AK-47 FRT Compatibility Chart & Installation Guide
The Trigger Supply AK-47 FRT brings forced reset trigger performance to the AK platform, but the AK world is nothing like the AR world. Receiver specs, trigger pin placement, and fire control geometry vary from one manufacturer to the next, which means compatibility is model-specific and some rifles need an extra part or two for a proper fit. This guide covers every major AK and RPK brand, what each one needs, and how hard the install is, so you know exactly what to order before you start.
The Trigger Supply AK-47 FRT.
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Quick Reference: AK-47 / RPK FRT Compatibility at a Glance
| Brand / Origin | Install Difficulty | Extra Parts Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Arsenal (Bulgaria) | Beginner to Intermediate | Varies: extended wire (SAM7K), transfer bar (SLR/SGL) |
| Century Arms (US-made) | Intermediate | PSA-style safety lever |
| Century Arms (Romanian import) | Intermediate | Transfer bar |
| Zastava / Yugo | Beginner to Intermediate | Extended wire on under-folders and select models |
| Palmetto State Armory | Beginner to Intermediate | Transfer bar |
| Kalashnikov USA | Intermediate | Transfer bar |
| Pioneer Arms (Poland) | Intermediate | Transfer bar |
| WBP (Poland) | Beginner to Intermediate | Transfer bar |
| DPMS Panther Arms | Intermediate | None |
| Norinco (China) | Intermediate | Possibly a transfer bar |
| Maadi (Egypt) | Intermediate | Possibly a transfer bar |
| Saiga (Russia) | Intermediate | Transfer bar |
| Rifle Dynamics (USA) | Intermediate | Transfer bar |
| Riley Defense (USA) | Intermediate to Advanced | Transfer bar |
Full model lists and installation notes for every brand are below. If your rifle isn't listed, contact us before ordering and we'll confirm fitment.
Not Compatible: Read This First
The Trigger Supply AK-47 FRT does not work in 9mm AK-pattern firearms. That rules out the Century Arms NAK9 and the PSA AK-V. The Saiga 12 shotgun is also not compatible. Everything else in this guide is fair game.
Trigger Supply AK FRT Compatibility by Brand
Arsenal (Bulgaria) — SAM7, SLR, and SGL Series
Compatible models: SAM5, SAM7, SAM7F, SAM7SF, SAM7K, SAM7K SB, SAM7K P, SAM7 ST, SAM7US, SLR-107FR, SLR-107CR, SLR-107SF, SLR-107UR, SLR-107UR SB, SLR-104FR, SLR-104UR, SLR-104CR, SLR-104U, SLR-106FR, SLR-106CR, SLR-106UR, SLR-106U, SGL21, SGL21-61, SGL21-94, SGL31, SGL31-94, and the SLR-95 series.
Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate. Arsenal rifles are among the friendlier AK FRT installs.
Parts needed: SAM7K models call for an extended wire and may need a PSA-style safety lever. SLR and SGL models need a transfer bar. One universal rule for Arsenal owners: ambidextrous safety levers have to come off — they aren't compatible with the Trigger Supply FRT.
Century Arms US-Made — VSKA, BFT47, RAS47
Compatible models: RAS47, VSKA, BFT47.
Difficulty: Intermediate.
Parts needed: Every US-made Century model needs a PSA-style safety lever. A pre-cut LBE trigger is the smart add-on here for a guaranteed fit with no hand-fitting.
Century Arms Romanian Imports — WASR-10, Draco, and More
Compatible models: WASR-10, WASR-10/63, GP WASR-10, WASR-2 (5.45x39), WASR-3 (5.56x45), RH-10, Draco, Mini Draco, Micro Draco, AES-10B, AES-10B2, C39, and C39v2 (C39 and C39v2 are professional-install-only).
Difficulty: Intermediate. Romanian receivers have more spec variance than most, so take your time.
Parts needed: All Romanian imports need a transfer bar. Pairing the Trigger Supply FRT with an AK/RPK semi-automatic fire control group is the surest route to a guaranteed fit on these rifles. Draco owners: Draco, Mini Draco, and Micro Draco installs require a slight rear trunnion reduction with a Dremel or similar rotary tool — a few minutes of work that does not damage the pistol. See our dedicated Micro Draco FRT compatibility guide for platform-specific install notes.
Zastava / Yugo — M70, M72, M90, and M92 Series
Compatible models: M70, M70A, M70B1, M70AB1 UF, M70AB2 UF, M72, M72B1, M72AB1 UF, M90, M92, M95 UF, plus the M76 and M77 (professional-install-only).
Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate for most of the lineup.
Parts needed: The M85, M92, M70 UF, and every Zastava under-folder require an extended wire. Standard fixed-stock M70s are one of the cleanest AK FRT installs you can do.
Palmetto State Armory — PSAK-47 and AK-74 Lines
Compatible models: PSAK-47 GF1 through GF5, AK-102, AK-103, AK-104, AK-105, AK-74, AK-74 GF3, AK-74 GF5, AK-556, PSAK-47 MOEKOV, PSAK-47 Spiker, and Krinkov builds. The 9mm PSA AK-V is not compatible.
Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate. PSA's consistent modern manufacturing makes these predictable installs.
Parts needed: Transfer bar across the board.
Kalashnikov USA — KR-103 and KR-104
Compatible models: KR-103, KR-103 SFS, KR-103 FT, KR-103 SF, KR-104, KR-104 SBR.
Difficulty: Intermediate.
Parts needed: Transfer bar for every listed model.
Pioneer Arms (Poland) — Hellpup and Sporter
Compatible models: Hellpup, Sporter, Sporter Pro, Pioneer Arms Side Folder, AKM, and the Pioneer Arms Underfolder AK (professional-install-only).
