Description
AKs chambered in 5.56 are nothing new, but few are built like this one. The ZPAP85 comes out of the legendary Zastava factory in Serbia with the kind of construction serious AK folks look for: a dimpled 1.5mm stamped receiver, bulged front trunnion, and a chrome-lined, cold hammer forged barrel that will shrug off round count after round count. This rifle configuration uses a pinned and welded barrel extension styled like a suppressor, bringing it to 16.5 inches so you get a compact Krinkov look in a standard non-NFA rifle package.
Factory Magpul Furniture on the ZPAP85
Rather than shipping bare bones, Zastava set this one up with a Magpul CTR adjustable stock on a buffer tube adapter, a Magpul MOE pistol grip, and an RVG vertical grip mounted to the quad-rail handguard. Between the rails up front and the optics rail on the hinged top cover, you have real mounting options for lights, lasers, and a red dot without hunting down aftermarket parts. The FDE Cerakote finish ties it all together and adds a tough, corrosion-resistant layer over the metalwork.
Krink-Style Sights and Smart Details
The rear sight is a Krinkov-style flip design paired with a dual aperture front, quick to pick up and right at home on this platform. Zastava also machined a bolt hold-open notch into the safety selector, a small touch that makes range sessions and chamber checks easier. The bolt carrier is corrosion-resistant nickel moly steel, and the 1-in-7 twist barrel stabilizes the full range of common 5.56 bullet weights.
Why This ZPAP85 Earns a Spot in the Safe
Each rifle ships with one 30-round magazine, and since it feeds from standard 5.56 AK-pattern mags, keeping it topped off is simple. If you have been wanting AK reliability with ammo that is cheap and everywhere, this is one of the best-built ways to get there. It has the heft and feel of a real Zastava, not a parts-bin build, and the factory upgrades save you a pile of money and wrench time.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Zastava Arms USA
- Model: ZPAP85
- MPN: ZP85556FDER
- UPC: 685757098908
- Caliber: 5.56 NATO / .223 Rem
- Action: Semi-Automatic
- Capacity: 30+1
- Barrel: 16.5" Cold Hammer Forged, Chrome-Lined, Pinned & Welded Extension
- Twist Rate: 1:7
- Receiver: 1.5mm Stamped Steel with Bulged Trunnion
- Finish: Flat Dark Earth Cerakote
- Stock: Magpul CTR Adjustable with Buffer Tube Adapter
- Grips: Magpul Pistol Grip and RVG Vertical Grip
- Handguard: Quad Rail with Hinged Top Cover Optics Rail
- Sights: Krinkov-Style Adjustable Rear, Dual Aperture Front
- Overall Length: 36"
What’s Included
- Zastava ZPAP85 5.56 NATO rifle
- One 30-round magazine
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the ZPAP85 take standard AK magazines?
It runs on 5.56/.223 AK-pattern magazines, not the 7.62×39 mags from an M70. One 30-round magazine comes in the box, and spares in this pattern are easy to find from Zastava and other makers. Just make sure anything you buy is specifically the 5.56 AK pattern.
Is the suppressor on the ZPAP85 real?
No, it is a faux suppressor barrel extension that is pinned and welded in place. That brings the barrel to 16.5 inches, which is what makes this a standard rifle rather than an NFA item. You get the compact Krinkov profile without any of the extra paperwork or wait.
Can I mount a red dot or other optics on this rifle?
Yes, the hinged top cover includes an optics rail, so a red dot mounts right up top where you want it. The quad-rail handguard gives you additional real estate for lights, lasers, or repositioning the included Magpul vertical grip. No side rail adapters or aftermarket covers needed.
How is the barrel on the Zastava ZPAP85 built?
Zastava cold hammer forges the barrel and chrome lines the bore, the same process used on their military rifles. That combination is known for long service life and easy cleanup even with high round counts. The 1-in-7 twist handles everything from 55 grain plinking ammo to heavier 77 grain loads.





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