CMMG Banshee MK47 7.62x39mm 8" Barrel - Extended Armor Black

The CMMG Banshee MK47 7.62x39mm pistol with 8" barrel is built for shooters who want serious firepower in a compact, nimble package. This 7.62x39mm pistol platform delivers the punch of AK-pattern ammunition without the size penalty—it weighs just 5.6 lbs and measures 23.8" overall, making it one of the shortest and lightest options in its class. Unlike AR pistols that struggle with 7.62x39mm reliability, the Banshee MK47 uses the proven Mk47 platform and accepts standard AK47-pattern magazines, eliminating the feeding headaches common to conventional AR magazine-fed builds in this caliber.

Built on CMMG's mid-size AR platform heritage, the Banshee MK47 combines durability with smart ergonomics. The upper and lower receivers are both billet 7075-T6 aluminum for strength without weight creep. The 8" 4140CM barrel features a 1:10 twist and ships with CMMG's ZEROED linear compensator (5/8x24 threads) to tame recoil and muzzle rise in a package that stays manageable indoors or in tight spaces. Pistol-length gas system tuning keeps the action soft and reliable across varying ammunition loads.

Accessory mounting is genuinely useful here. The CMMG EML7 handguard runs full M-LOK slots on both sides and the bottom, plus M-LOK between top Picatinny sections—plenty of real estate for lights, lasers, or foregrips without the dead weight. The ambidextrous ZEROED charging handle, integrated trigger guard, and 60/90-degree safety selector make it equally home in right- or left-hand operation. The included ZEROED drop-in trigger and Magpul 30-round PMAG get you running immediately, while the carbine buffer system and pistol tube keep felt recoil reasonable for a package this nimble.

Extended Armor Black Cerakote finish handles duty use and field conditions. This is a genuine working pistol, not a range queen—purpose-built for personal defense, home security, or anyone who values 7.62x39mm ballistics in a form factor that doesn't require a tax stamp.

Key Features

• Mk47 platform accepts standard AK47-pattern magazines—no 7.62x39mm feeding issues
• 8" barrel with 1:10 twist and CMMG ZEROED linear compensator included
• Billet 7075-T6 aluminum upper and lower receivers for durability
• Full M-LOK accessory mounting on EML7 handguard (sides, bottom, and top rail sections)
• Ambidextrous controls: ZEROED ambi charging handle, 60/90-degree safety, integrated trigger guard
• ZEROED drop-in trigger and Magpul 30-round PMAG included
• Carbine buffer system tuned for smooth, reliable operation
• Compact, lightweight build: 5.6 lbs, 23.8" overall length
• Extended Armor Black Cerakote finish for field durability

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What magazines does the Banshee MK47 use?

The Banshee MK47 accepts standard AK47-pattern magazines, not AR magazines. This design choice solves the reliability problems that plague 7.62x39mm AR-platform pistols using conventional AR magazines. It comes with one Magpul 30-round PMAG included.

Can I add a brace or other accessories?

The EML7 handguard features full M-LOK mounting slots on both sides, the bottom, and between top Picatinny rail sections, giving you plenty of space to mount lights, lasers, grips, and other accessories. The 5/8x24 muzzle thread accommodates standard suppressors and muzzle devices as well.

What comes in the box?

The pistol ships complete with a Magpul 30-round PMAG and a CMMG ZEROED linear compensator already installed on the 8" barrel.

Is this pistol ambidextrous?

Yes. The CMMG ZEROED charging handle is ambidextrous, the safety selector offers 60/90-degree positions, and the trigger guard is integrated into the design for clean operation either way.