Description
Built by the same crew that makes the ZPAP rifles, the Zastava ZVUK is a titanium suppressor engineered around the AK platform instead of being adapted to it. This is the ZS70 variant with a 14×1 left-hand direct thread, which mates right up to most AKM-pattern 7.62×39 barrels without any extra adapters. At 8.3 inches long and only 13.4 ounces, it keeps your muzzle-forward balance friendly and your handling quick, which matters on a gun that already carries some weight.
The heart of the ZVUK is its monolithic 3D-printed Grade 5 titanium core using Purposely Induced Porosity, or PIP. Instead of a traditional stacked baffle setup, the printed structure vents gas through porous metal that spreads out the muzzle blast across multiple paths. The result is strong noise reduction, around 32 decibels off the report, along with better heat dissipation and noticeably less back pressure. On a gassy AK that translates to less blowback in your face, so your eyes stay open and your dot stays clear through follow-up shots.
What Sets the ZVUK Apart
The one-piece printed design means there are no baffles to index or clean, and nothing to work loose under sustained fire. It carries a full-auto rating, so heat spikes and long strings do not scare it. The high-temp Cerakote finish shrugs off soot, salt, and the general abuse that comes with real range time. Independent testing from Pew Science put the ZVUK at a 33.7 suppression rating, which puts it near the top of its class for AK cans.
Caliber Range and Mounting the ZVUK
While it was purpose-built for 7.62×39, the ZVUK handles .30-caliber class cartridges and smaller with similar case capacities, including rounds like .308 and .300 Blackout. The direct-thread mount keeps the whole package compact and keeps alignment honest. Before your first live round, run a proper alignment rod through the bore to confirm the can sits concentric, then enjoy a quieter, smoother-shooting AK.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Zastava Arms
- Model: ZVUK (formerly VUK)
- Manufacturer Part Number: ZS70
- UPC: 669185296068
- ATF Type: Silencer
- Caliber: 7.62x39mm (up to .30 caliber and smaller)
- Thread Pattern: 14x1mm LH
- Mount Type: Direct Thread
- Material: 3D-Printed Grade 5 Titanium
- Core Design: Monolithic with Purposely Induced Porosity (PIP)
- Length: 8.3 inches
- Weight: 13.4 ounces
- Diameter: Major 1.93 in, Minor 1.6 in
- Finish: Black High-Temp Cerakote
- Full-Auto Rated: Yes
- Pew Science Suppression Rating: 33.7
What’s Included
- Zastava ZVUK titanium suppressor
- 14x1mm LH direct thread mount
Frequently Asked Questions
What rifles does the ZVUK suppressor thread onto?
This is the ZS70 version with a 14x1mm left-hand direct thread, which fits most AKM-pattern 7.62×39 barrels right out of the box. That makes it a straightforward match for rifles like the Zastava ZPAP M70 and similar AK platforms. No extra adapter is needed for standard 14×1 LH threaded barrels.
Can the Zastava ZVUK run calibers other than 7.62×39?
Yes. While it was purpose-built for 7.62×39, the ZVUK is rated for .30-caliber class cartridges and smaller with similar case capacities, including rounds like .308 and .300 Blackout. Just keep in mind the host rifle needs the correct 14×1 LH thread or an appropriate adapter to mount it.
How quiet is the ZVUK and is it full-auto rated?
Zastava lists roughly 32 decibels of noise reduction, and independent Pew Science testing scored it at a 33.7 suppression rating, which is strong for an AK can. It also carries a full-auto rating, so sustained strings and heat spikes are within its design limits. The PIP core helps cut back pressure, so you also get noticeably less blowback in the face.
Is the ZVUK suppressor user-serviceable?
No. The ZVUK uses a monolithic, one-piece 3D-printed titanium core, so there are no baffles to take apart or index. That sealed design means less maintenance fuss, and you simply run it and wipe it down rather than disassembling it for cleaning.




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