Imperial AK (AK-110)

Imperial AK (AK-110)
The Imperial AK (AK-110) variant sheet.
Type	Modular (assault rifle, squad support weapon).
Place of origin	The Empire of Common Territories
Service history
In service	2001-Present.
Used by	Other.
Production history
Designer	Wolf Armaments.
Designed	2000-01. Later redesigned in 2014.
Manufacturer	Wolf Armaments.
Unit cost	$800 NSD.
Produced	2001-Present.
No. built	N/A.
Variants	Assault Rifle/Standard & Squad Support Weapon.
Specifications
Weight	3.1 kg (Standard), 3.8 kg (SSW).
Length	780.4 mm (Standard), 812.2 mm (SSW).
Cartridge	6.45×42mm WA CTA 7.58×54mm WA CTA
Barrels	363.22 mm (Standard), 403.12 mm (SSW).
Action	Gas-operated, long stroke gas piston, rotating bolt.
Rate of fire	650-700 rounds/min.
Muzzle velocity	794 m/s (2,953 ft/s) (Standard), 829 m/s (SSW).
Effective firing range	500 m - 800 m.
Maximum firing range	3,150 m.
Feed system	30 round detachable box magazine, 60 round detachable box magazine, 10-20 round detachable box magazines, 50 and 100 round drum magazine or threaded bag.
Sights	Iron, variable optics.

The Imperial AK or AK-110 is a TECT designed modular weapon based off the original Kalashnikov family of assault weapons, like the AK-74 and the RPK; specifically, the AK-110 was modeled after the AK-12. It was designed and is manufactured by Wolf Armaments, which has sold over two hundred million AK-110s internationally as of December 2019. AK-110's are gas-operated, long stroke gas piston, rotating bolt, designs typically featuring a collapsing stock, western style rail systems, and revisioned Westernized design concepts of Eastern design mechanics. The weapon is selective fire, allowing semi-automatic, automatic, and three-round bursts. AK-110 comes in a standard assault rifle model and a variant labeled "Squad Support Weapon" intended for improved automatic/marksman performance.

The AK-110 was designed as an improvement upon the AK platform of weapons seen in Eastern styled nations; it was notably modeled after the AKS-74U, AK-74, RPK-74, and as mentioned, AK-12. The AK-110 was intended to replace AR Scorpion's G2 and G3 models within the TECT Armed Forces after perceived failures/setbacks in both models prompted an internal rifle design competition to be held by the Ministry of the Armed Forces. Both the AK-110 and AR Scorpion's G4 model were presented with the latter succeeding in the bid for numerous reasons; non-western compliant and budget costs were among the few reasons the AK-110's bid failed. Although the TECT Armed Forces denied the AK-110's bid, the corporation did manage to successfully appeal to customers both internationally and domestic. Governments, companies (such as Wolf Armament's own PMC) and citizens enjoyed the rifle enough to make it Wolf Armaments' best selling rifle design.

Essentially a half-brother from the East to the AR Scorpion, the AK-110 features many critical design features from the Scorpion and its predecessors from the East - incorporating Wolf Armaments technology with Eastern inspiration. The AK-110 was designed with the purpose of improving and building upon Kalashnikov style weapons with Commoner flavored changes/improvements. The receiver was primarily modeled off later Kalashnikov rifles with slight changes seen in the rail system and stock; Wolf Armaments designers used, however, the same materials found in its other firearms - high impact resistant hard plastics and high grade aluminum/steel alloy. The cold hammer-forged barrel provides a stronger barrel for greater safety in case of an obstructed bore or for extended firing sessions - it is chrome lined to increase the lifespan and durability of the barrel, making for a highly accurate and durable barrel. Modifications for an over-the-beach (OTB) capability, such as drainage holes in the bolt carrier and buffer system, are used to enable the rifle to be fired safely after being submerged in water or in other extremely wet conditions. The firing mechanism is essentially the same as other AK style weapon systems. After ignition of the cartridge primer and propellant, rapidly expanding propellant gases are diverted into the gas cylinder above the barrel through a vent near the muzzle. The build-up of gases inside the gas cylinder drives the long-stroke piston and bolt carrier rearward and a cam guide machined into the underside of the bolt carrier along with an ejector spur on the bolt carrier rail guide, rotates the bolt approximately 35° and unlocks it from the barrel extension via a camming pin on the bolt. Improvements piston and recoil absorbing guards have reduced much of the classic kick-back seen on other Kalashnikov rifles. In its first major visual departure from traditional designs, the AK-110 uses an airable rail system that combines a front section and an extended top section for equipment mounts. Although the primary magazine remains similar to its traditional counterparts (with construction material differing), the AK-110's feed system is compatible to the PMAG magazines used by western nations.

