Rasheed Carbine
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The Rasheed is a (semi-automatic carbine), derived from the Hakim Rifle and used by the Egyptian military.
It is also known as the (Rashid).
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| Also known as: 'Rashid' | |||
| Caliber: | 7.62x39 | ||
| Type of mechanism: | Direct impingement gas operated semi-automatic | ||
| Designed by: | Erik Eklund | ||
| Barrel Length: | 20-1/2 inches (52.0 cm) | ||
| Overall Length: | 40-3/4 inches (103.5 cm) | ||
| Magazine type and capacity: | 10-round removable box magazine, with latching magazine release catch | ||
| Effective Range: | (distance) | ||
| Maximum Range: | (distance) | ||
| Weight: | 9 lb, 4 oz (4.19 kg) | ||
Missing image Ljungman-hakim-rasheed.JPG Top to bottom: Swedish AG-42B Ljungman rifle, Egyptian Hakim rifle, Egyptian Rasheed carbine | |||
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History:
Derived from the Egyptian Hakim Rifle which was in turn a slightly modified Swedish AG42 Ljungman. Also shows influence from the Russian SKS particularly in the permanently attached, pivoting blade bayonet which appears identical to its Russian counterpart.
Dates and places of manufacture:
Type(s) of sights:
Rear ladder sight, with position for "battle" and ranges of 100 to (a rather optimistic) 1000 (meters?).
Markings:
In an Arabic language.
Accessories:
- Bayonet: 12" blade bayonet pivots from bayonet mount under barrel, back into recessed groove in forend stock.
- Ammunition belts/etc:
Reloading Information:
External Links:
Only about 8000 Rasheeds were produced, making it a very rare rifle indeed. The Rasheed is valued approximately $400 to $600 (2004).