AR-47 Lower Receivers

karlsgunbunker · 06-30-2008

I found this company by accident.
They make an AR Lower receiver that uses standard AK mags & Drums.
Dealer price is $280 + $7 shipping.

http://www.ar-47.com/index.html

Let me know if you are interested in ordering>

VUPDblue · 07-02-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by rkba_net

There is no such thing as a "AK47 lower receiver"... since there is no such thing as an "AK47 upper receiver"...

While you are correct, the item Karl has listed here is an AR47 lower. It is basically an AR15 with a different magwell to accomodate the AK magazine. You would need an AR15 upper chambered in 7.62 x 39 for this to be a complete firearm.

Scam1789 · 07-02-2008

He didn't say anything about an AK, that looks pretty sweet.

Does anyone have any recommendations for a 7.62x39 upper?

If I can find a good upper that I like, I might consider one.

indyjoe · 07-02-2008

This is the opposite of the mod I've seen done on the .223 Saiga to accept AR-15/M-16 mags. Not sure which looks stranger an AK with straight AR mags or an AR with curved AK mags.

Quarterbore · 07-02-2008

I have one of the original "Special Weapons" AR-47s and it is a very fun gun. I have some photos and a review of sorts posted here:

Quarterbore's Forums - Interesting e-mail I just got from a visitor to my website...

It works great and god knows AK-47 mags are cheaper andfar more reliable then any 7.62x39 mags for the AR-15.

Just be warned, I think Special Weapons went out of business and I recall that Vulcan bought the rights to the gun design. I read that the new AR-47s are a ROYAL PITA to get working as the forgings and fitting is very poor compared to the original guns.

I would suggest going to a bigger board, like ar15.com, and ask for recent experience before ANYBODY buys one of the current AR-47 lowers unless you have a ful machine shop and are looking for a project.

Just my oppinion, but carfull as my positive experience is very different then what I have seen posted by others with the current version!

Justus · 07-02-2008

I know that Model One has the 7.62 uppers in 16" and 20"

Welcome to Model 1 Sales' Online Order Center

stormryder · 07-02-2008

Had a Special Weapons version awhile back, was not too impressed.
Rounds started to stick in chamber after firing less than one mag/30 rounds. Got rid of it quick for an RPK.

I have not looked back since, will consider another if they work the "bugs" out.

Quarterbore · 07-02-2008

Well, a chamber issue has to do with the upper and Special Weapons never made their own uppers. I built mine using a Colt 7.62x39 upper and that upper has been used on the AR-47 in semiauto and on a normal AR-15 upper with AR-15 7.62x39 mags in full auto and it works great. Remember to blame the part doing the work.

I have never owned a Model One upper and I doubt I ever will. Cheap parts can result in unhappy shoters, as described above perhaps.

Also remember that the old laqure coated cases were messy. The new polycoated ammo is much cleaner so you don't get the mess we used to get. 7.62x39 is always more of a mess then 223 just the same so you will need to clean the gun more then with 223 but the bigger round is worth it IMHO.

stormryder · 07-02-2008

The rounds would stick within shot #10-#20.
Don't know about you but I won't trust a weapon that jams in that short of time.
This is with thorough cleaning before and after range time.

Quarterbore · 07-03-2008

No, I would not trust it either if my gun did that.

Just remember to put the blame where it belongs. The ammo or upper are to blame with what you describe, not the lower. That was my point.

I also see these as an nice to have after a person already has their AR-15s and AKs. I would never suggest a person buy an AR-47 and expect it to replace an AKM! It just is not that kinda weapon!

06-30-2008	#1 (permalink)
karlsgunbunker 01FFL - Arming America Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Indy, Airport Area Posts: 699	AR-47 Lower Receivers I found this company by accident. They make an AR Lower receiver that uses standard AK mags & Drums. Dealer price is $280 + $7 shipping. http://www.ar-47.com/index.html Let me know if you are interested in ordering> __________________ KGB 01FFL - $20 Transfers in Indianapolis Area "There is one Firearm for every Twelve people... How do I arm the other Eleven?"

07-02-2008	#3 (permalink)
Scam1789 How can I go 5 days without shooting something? Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 62	He didn't say anything about an AK, that looks pretty sweet. Does anyone have any recommendations for a 7.62x39 upper? If I can find a good upper that I like, I might consider one. __________________

07-02-2008	#4 (permalink)
indyjoe Not your average Joe Join Date: May 2008 Location: Indy Posts: 860	This is the opposite of the mod I've seen done on the .223 Saiga to accept AR-15/M-16 mags. Not sure which looks stranger an AK with straight AR mags or an AR with curved AK mags. __________________ "He who goes about unarmed in Paradise, had better be sure that is where he is." - James Thurber

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07-02-2008	#5 (permalink)
Quarterbore Plinker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Valley Forge, PA Posts: 29	I have one of the original "Special Weapons" AR-47s and it is a very fun gun. I have some photos and a review of sorts posted here: Quarterbore's Forums - Interesting e-mail I just got from a visitor to my website... It works great and god knows AK-47 mags are cheaper andfar more reliable then any 7.62x39 mags for the AR-15. Just be warned, I think Special Weapons went out of business and I recall that Vulcan bought the rights to the gun design. I read that the new AR-47s are a ROYAL PITA to get working as the forgings and fitting is very poor compared to the original guns. I would suggest going to a bigger board, like ar15.com, and ask for recent experience before ANYBODY buys one of the current AR-47 lowers unless you have a ful machine shop and are looking for a project. Just my oppinion, but carfull as my positive experience is very different then what I have seen posted by others with the current version!

07-02-2008	#6 (permalink)
Justus Bitter Plinker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NW Indiana Posts: 153	I know that Model One has the 7.62 uppers in 16" and 20" Welcome to Model 1 Sales' Online Order Center

07-02-2008	#7 (permalink)
stormryder OHARNG Sgt. Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Batesville IN Posts: 76	Had a Special Weapons version awhile back, was not too impressed. Rounds started to stick in chamber after firing less than one mag/30 rounds. Got rid of it quick for an RPK. I have not looked back since, will consider another if they work the "bugs" out.

07-02-2008	#8 (permalink)
Quarterbore Plinker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Valley Forge, PA Posts: 29	Well, a chamber issue has to do with the upper and Special Weapons never made their own uppers. I built mine using a Colt 7.62x39 upper and that upper has been used on the AR-47 in semiauto and on a normal AR-15 upper with AR-15 7.62x39 mags in full auto and it works great. Remember to blame the part doing the work. I have never owned a Model One upper and I doubt I ever will. Cheap parts can result in unhappy shoters, as described above perhaps. Also remember that the old laqure coated cases were messy. The new polycoated ammo is much cleaner so you don't get the mess we used to get. 7.62x39 is always more of a mess then 223 just the same so you will need to clean the gun more then with 223 but the bigger round is worth it IMHO.

07-02-2008	#9 (permalink)
stormryder OHARNG Sgt. Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Batesville IN Posts: 76	The rounds would stick within shot #10-#20. Don't know about you but I won't trust a weapon that jams in that short of time. This is with thorough cleaning before and after range time.

07-03-2008	#10 (permalink)
Quarterbore Plinker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Valley Forge, PA Posts: 29	No, I would not trust it either if my gun did that. Just remember to put the blame where it belongs. The ammo or upper are to blame with what you describe, not the lower. That was my point. I also see these as an nice to have after a person already has their AR-15s and AKs. I would never suggest a person buy an AR-47 and expect it to replace an AKM! It just is not that kinda weapon!