Is AK-47 more powerful than M16?

The M16 had a higher rate of fire, 700-950 rpm compared to the 600 rpm of the AK-47, and most shooters — including those that have used the weapons in combat — have tended to agree that the M16 is the more accurate. A trade-off is that the accuracy and range don’t equate to penetration.

Why is the AK-47 better than the M16?

The 7.62x39mm cartridge lends the AK-47 more weight and greater penetration when compared to the M16. Differences between AK-47s using forged or milled receivers and stamped receivers lend forged or milled variants better accuracy, while AK-47s using stamped receivers tend to be more resistant to metal fatigue.

Is an AK-47 more powerful than a AR-15?

Even hardcore AR fans will admit that the AK’s 7.62×39 round is more powerful than the AR-15’s 5.56/. 223. No debate here, the bigger round just packs more punch. However, there might be a simple way to compensate for that difference in firepower—by loading your AR with hollow point rounds.

Which rifle is better AR-15 or AK-47?

AR-15. AR-15 rifles are lighter and have a higher rate of accuracy than the AK-47, but the AK-47 is considerably cheaper and more dependable in comparison. Both are extensively used by the military and police, as well as for general purpose hunting rifles and self-defense.

Which is the most powerful AK gun?

Meet the Top 5 Most Powerful AK-47 Variants

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  • The East German Wieger Sturmgewehr (StG)
  • The Yugoslavian Zastava M70AB2.
  • The Polish Kbk.
  • The Israeli IMI Galil.
  • The Finnish 7.62 Rynnäkkökivääri 62 (Rk 62)

Which type of AK is best?

If you’re looking for the best AK-47 on the US civilian market, here are the top choices available today.

  • Best Overall: Arsenal SAM7. Country of origin: Bulgaria.
  • Best Value: Cugir/Century Arms WASR-10. Country of origin: Romania.
  • Best AK Pistol: Zastava Arms ZPAP92.
  • Best US-Made AK: Palmetto State Armory PSAK-47 GF3.