Difficulty: Intermediate.
Parts needed: Transfer bar on all listed models. On newer-production Pioneers especially, adding an AK/RPK semi-automatic fire control group is the guaranteed-fit route.
WBP (Poland) — Jack and Lynx Series
Compatible models: WBP Jack, Mini Jack, Jack Tactical, Jack Classic, Lynx, and Mini Lynx.
Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate. WBP's build quality makes for straightforward installs.
Parts needed: Transfer bar for every listed model.
DPMS Panther Arms — Anvil AK-47
Compatible models: Anvil AK-47. Difficulty: Intermediate. Parts needed: None — the Anvil is a drop-in candidate.
Norinco (China) — Type 56, MAK-90, and NHM Series
Compatible models: Type 56, MAK-90, AKS-47 Spiker, BWK-92, NHM-90, NHM-91.
Difficulty: Intermediate. Parts needed: A transfer bar may be required — Chinese receivers vary enough that we recommend having one on hand.
Maadi (Egypt) — AK-47, AKM, and MISR
Compatible models: Maadi AK-47, Maadi AKM, Maadi MISR, MISR-10, MISR-90.
Difficulty: Intermediate. Parts needed: A transfer bar may be required depending on your rifle's production run.
Saiga (Russia) — Sporter Series
Compatible models: Saiga M3, Saiga 5.45x39 Sporter, Saiga .223 Sporter, and the Saiga .308 (professional-install-only). The Saiga 12 shotgun is not compatible.
Difficulty: Intermediate. Parts needed: Transfer bar on all listed models.
Rifle Dynamics (USA) — RD 700 and Custom Builds
Compatible models: RD 700 Series, RD AKM, RD AK-74, RD 5.56 AK. Difficulty: Intermediate. Parts needed: Transfer bar on all listed models.
Riley Defense (USA) — RAK-47 and RAK-74
Compatible models: RAK-47, RAK-74, RAK-47 Side Folder, RAK-47 Pistol, RAK-47 Micro Pistol.
Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced — the toughest install on this chart. Parts needed: Transfer bar, and we strongly recommend a pre-cut LBE trigger to take the guesswork out of fitment.
Understanding the Add-On Parts
The four main components of the Trigger Supply AK-47 FRT.
Transfer bar. The most common requirement on this chart. It bridges the dimensional differences between AK receivers so the Trigger Supply FRT's forced reset cycle times correctly with your bolt carrier. If your brand lists a transfer bar, don't skip it — the trigger won't reset reliably without it.
Inside the AK-47 trigger mechanism.
Extended wire. Required on compact and under-folding configurations (SAM7K, Zastava under-folders) where the standard wire geometry doesn't reach.
PSA-style safety lever. US-made Century rifles and some Arsenal SAM7Ks need a standard-profile safety lever for clearance. Ambidextrous safety levers are incompatible across the board and must be removed.
The AK-47 selector: standard-profile levers only for FRT installs.
Pre-cut LBE trigger and AK/RPK semi-automatic fire control group. Not always mandatory, but on rifles with loose receiver specs (US Century, Riley Defense, Romanian imports, newer Pioneer Arms) these upgrades turn a fitting job into a guaranteed fit.
Installation: DIY or Professional?
Most rifles on this chart rate beginner to intermediate. If you can detail-strip an AK fire control group, you can install the Trigger Supply FRT by following the installation video that matches your platform — your specific model may differ slightly, but the process carries over.
Installation diagram for the Trigger Supply AK-47 FRT.
A short list of rifles should only go to a professional: the Century C39 and C39v2, Zastava M76 and M77, the Saiga .308, and the Pioneer Arms Underfolder. Milled receivers, unusual fire control geometry, and under-folder hardware put these beyond a bench-top job.
The hump block, used during Trigger Supply AK FRT installation.
Prefer to hand the whole thing off? Arms of America and Iron Curtain Customs both take AK FRT install work by quote and have deep experience installing forced reset triggers in AK-pattern rifles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my AK-47 compatible with the Trigger Supply AK FRT?
Most stamped-receiver AK-47, AK-74, and RPK-pattern rifles are compatible with the Trigger Supply AK FRT, including models from Arsenal, Zastava, PSA, Century Arms, WBP, Kalashnikov USA, Pioneer Arms, and others. Many models require a transfer bar, extended wire, or PSA-style safety lever for proper fitment. Check the brand-by-brand chart in this guide for your exact model.
What is a transfer bar and why does my AK need one?
A transfer bar is a small linkage part that ensures correct interaction between the Trigger Supply FRT mechanism and your rifle's bolt carrier and receiver geometry. Because AK-pattern rifles vary in receiver spec, trigger pin placement, and carrier dimensions by manufacturer, many models need a transfer bar for the trigger to reset reliably and function as designed.
Does the Trigger Supply AK-47 FRT work in 9mm AK-pattern firearms?
No. 9mm AK-pattern firearms such as the Century Arms NAK9 and the PSA AK-V are not compatible with the Trigger Supply AK-47 FRT. The Saiga 12 shotgun is also not compatible.
Do I need a gunsmith to install the Trigger Supply AK-47 FRT?
Most installs rate beginner to intermediate and can be done at home with basic tools by following the installation video for your platform. A handful of models, including certain under-folders, the Century C39 and C39v2, Zastava M76 and M77, and the Saiga .308, should only be installed by a professional. When in doubt, use an experienced installer.
Are forced reset triggers legal for AK-47 rifles?
FRT legality depends on where you live, and state restrictions apply in some jurisdictions. Before ordering, review our forced reset trigger legality guide for the current legal landscape and restricted states.
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