Description
There has always been a crowd that loves the 7.62×39 cartridge and AK mags but wishes the controls felt more like an AR. The CMMG Dissent MK47 is built for exactly those folks. It pairs CMMG's overbuilt Mk47 receiver set, machined from 7075 T6 aluminum and cut for AK-pattern magazines, with the company's bufferless Compact Action direct impingement system. No buffer tube hanging off the back, just a low-profile Picatinny end cap, which is a big part of why this pistol comes in at a tidy 22.4 inches overall with a 12.5 inch barrel.
Running the Dissent MK47 at the Range
The forward-mounted side charging handle is non-reciprocating and reversible, so lefties are covered and you can rack it without breaking your grip or coming off target. An adjustable gas block lets you dial the system in for different ammo, or tune it down when you hang a suppressor on the 5/8×24 threaded muzzle. The 4140CM barrel wears a salt bath nitride finish and a 1:10 twist that handles the full range of 7.62×39 loads, from cheap steel-case plinking fodder to premium soft points. The ZEROED single-stage drop-in trigger, 60/90 degree ambidextrous safety, and ZEROED pistol grip round out a control setup that feels familiar the moment you pick it up.
Coyote Tan Cerakote and Real Mounting Space
The Coyote Tan Cerakote looks great and shrugs off weather and handling wear. Up top, the flat receiver rail gives you a solid platform for a red dot or LPVO, since no sights are included, and the free-float M-LOK handguard has plenty of room for a light and hand stop. At 6.7 pounds it balances nicely for a rifle-caliber pistol.
Why the CMMG MK47 Pistol Stands Out
CMMG ships this one with two 30-round Magpul PMAGs and backs it with their lifetime guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship. If you have a stash of AK mags and a soft spot for 7.62×39, this is one of the most refined ways to run them.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: CMMG
- Model: Dissent MK47
- MPN: 86A8E0BCT
- UPC: 810148623135
- Caliber: 7.62x39mm
- Action: Semi-Auto, Compact Action Direct Impingement (Bufferless)
- Capacity: 30+1 (AK-pattern magazines)
- Barrel Length: 12.5"
- Barrel Material: 4140CM, Salt Bath Nitride
- Twist Rate: 1:10
- Muzzle Thread: 5/8×24
- Receivers: 7075 T6 Aluminum, Billet Mk47 Lower
- Handguard: Free-Float M-LOK with Picatinny Top Rail
- Charging Handle: Forward Side Charger, Non-Reciprocating, Reversible
- Overall Length: 22.4"
- Weight: 6.7 lbs
What’s Included
- CMMG Dissent MK47 pistol
- Two 30-round Magpul PMAG magazines
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the CMMG Dissent MK47 take standard AK magazines?
Yes, and that is one of the platform's biggest selling points. The billet lower is cut for AK-pattern mags, so the inexpensive, widely available magazines you may already own drop right in. CMMG includes two 30-round Magpul PMAGs to get you started.
Does the Dissent MK47 pistol come with sights?
No sights are included. The flat-top Picatinny rail runs across the receiver and handguard, giving you a rigid, ready-made platform for a red dot, LPVO, or backup irons of your choosing. Most buyers pair it with a red dot given the compact format.
Is the CMMG MK47 Dissent suppressor friendly?
It is set up well for it. The 12.5 inch barrel is threaded 5/8×24 for muzzle devices and suppressor mounts, and the adjustable gas block lets you tune the system down to run smoothly and cleaner when shooting suppressed. That combination makes it a solid host for a 7.62 can.
How does the bufferless design benefit this pistol?
CMMG's Compact Action direct impingement system eliminates the buffer tube entirely, replacing it with a slim Picatinny rail end cap. That keeps the overall length down to 22.4 inches and opens up options for rear accessories. It also gives the pistol a cleaner, more compact profile than a typical AR-style build.



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