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The AK is the world's most iconic rifle, but few Kalashnikovs are actually 47s

Watch: Kalashnikov: Far more than just the AK-47

How much do you know about the world's most iconic assault rifle and all its variants?

The Kalshnikov AK-47  is one of the most recognisable weapons in the world and has been in use since 1947.

However, many people may not know about the multitude of variants the rifle comes in and how each one differs.

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