About Real AK74 The AK-74 is an assault rifle designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov in 1974. It is known for its association with the Soviet Union and has been widely used by various countries since the 1970s. The rifle is chambered for the 5.45×39mm cartridge, which replaced the earlier 7.62×39mm cartridge used in Kalashnikov's earlier automatic weapons. The AK-74 saw combat deployment with Soviet forces during the Afghanistan conflict starting in 1979. It is reported that the first AK-74 captured by the Afghan mujahideen during the Afghan-Soviet War was allegedly purchased by the CIA for $5,000, according to the head of the Afghan bureau of the ISI. Presently, many countries of the former Soviet Union continue to utilize the AK-74. Licensed copies of the rifle were also produced in Bulgaria (AK-74, AKS-74, and AKS-74U) and in the former East Germany (MPi-AK-74N, MPi-AKS-74N, MPi-AKS-74NK). Abou E L ELAK74M3 To commemorate E L's 10th anniversary, they have introduced a limited-production custom AK74 AEG of exceptional quality. Renowned for their AK-type electric airsoft rifles, E L has established a reputation for external build quality that rivals even real steel counterparts. The E L ELAK74M3 E-Platinum AEG Airsoft Rifle exemplifies their expertise in crafting airsoft AKs. Limited to 500 pieces worldwide, the ELAK74M3 is a modernized version of the AK74 rifle, boasting superior build quality. Constructed entirely of steel with a bluing finish, this airsoft rifle deviates from the real steel AK74's stamped steel construction. Instead, it features steel molding, resulting in a weightier and more robust feel compared to the original firearm. Apart from its exceptional external build, the ELAK74M3 incorporates multiple Picatinny mounting sections for attaching accessories. It also comes equipped with an AK12-style retractable and foldable stock, pistol grip, and an SVD-style flash hider. While regular E L AK AEGs typically feature a well-built but simple V3-style gearbox s
