In order to increase the accuracy and range of fire for modern carbines, special devices and accessories are provided, thanks to which firearms are endowed with the necessary technical parameters and attractive external design. Today, the Izhevsk manufacturer presents an improved and modified Tokarev self-loading rifle, better known as a hunting rifle KO-44, to the attention of firearms lovers.
What is a weapon?
The KO-44 carbine is a military carbine, manufactured in 1944, not equipped with a bayonet. The basis of it was the three-line Mosin rifle and KO-38.
The model has a modern design and good aesthetic data. Frequent shooting and field operation became possible due to the application of special compounds to the most susceptible sections of the hull. You can increase the effectiveness of shooting using additional equipment: a flame arrester and an optical sight mounted on a KO-44 carbine. The price and advanced features of this model explain the increased interest in it among professional hunters and sports shooting enthusiasts alike.
How is the model arranged?
The carbine KO-44, due to its simple design, is convenient and easy to operate. The main judges of this feature of the weapon are beginner shooters.
The carbine KO-44 consists of the following elements:
- Barrel with a butt. They are the main structural parts. In the manufacture of lodges, birch wood is used.
- The store. Wanting to increase the speed and convenience when shooting, the owner of a hunting rifle can replace the base store, which is included in the kit, with a store with a large volume.
- Shutter. Used to send ammunition to the chamber. The combat bolt contains a bolt stem, a combat larva, an ejector, a trigger, a hammer, a combat spring and a connecting bar.
- The rubberized butt plate that the butt is equipped with. Due to the high depreciation rate during the firing process, the carbine has become much more comfortable.
- Special stops (two pieces) that completely lock the barrel and ensure the safe operation of the hunting rifle.
Operating principle
Shooting is carried out after pressing the trigger hook engaged with the bolt. As a result of a strong blow of the unfolding spring on the striker, a shot occurs. The place in which the ammunition is contained has become an integral box magazine. To reload, it is enough to manually rotate and move the sliding bolt. At the same time, the barrel channel is unlocked, and the trigger mechanism is cocked.
The KO-44 carbine during firing gives little impact on the shoulder. The trigger mechanism of this weapon is equipped with a convenient button fuse that allows the hunter to carry out single shots. You can also cock the shock mechanism or put it on the fuse manually, without opening the shutter.
The performance characteristics
- Country of origin - Russia.
- The carbine is produced at the Molot engineering plant.
- Designed for hunting and shooting sports.
- KO-44 refers to self-loading automatic carbines.
- The store is designed for 4 rounds.
- The length of all weapons is 1 m 12 cm.
- Barrel length - 625 mm.
- Height 200 mm.
- The width of the weapon is 60 mm.
- The carabiner weighs no more than five kilograms.
- In the manufacture of the barrel, cold forging technology is applied, with further application of an epoxy coating on the product.
Ammunition for weapons
Depending on the scope of the carbine, two types of cartridges are provided for it:
- 7.62x39. Ammunition of this caliber contains half-shell bullets. For hunting medium and large animals, these cartridges are equipped with KO-44.
- 62x54. A carbine (the price ranges from 7-8 thousand rubles) is used for standard shooting. Ammunition of this caliber is equipped with shell bullets, which have a sufficiently high initial speed. They are capable of hitting a target at a distance of up to 200 meters.
What is included in the package?
You can buy KO-44, like any other hunting weapon, only in a specialized hunting store. For the product, there are special polymer packaging and cardboard boxes that prevent any mechanical effects on the product. Each carabiner includes: your individual passport and quality certificate.
Weapon Strengths
The advantages of KO-44 include:
- Comfort during operation. Due to the ergonomically shaped case, it is convenient to use the carabiner for both men and women. The weapon is equally conveniently located in the hand of the shooter, regardless of its size.
- Due to the use of natural wood, the carbine has a high aesthetic design.
- The weapon, thanks to two types of ammunition, has advanced capabilities.
- The carbine can be operated in the most adverse conditions. He is not afraid of either increased humidity, or temperature differences inherent in field conditions. Such unpretentiousness is provided by the presence of a barrel of stainless steel, which is equipped with a KO-44 carbine.
Weapon Reviews
According to the owners of these carbines, the product has a good rate of fire and accuracy of battle. KO-44 are effective both in hunting and during training or sports shooting. Reviews of most owners about this model of hunting weapons are mostly positive.
Some hunters note that with frequent exploitation of the carbine, soot and dirt often accumulate in its barrel, which in the future can lead to the onset of corrosion processes. To prevent this, experienced hunters recommend that you pay increased attention to the condition of the weapon: clean the barrel moves as often as possible using an alkaline compound and a special ramrod. Be sure to wipe the barrel dry every time after such a cleaning. The ability to carry out tuning in a carbine is another property of the weapon, which is especially appreciated by lovers of aimed shooting at long distances.
Due to the tuning in KO-44, you can install optical sights produced by various manufacturers. This function also applies to the carabiner box magazine. If desired, it can be replaced with a more capacious one.
Prices for carbines, according to the owners, are relatively low. Having spent within seven thousand rubles, you can purchase excellent small arms with high technical parameters.