Zastava Pap M92 AK 47 Pistol 7 62X39MM
Pros & cons
What works
- Zastava's bulged, reinforced 1.5mm receiver
- Chrome-lined barrel for durability
- Compact AK-pattern platform in pistol format
- Standard AK-pattern 7.62x39mm magazine compatibility
Trade-offs
- No shoulder stock — more recoil and muzzle blast to manage
- Likely restricted or barred under California assault weapon rules
- Not a beginner-friendly first firearm
Specs at a glance
About this product
The Zastava PAP M92 is a Serbian-made AK-pattern pistol chambered in 7.62x39mm, built on Zastava's bulged, thicker-gauge receiver and shortened down to a pistol-length barrel with no shoulder stock. It's the pistol version of Zastava's well-known AK-pattern rifle line, keeping the same milled-feel receiver reinforcement and chrome-lined barrel construction that Zastava's rifles are known for, just packaged in a compact, handgun-configured format that ships without a buttstock.
What is it used for?
It's a range and collector pistol for shooters who want the AK-47 platform's proven 7.62x39mm reliability and manual of arms in a compact, non-shoulder-stocked format. The short barrel means more muzzle blast and recoil to manage than a rifle-length AK, so it's better suited to deliberate range shooting than a practical defensive role.
What makes Zastava's build different?
Zastava is known for a bulged, roughly 1.5mm receiver — thicker than many other AK-pattern manufacturers use — along with a chrome-lined barrel for corrosion resistance and extended service life. That heavier receiver construction is a big part of why Zastava-built AK-pattern guns have a strong reputation for durability among AK shooters and collectors. Zastava has been producing Kalashnikov-pattern rifles for the Yugoslav and later Serbian military since the 1960s, and that manufacturing history carries into their commercial-market pistols and rifles, which is a large part of why the brand holds its reputation among AK collectors specifically rather than AK-pattern guns in general.
What magazines does it use?
It runs standard AK-pattern 7.62x39mm magazines, the same family used across most AK-47-pattern rifles and pistols, so magazine availability and compatibility are broad rather than proprietary to this specific pistol. Steel and polymer AK magazines from most major manufacturers will generally drop in and function without modification.
Who is this not for?
If you want a shoulder-stocked rifle for accuracy and control, this pistol configuration gives up both compared to a full-length AK rifle — no stock means shooting off-hand or with a brace where legal, and the shortened barrel increases muzzle blast and reduces velocity compared to a rifle-length barrel. It's also not a beginner's first gun; the recoil and blast off a short-barreled AK pistol are more than a new shooter typically wants to start with. If your goal is a practical home-defense long gun, a full-length AK or AR rifle will be easier to shoot accurately and more pleasant to run through a full range session than the pistol configuration.
Does it work in California?
This is one of the harder configurations to clear in California — AK-pattern pistols with a detachable magazine commonly run into the state's assault weapon feature rules, and pistol braces and configuration details matter a great deal to how a given unit is classified. Don't assume this one is a straightforward buy for California delivery; confirm the exact configuration and compliance status with your dealer before ordering, and read California gun laws for the broader framework these rules sit inside.
Who is this for?
This is for AK collectors and enthusiasts outside restricted states who specifically want a Zastava-built pistol variant with the reinforced receiver and chrome-lined barrel the brand is known for. It's a platform purchase — buy it because you want the AK-pattern pistol format specifically, not as a general first firearm. Talk to your dealer about exact configuration details before you commit, since small feature differences can change how a given unit is classified from state to state.
FFL transfer required
This item is a firearm and ships only to a licensed FFL dealer, never to a home address. At checkout, enter your preferred dealer as the shipping address, or leave it blank and we will assign a licensed dealer near you at no extra cost. You complete the background check and paperwork with the dealer when you pick up.
California buyers: handguns must be on the California roster for delivery to a California FFL, a Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) and DROS are handled at the dealer, and the 10-day waiting period applies. Out-of-state buyers receive the firearm through their own local FFL under their state's rules.
Key attributes
| Transfer | Ships to your FFL dealer |
| Caliber | 7.62x39mm |
| Receiver | Bulged, approx. 1.5mm, reinforced |
| Barrel | Chrome-lined, pistol length (approx. 10 in.) |
| Configuration | Pistol, no shoulder stock |
| Magazine | Standard AK-pattern 7.62x39mm |
Frequently asked questions
- Does it come with a stock or brace?
- It ships as a pistol with no shoulder stock. Brace compatibility and legal status for braces has shifted with ongoing federal rule changes, so confirm current status with your dealer before assuming any brace option applies.
- What caliber does it shoot?
- 7.62x39mm, the same chambering used across the AK-47 platform.
- Is this select-fire or automatic?
- No. This is a semi-automatic civilian pistol — one round fires per trigger pull, same as any other pistol we sell.
- What's different about Zastava's build compared to other AK makers?
- Zastava is known for a bulged, thicker receiver (roughly 1.5mm) and chrome-lined barrels, construction choices that give their AK-pattern guns a strong reputation for durability.
- Can this ship to California?
- Don't assume yes — AK-pattern pistols like this commonly run into California's assault weapon feature and magazine rules. Confirm the exact configuration with your dealer before ordering.