Total cost $24 - $36 60 rounds of 7.62x39 w/ magazine & clamps weighs 3 pounds 13.4 ounces
75 rounds w/ Romanian Drum Magazine
75 Round Magazine    These were designed for the larger (squad size) AK47 style weapons. Made in Romania. These do not allow for most side folders, also will not work with underfolders. These may be too large for some AK47 versions. Typically cost $90 - $150 each 75 rounds of 7.62x39 w/ magazine weighs 4 pounds 15.7 ounces
75 rounds w/ Chinese Drum Magazine
75 Round Magazine    These were designed for the larger (squad size) AK47 style weapons. Made in China. These do not allow for most side folders, also will not work with underfolders. These may be too large for some AK47 versions. Typically cost $120 - $180 each 75 rounds of 7.62x39 w/ magazine weighs 4 pounds 14.1 ounces
80 rounds w/ two 40 round Magazines
Two 40 Round Magazines    These are two typical 40 round magazines clamped together with plastic clamps. These can allow for many side folders if set properly. Will not work with underfolders. Total cost $40 - $80 80 rounds of 7.62x39 w/ magazine & clamps weighs 4 pounds 13.1 ounces
120 rounds w/ Three 40 round Magazines
Three 40 Round Magazines    These are two typical 30 round magazines clamped together with plastic clamps. These can allow for some side folders if set properly. Will not work with underfolders. Total cost $70 - $140 120 rounds of 7.62x39 w/ magazine & clamps weighs 7 pounds 4.9 ounces
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    WARNING: To avoid injury use only in new firearms or firearms that are in good condition. Always verify the rifle and ammunition caliber of your firearm before loading. Always be certain the barrel is in no way obstructed. Wear safety glasses and ear protection when discharging. If your weapon fails to fire be sure to point the weapon down range for at least 60 seconds. When clearing a misfire avoid exposure to the breach. Do not attempt to re-fire a misfire.