Zastava Serbia ZPAPM70 7.62X39 16” Semi-Auto Rifle AKM AK-47 w/ Factory Box
SOLD FOR: $715
WOA#: WY230602DS003
Make: Zastava Serbia
Model: ZPAPM70
Serial Number: Z70-129611
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: 7.62X39
Action Type: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Right side of the receiver is marked “MDL:ZPAPM70 CAL, 7.62X39MM”, “FIRE”, “SAFE”, “Read Owner’s Manual Before Use ZASTAVIA ARMS USA DES PLAINES, IL”. The bolt is marked “Z70-129611”. The left side of the receiver is marked “Z70-129611 ZASTAVA ARMS MADE IN SERBIA”. Rear sight is marked “0-10”.
Barrel Length: 16.25”. 16.75” with removable slant brake marked “USA”.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable post and the rear sight is a “U” notched tangent marked from “0-10”. There is a scope rail on the left side of the receiver.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The handguard and buttstock are Yugo wood with three cooling slots on each side of the handguard. This is a Yugoslavian build so there is no tang on the rear of the receiver for the buttstock and the handguard is the larger size compared to standard AK furniture. Only Yugo styled furniture will fit this series of AK. The receiver is an RPK styled receiver with 1.5mm thickness compared to the standard 1.0mm thickness. This allows for a more reliable and durable firearm as the RPK is made to shoot larger capacities of ammunition. The pistol grip is wood as well. Has strengthened dust cover system. No bayonet lug. The LOP measures 12.75 from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One USA Blued 30rd 7.62×39 Steel Mag
Type of Finish: Blued/ Anodized Black
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows no wear magazine well and safety selector lever. The screw heads are sharp and serviceable and the pins are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall,this gun is still factory greasy. This rifle rates in about Excellent condition as it has been stored responsibly in its original packaging with no visible wear.
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: Factory Box, Owners Manual, plastic sleeve, and a total of 1 magazine.
Our Assessment: If any firearm is begging to be taken out and broken in, this is it. This Zastava ZPAPM70 is fresh and greasy still from the factory, I can’t say it’s new, but it is pretty darn close. This AK is Solidly built like a tank and all of its equipment and parts are tight. Serbia is one of those names notorious in the AK world for making high quality and long lasting AKs. Its modern production does mean that if you just need a Kalashnikov type rifle to bang around, you won’t feel guilty about it and knowing it hasn’t been abused in the past makes all the more reason to grab this fresh rifle. This firearm packs a serious punch and brings a lot of potential for self-defense, target practice, hunting, or just general fun-having. If you want versatility and power, this is the gun for you!