Description
Stamped receivers get the job done, but there's a reason milled AKs have always carried a certain reputation. The Century Arms Sharps MB47 takes that idea and runs with it, starting from a case-hardened billet 4140 steel receiver developed with Sharps Bros. Machining the receiver from solid billet gives the rifle a rigid, flex-free foundation, and it looks the part too. This is the follow-up to Century's C39V2, and it's clear they didn't hold anything back this time.
What Sets the Sharps MB47 Apart
The 16.25 inch barrel is fluted for weight savings and heat dissipation, chrome-lined for long service life, and threaded 5/8×24 so swapping muzzle devices takes minutes. Century tops it with their US Chevron compensator, which does a nice job keeping the muzzle flat during quick strings. Up front you get a US Palm free-float M-LOK handguard paired with an Ultimak gas tube rail, so mounting a red dot low over the bore or adding lights and grips is straightforward. Free-floating the barrel on an AK is not something you see every day, and it pays off in consistency.
Modern Controls, Classic Reliability
The trigger is Century's RAK-1 enhanced flat-faced unit, a genuine upgrade over the gritty pulls that plague budget AKs. Out back, a Magpul DT carbine stock rides on an AR-15 mil-spec buffer tube, so you can adjust length of pull on the fly or swap in any mil-spec stock you prefer. Underneath it all is the same long-stroke gas piston system that made the Kalashnikov famous for running in mud, dust, and neglect.
Feeding the MB47
Chambered in 7.62x39mm, the MB47 ships with one 30-round detachable magazine and runs the full spectrum of surplus and commercial ammo the cartridge is known for. Whether it earns a spot as a range rifle, a truck gun, or the centerpiece of your AK collection, this is an American-made Kalashnikov built to a standard, not a price point.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Century Arms
- Model: Sharps MB47
- MPN: RI4998N
- UPC: 787450868106
- Caliber: 7.62x39mm
- Action: Semi-Automatic, Long-Stroke Gas Piston
- Receiver: Sharps Bros Case-Hardened Billet 4140 Milled
- Barrel Length: 16.25 in, Fluted, Chrome-Lined
- Muzzle Thread: 5/8×24
- Muzzle Device: Century Arms US Chevron Compensator
- Twist Rate: 1:10
- Handguard: US Palm Free-Float M-LOK with Ultimak Rail
- Trigger: RAK-1 Enhanced Flat-Faced
- Stock: Magpul DT Carbine on AR-15 Mil-Spec Buffer Tube
- Capacity: 30+1
- Overall Length: 47.45 in
What’s Included
- Century Arms Sharps MB47 rifle
- One 30-round detachable magazine
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Sharps MB47 different from other Century Arms AKs?
The biggest difference is the receiver. Instead of a stamped sheet-metal receiver, the MB47 uses a case-hardened billet 4140 steel receiver milled in collaboration with Sharps Bros. It also adds a free-float US Palm M-LOK handguard, an Ultimak rail, a RAK-1 flat trigger, and a Magpul DT stock on a mil-spec buffer tube, making it Century's flagship milled AK.
Can I mount an optic on the Century Arms MB47?
Yes. The MB47 comes with an Ultimak rail over the gas tube, which is a favorite spot for mounting a red dot low and close to the bore for fast co-witnessing with the irons. The free-float M-LOK handguard also gives you plenty of real estate for lights, lasers, and other accessories.
Is the MB47 barrel threaded for other muzzle devices?
It is. The 16.25 inch fluted, chrome-lined barrel is threaded 5/8×24, which is a common thread pitch with wide muzzle device support. It ships with Century's US Chevron compensator installed, but swapping to a brake, flash hider, or suppressor mount is simple.
Does the Sharps MB47 take standard AK magazines?
Yes, the MB47 is built on the AK platform and feeds from standard AK-pattern 7.62×39 magazines. It ships with one 30-round detachable magazine, and quality surplus and aftermarket mags are easy to find. The long-stroke gas piston system keeps it running reliably with a wide range of steel and brass-cased ammo.




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