Using 8x33K ammo in AK magazines

Published on November 19, 2013
Duration: 7:03

This video explores the compatibility of 8x33mm Kurz ammunition with standard AK-47 magazines. While 8x33K fits into AK magazines, capacity is reduced to 26-27 rounds due to the wider case. Internal magazine dimples, designed for 7.62x39mm, can cause feeding issues with the shorter 8mm Kurz rounds. AK-74 and Galil magazines are generally unsuitable.

Quick Summary

Standard AK-47 magazines can hold about 26-27 rounds of 8x33mm Kurz ammunition, less than the typical 30 rounds of 7.62x39mm due to the wider case. Internal magazine dimples designed for 7.62x39mm can cause 8x33K rounds to nose-dive, leading to feeding malfunctions.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Pakistani 44-Bore Rifles & 8x33K
  2. 00:50Magazine Comparison: STG-44 vs. AK-47
  3. 01:40Loading & Capacity: 8x33K in AK Mags
  4. 03:27Feeding Issues: Dimples & Nose-Diving
  5. 04:41Alternative Mags: AK-74 & Galil Test

Frequently Asked Questions

Can 8x33mm Kurz ammunition be used in standard AK-47 magazines?

Yes, 8x33mm Kurz (44-bore) ammunition can be loaded into standard 7.62x39mm AK-47 magazines. However, due to the wider case of the 8x33K, capacity is reduced to approximately 26-27 rounds instead of the standard 30.

What feeding issues can occur when using 8x33mm Kurz in AK magazines?

Internal dimples within standard AK magazines, designed for 7.62x39mm rounds, can interfere with the shorter 8x33mm Kurz cartridges. This interference may cause the rounds to nose-dive, leading to potential feeding malfunctions during firing.

Are STG-44 magazines compatible with AK rifles?

No, original German STG-44 magazines are designed for the 8x33mm Kurz cartridge but are not compatible with AK rifles. While the ammunition fits the STG-44 magazine, the magazine itself will not fit into an AK receiver.

Do AK-74 or Galil magazines work with 8x33mm Kurz ammo?

AK-74 (5.45mm) and Galil (5.56mm) magazines are generally not suitable for 8x33mm Kurz. The feed lips on AK-74 magazines are too narrow, and Galil magazines are too narrow overall, leading to poor stacking and unreliable feeding.

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