Saiga semi-automatic rifle Saiga semi-automatic rifle The Saiga semi-automatic rifles (/ˈsaɪɡə/, Saiga) are a family of Russian semi-automatic rifles manufactured by Kalashnikov Concern (formerly Izhmash), which also manufactures the original AK-47 and its variants, Saiga-12 shotguns and Dragunov sniper rifle. Saiga rifles are a sport version of the Kalashnikov rifle, and are marketed for hunting and civilian use. They are sometimes referred to as Saiga Sporters. Named after the Saiga Antelope, the Saiga series of rifles is based on the AK-47 weapon system originally designed by Mikhail Kalashnikov. The series was developed for shooters who wanted the reliability of an AK pattern rifle
INSAS rifle an AK-47 based rifle, called the Trichy Assault Rifle was tested by the Ordnance Factory Trichy. It was first unveiled in May 2011. In January 2012, it was reported to having stoppages during tests due to its high firing rate of 800 rpm. It was to be downgraded to 650 rpm to ensure smoother operation, but it also delayed its introduction. The rifle works on tilting bolt mechanism which is different from the rotating bolt action of the AK-47. The rifle can be fired in single, burst and full auto mode. It's available with fixed butt, side folding and under