Kalashnikov USA and CMC Triggers Introduce The AK 2.0 Trigger
Kalashnikov USA and CMC Triggers have teamed up to introduce the new AK 2.0 Trigger which is presumably the new generation of CMC’s AK triggers. The AK 2.0 is a drop-in non-adjustable single-stage trigger that according to Kalashnikov USA, has been tested extensively in KUSA rifles and provides positive ignition with a wide variety of ammunition. Let’s take a closer look.
AK Triggers @ TFB:
KUSA partnered with CMC Triggers to create the ultimate upgrade for your AK47 variant. With its 100% modular, CNC-machined, and easy to install design, our trigger group will give your AK the cleanest, most reliable trigger pull it’s ever had.
KUSA/CMC AK 2.0 Trigger features a machined 7075-T6 anodized aluminum housing and trigger mechanism components made of 8620 alloy steel and S-7 tool steel. This trigger is available in two pre-set trigger pull weight options: 2.5 lb or 3.5 lb. The AK 2.0 Trigger was specifically designed for Kalashnikov USA’s KR-103 and KP/KR-9 series of rifles but it should fit any other AK that has correctly aligned and dimensioned trigger and hammer pins.
The AK 2.0 Trigger is listed on Kalashnikov USA’s website at an MSRP of $189.99. It is currently available with a flat trigger bow only but in the pictures published by KUSA and CMC, there is a curved trigger version too which will probably be introduced later.
If you have used the CMC AK triggers before, let us know in the comments section what you think about them. Was there anything that you wish they have changed in this new trigger? What is your favorite AK trigger in general and why?
Pictures by Kalashnikov USA (www.kalashnikov-usa.com) and CMC Triggers (www.cmctriggers.com)
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For basically $200 I'll skip it and use the ALG single-stage 3b trigger (which you can increase the weight by adding the extra optional +weight spring that comes with it) for $60! And it breaks like glass for 1/5 the cost
EDIT: Bidenflation strikes again, its now $75 at PSA https://palmettostatearmory...
My ALG trigger gages at 3.2LB and I purchased it for $35 on sale
TFB's own reivew of the ALG for $50 at the time:
https://www.thefirearmblog....
TFB:
"ALG Defense has started to ship out preorders for their AKT single-stage trigger kit for the AK47 and AK74 variants that they claim has a pull weight of just 3.5lbs. They’re still taking pre-orders for their AKT-E triggers with no definite release date as of yet. Their AKT trigger retails at a budget friendly price of just $49. Check them out at algdefense.com "
I have a first gen in a draco. Great trigger, short and light pull, minuscule reset. Took more fitting to install compared to ALG in other ak’s i have.