As a modular weapon system, the AK-110 is intended to replace all other basic small arms for a country's service. It's standard assault rifle model can be outfitted and changed to preferences sought by customers, and its Squad Support Weapon variant is suitable for replacing both automatic and DMR weapon systems. Special to the AK-110 are many parts, including the barrel and gas system, that are designed to be quickly detached and reattached; a trained operator can spend mere minutes in taking apart their system and replacing it with compatible replacements. This unique feature also lets users have more access to personalizing and improving the layout of their weapons - the limits to such customization is almost limitless. Other such parts, such as rails, stocks, and pistol grips can also be replaced with ease. AK-110's rail system is compatible with all Western/Commoner systems, including optics and electronics, and most Eastern systems where compatible.

The AK-110's primary cartridge is the 6.45×42mm WA CTA which is the standard cartridge used in the TECT Armed Forces; the 6.5mm Grendel is also an optional choice for the AK-110, as is the 6.5×55mm (modified with a plastic tip). A NATO variant of the rifle fires the standard 5.56×45mm NATO; Eastern models include a 5.45×39mm and 7.62×39mm for Kalashnikov centered customers.

Variants

Squad Support Weapon

SSW variant of the AK-110.

The Squad Support Weapon (SSW) variant of the AK-110 intended to serve in both squad automatic rifle and designated marksman roles. SSW's are designed to provide supporting automatic or semiautomatic fire against enemy forces on a squad level, allowing ground forces the use of one weapon system over two or three. The differences between the AK-110 and similar weapon systems is the compatibility with users of the standard model, overall weight reduction compared to heavier, often belt-fed options, and respectable firepower comparable or greater to its rivals. Key differences between the standard SSW models of the AK-110 are that the SSW has a revamped gas system (designed for task-heavy automatic fire and/or high powered ammunition) and longer barrel (four hundred and three millimeters) - said barrel improves the rifle's accuracy, durability, and improves its accuracy at longer ranges. The standard cartridge remains the 6.45×42mm WA CTA, same as the standard model, which is also the primary assault rifle cartridge of the TECT Armed Forces. Feed wise the SSW uses traditional thirty round magazines, but users can opt to use larger forty-five, fifty, and even one hundred round drum magazines.

AK-110-Russian

The Russian model of the AK-110 is essentially a chamber conversion to either the 5.45×39mm or 7.62×39mm cartridges. Designers decided a rechambered variant that fires the AK's current standard cartridges would allow Wolf Armaments to draw Eastern militaries as customers, even potentially their nation's markets too. The only changes are the barrel and bolt mechanics to fire the different cartridges.

AK-110-NATO

The NATO model of the AK-110 is essentially a chamber conversion to the 5.56×45mm NATO cartridge. Designers decided a rechambered variant that fires the standard Western cartridge would allow Wolf Armaments to draw Western military customers as well as their nation's markets. The only changes are the barrel and bolt mechanics to fire the different cartridges.

Simunition Conversion

Conversion kits are available for all models of the AK-110; they include a bolt carrier (partly colored blue to distinguish it), blank-firing adapter for firing blanks, and an upper receiver colored blue to distinguish it for its practice use. The standard kit will also include a laser transmitter for laser combat systems to use; such systems would include individual soldiers carrying small laser receivers scattered over their bodies, which detect when the soldier has been illuminated by a firearm's laser. Each laser transmitter would be set to mimic the effective range and potential damage of the weapon on which it is used. Depending on how complex the laser combat system is, trainers can retrieve immediate results and statistics compiled by the system; such examples include readings that give medics a digital readout to determine which first aid method to practice and probability readouts. Using the conversion kit, the AK-110 can seamlessly integrate into these laser combat systems.