Egyptian Maadi RPM 7.62×39 20.5” Semi Automatic Rifle AKM AK-47 w/ Bipod
SOLD FOR: $1853
WOA#: WY230529MB004
Make: Maadi
Model: RPM Semi Automatic Rifle
Serial Number: C.T00785
Year of Manufacture: 1993
Caliber: 7.62 x 39
Action Type: Semi-Automatic
Markings: On the left side of the receiver is marked “RPM SEMI AUTOMATIC RIFLE CALIBER 7.62 X 39 MAADI COMPANY MADE IN EGYPT”. On the left side of the receiver just under the receiver cover is marked “C.T00785”. The right side of the receiver is marked ACC INT/INTRAC KNOX. TN. EGYPT”. The left side of the trunnion is marked with a hieroglyphic with “93” in the center. The right side of the receiver near the safety lever is marked “S F”. The bottom of the receiver is marked with a hieroglyphic in front of the mag well with “54” in the center. .
Barrel Length: 20.5” with muzzle nut tack welded on.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable post iron sight with protective wings. The rear sight is a leaf “U” tangent notch leaf marked with Egyptian Script. The top of the dust cover has a scope mounting rail fitted with a 4×20 RED STAR Riflescope.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The buttstock is an Egyptian wood thumbhole stock with sling ring, steel buttplate with trap door for cleaning kit storage compartment. The cleaning kit is included. The handguard is a 2-piece wood handguard with appropriate hand swells. The LOP measures 13.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stocks rates in about Very Good overall condition. There are some compression marks along with a few scratches on the stock and handguard. There are no chips or cracks.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: Two 30rd Egyptian 7.62×39 magazines in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Paint over phosphate
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is some minor corrosion visible in the bore.
Overall Condition: There are some very minor scratches on the left and right side of the receiver and on the dustcover as well as some minor wear to the paint in a couple places mainly on the charging handle. (Please see Photos for a better understanding of the condition. For a 1993 import this is still a beautiful rifle and has been stored and used responsibly. The screw heads are sharp and serviceable and the pins are unmarred. The markings are crisp. Overall this rifle rates in Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with a total of two magazines and its attached sling all in Excellent condition.
Our Assessment:This is a great example of a commercially imported AKM variant. This simple and sturdy military rifle makes for a great addition to any collection and is possibly the closest most of us will get to the original Russian AKs thanks to their involvement with production in Egypt. The Maadi ARM and RPMs were the first AK type rifle to really be imported into the US and set the stage to become one of the most beloved weapons on every corner of the planet. Although this is a post 1989 ban import it is still an early 1993 that still has the Bipod attachment. Later imports for the RPM would lose the Bipod attachment the following year in the 1994 ban. Considering all things, the DNA of this rifle is as Russian as you can get with a true AKM rifle. Any Egyptian AK rifle deserves a place in a prized collection and a chance to be put through its paces at a shooting range. With the RPM’s extended barrel and fancy shmancy Bipod, you’ll look cooler than anyone else. Bid on it, win it, love it! Good Luck!