Azerbaijan has started serial production of AK-74M assault rifles under Russian license.

“Khazri” assault rifle differs from the Russian firearms in some features. Night vision devices, target, laser aiming device, light system can be installed on this rifle. The rifle is being produced under the license of “Ijmash” company. The design of the rifle has also been changed. The weight of the rifle has not been changed.

According to the State Defense Order Program, the Ministry of Defense Industry will produce 5000 AK-74M “Khazri” assault rifles this year and deliver to the Defense Ministry, APA reported.