Description
The RPK has always been the AK's bigger, beefier sibling, and the Century Arms AES-10B2 captures that character better than just about anything else on the market. Based on the Romanian Pusca Mitraliera model 1964, these rifles are built in Romania and imported by Century Arms in limited numbers. That matters, because a factory-built RPK-pattern rifle with correct furniture and hardware is getting harder to find every year. This is not a parts-bin build dressed up to look the part.
What Sets the AES-10B2 Apart
The heart of this rifle is its heavy profile 21.5 inch barrel, which soaks up heat and holds its zero through long range sessions in a way a standard AK barrel simply cannot. The reinforced stamped receiver, RPK-style folding bipod, and carry handle all stay true to the original design. Out back you get the iconic clubfoot buttstock, and that distinctive shape is more than looks. It gives your support hand a solid hold when shooting prone or off a bench, which is exactly how this platform was meant to be run. An AK slant brake caps the muzzle, and the long-radius adjustable sights take advantage of the extended sight line for better precision than a standard-length AK.
Running the AES-10B2 at the Range
Chambered in 7.62x39mm and fed from standard AK magazines, this rifle is cheap to feed and endlessly fun to shoot. The long-stroke gas piston system is the same design that earned the AK family its reputation for running in mud, dust, and freezing cold without complaint. At roughly 9 pounds, the extra heft works in your favor, taming recoil and keeping the muzzle settled for quick follow-up shots. Drop the bipod legs, settle in behind that clubfoot stock, and you will understand why RPK fans are so loyal to the platform. Each rifle ships with one 30-round magazine, so you are ready to hit the range on day one. Whether you are a collector chasing authentic Cold War-era designs or just want the most distinctive rifle at the range, the AES-10B2 delivers on both counts.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Century Arms
- Model: AES-10B2
- MPN: RI4988-N
- UPC: 787450859401
- Caliber: 7.62x39mm
- Action: Semi-Auto, Long-Stroke Gas Piston
- Barrel Length: 21.5" Heavy Profile
- Capacity: 30+1 Rounds
- Receiver: Stamped, Reinforced RPK-Style
- Stock: Wood RPK-Style Clubfoot
- Sights: Adjustable Open Rifle Sights
- Muzzle Device: AK Slant Brake
- Safety: AK-Style Lever
- Weight: Approx. 9 lbs
- Country of Origin: Romania
What’s Included
- Century Arms AES-10B2 rifle
- One 30-round magazine
- RPK-style folding bipod (attached)
- Carry handle (attached)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Century Arms AES-10B2 a real RPK?
It is a semi-automatic rifle built in Romania on the RPK pattern, based on the Pusca Mitraliera model 1964, which was Romania's version of the Soviet RPK. It features the correct heavy barrel, reinforced receiver, clubfoot stock, bipod, and carry handle of the original. The main difference is that it fires in semi-auto only.
Does the AES-10B2 take standard AK magazines?
Yes. The AES-10B2 is chambered in 7.62x39mm and feeds from standard AK-pattern magazines, so surplus steel mags, polymer mags, and even RPK drums will run in it. One 30-round magazine comes with the rifle.
How does the AES-10B2 differ from a standard AK-47 style rifle?
Think of it as the AK's big brother. It has a longer, heavier barrel that holds accuracy during extended shooting, a reinforced receiver, a longer sight radius, an integrated folding bipod, and the distinctive clubfoot buttstock designed for prone and supported shooting. It is also heavier at around 9 pounds, which helps soak up recoil.
Is the AES-10B2 accurate enough for range use beyond 100 yards?
The heavy barrel and longer sight radius give it an edge over standard AK-pattern rifles, especially when shooting off the bipod. With quality 7.62×39 ammo it is well suited for steel and paper out to 300 yards or so, which is right in the cartridge's wheelhouse. The adjustable front and rear sights make it easy to dial in your zero.




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