The Red Army Standard VSKA Draco delivers reliable semi-automatic firepower in a compact pistol configuration chambered in 7.62x39mm. This American-made AK-pattern firearm combines traditional design elements with modern manufacturing standards for consistent performance across various shooting applications.
What Makes This Different
The VSKA platform features a manganese-phosphate treated receiver that provides enhanced corrosion resistance compared to standard parkerized finishes. The 12.25-inch chrome moly steel barrel offers improved accuracy potential while maintaining the compact profile that makes the Draco configuration popular. American maple furniture provides a classic aesthetic while delivering durability that synthetic alternatives often lack.
Key Features
- Chrome moly steel barrel with 1:10 twist rate for optimal 7.62x39mm stabilization
- Manganese-phosphate receiver finish resists corrosion and wear
- American maple pistol grip and handguard for authentic appearance
- RAK-1 trigger group provides consistent pull weight and reset
- Standard AK-pattern magazine compatibility accepts most 7.62x39mm magazines
- Picatinny rail section allows optic mounting without modification
- Black polymer pistol grip ensures secure handling in various conditions
Field testing demonstrates reliable cycling with both steel-cased and brass ammunition types commonly available in 7.62x39mm. The compact dimensions make this pistol suitable for close-quarters applications while the intermediate cartridge provides effective terminal ballistics at extended ranges. Weather resistance testing shows the manganese-phosphate finish maintains integrity through temperature extremes and moisture exposure.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 7.62x39mm
- Barrel Length: 12.25 inches
- Overall Length: 23.25 inches
- Magazine Capacity: 30+1 rounds
- Barrel Material: Chrome moly steel
- Receiver Finish: Manganese-phosphate
- Furniture: American maple handguard and grip
- Trigger: RAK-1 enhanced trigger group
- Weight: Approximately 6.8 pounds
- Country of Origin: United States
The VSKA Draco represents proven AK reliability adapted for American manufacturing standards and legal requirements. Current production models incorporate lessons learned from decades of AK-pattern development while maintaining the robust simplicity that defines this platform.