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The AK74U takes the already famous AK74 lineage and shrinks it into the compact little brute that turned up everywhere from armoured vehicle crews to, well, anyone who needed something short, loud and unmistakably Soviet. The real ones were developed in the early 70s by Mikhail Kalashnikov as part of the same programme that replaced the AKM. They first saw action during the 1979 Afghanistan conflict, and the rest is Cold War history. The design went on to spread through former Soviet states, Eastern Bloc militaries and pretty much any third world force with a shopping list and a budget.

This replica follows the same approach. It is not trying to be a polished show pony. It is built to feel and handle like the gun it is mimicking, which means the wood furniture is intentionally rough and the finish marks with normal use. That is not a flaw, it is the whole point. If someone wants a pristine, glass smooth toy, this is not going to make them happy. If they want something that looks and behaves like a 70s Soviet carbine, they are in the right place.

Powered by a single 12 gram CO2 capsule, it delivers about twenty shots at roughly 400 fps. The magazine holds 18 steel BBs and the weight sits just over 3 kg, so you are not getting some hollow featherweight. Collectors, reenactors or anyone who just enjoys owning a slice of Cold War aesthetic will get a kick out of it. It also makes a great wall hanger, assuming you have confidence in your brackets.

Specifications

• Action: Semi-auto CO2
• Calibre: 4.5 mm steel BB
• Power source: 1 × 12 g CO2 capsule
• Shot count: Around 20 shots per capsule
• Magazine capacity: 18 BBs
• Velocity: Approximately 400 fps
• Stock: Folding with Wood furniture (intentionally rough like period originals)
• Weight: Just over 3 kg
• Finish notes: Marks and wears like a real AK from the era by design

The Scorpion Cadet sits on one of BSA’s most respected foundations – the Scorpion platform. Often described as the “baby R10,” the original Scorpion shared the same GX/Ultra bolt-action system as the R10 but used a straightforward air cylinder instead of a regulator and bottle. In hindsight, this made the Scorpion the smarter choice for many shooters, as the early R10 regulators had their teething issues, while the Scorpion’s simpler setup was rugged, reliable, and easier to live with. Pair that with the world-renowned BSA Cold Hammer Forged barrel, and the Scorpion earned its reputation as a no-nonsense performer with the accuracy to match.

The Cadet variant takes that trusted Scorpion DNA and adapts it specifically for training and entry-level target shooting. Originally commissioned for the Army, Air, and Sea Cadets, this rifle dials back the power from 16 Joules to 8 Joules, giving a far higher shot count of around 120+ per fill. Instead of the multi-shot hunting setup, the Cadet runs a single-shot tray and comes fitted with diopter target sights – making it a perfect choice for 3-position shooting, 10m practice, and bell target competitions.

While marketed as a “junior rifle,” the Cadet retains the same full-size stock, barrel, and action as the Scorpion SE. At 3.1kg it’s light enough for younger shooters, but the dimensions are very much adult-friendly, making this a proper entry-level target rifle for all ages. Straight out of the box, it’s a complete package – accurate, robust, and competition-ready.

Specifications

• Weight: 3.0 kg (6.6 lb)
• Overall Length: 94 cm (37 in)
• Barrel Length: 47 cm (18.5 in)
• Trigger: 2-stage, fully adjustable
• Air Fill System: Quick-fill probe
• Fill Pressure: 190 BAR (232 BAR max)
• Shot Count: 120+ per fill
• Sights: Adjustable rear diopter with front sight
• Optics Rail: Dovetail
• Stock: NATO Green Synthetic
• Action: Right-hand bolt action

Includes

• BSA Scorpion Cadet Air Rifle
• Diopter sight set (front & rear)
• Quick-fill probe