Century Arms Micro Draco

Overview and core specs of the Micro Draco

The video focuses on the Century Arms Micro Draco AK pistol finished in Russian red. It uses standard AK-pattern magazines, shown here with a US Palm magazine providing typical 30-round capacity. The pistol weighs about 4.8 pounds by the listed specs and features a 6.25-inch barrel. It is chambered in 7.62x39 and fitted with an A2-style flash hider. A rear 1913 Picatinny rail is integrated at the back of the receiver, and the Russian red laminate furniture gives it a darker red tone compared to the more orange traditional finish. The hosts begin by outlining these basic technical details before moving into more in-depth features and verification of the specifications.

Gas system, sights, and front-end design

Moving from front to back, the Micro Draco’s barrel is threaded 14x1 left-hand, allowing the use of standard AK-47 style muzzle devices in place of the installed A2 flash hider. The front sight base includes the usual detent for securing muzzle devices. The front sight post is threaded for elevation adjustment, and the front sight assembly allows for windage adjustment. The gas system is extremely short, with a very small gas tube running directly from the rear sight base or front trunnion into the front sight block. The piston is a truncated long-stroke design permanently attached to the carrier, traveling the full length of the action. The pistol lacks a traditional rear sight in the usual position; instead, a non-adjustable dovetailed rear sight is placed further back to increase sight radius, intended for a fixed zero rather than on-the-fly adjustments.

Furniture, receiver construction, and rear rail

The Micro Draco uses the distinctive Micro Draco foregrip with a deep cut and built-in hand stop, made from laminate wood that shows layered grain under the Russian red finish. It retains a standard AK-47 style pistol grip. Internally, it follows the AKM pattern with a stamped sheet metal receiver riveted to front and rear trunnions. The receiver is essentially the same length as a full-size AK receiver, with the extreme compactness coming from the shortened front end and gas system. At the rear, the pistol includes a 1913 Picatinny rail section that can accept accessories such as braces. A QD sling swivel socket is integrated into the middle of this rail, and the pistol is shown with a sling swivel still in its plastic wrap. The hosts note that the configuration allows either sling-only use or the addition of a rear-mounted accessory on the rail.

Romanian origin and platform background

The discussion compares the Micro Draco to the full-size Draco with a 12-inch barrel, which is based on the Romanian PM90, a compact AK-47 pattern firearm that typically uses a side-folding stock. For import into the United States, the Draco closely mirrors the PM90 configuration minus the stock. The Mini Draco and Micro Draco are described as factory creations from Romania tailored for the American market rather than direct copies of issued Romanian models, particularly due to their very short barrels and gas systems. The Micro Draco is made by Cugir in Romania, the same facility that produces other Romanian military-pattern firearms and commercial models such as the WASR and Draco lines. Because this is a pistol, it can be imported with all Romanian parts, unlike many long guns that require certain U.S.-made components, making this example closer to an original Romanian configuration.

Trigger pull measurements and feel

The hosts verify the trigger pull using a gauge, noting that the firearm is cleared before testing. They record a trigger pull of approximately 3.7 pounds on the first measurement and about 3.15 pounds on the second, both lighter than expected for an AK-pattern trigger. The trigger is described as having a bit of take-up before a defined wall, followed by a small amount of creep and then a clean break. One host remarks that the break is surprisingly light and can feel almost like pulling straight through without clearly noticing the wall. Overall, the trigger is characterized as consistent with many AK triggers but on the lighter side, contributing to a pleasant and manageable trigger feel on this compact 7.62x39 pistol.

Weight verification and balance

Using a scale, the hosts check the actual weight of the Micro Draco. The bare pistol registers about 5.13 pounds, slightly heavier than the earlier 4.8-pound figure. They suggest that differences in handguard weight or the installed A2 flash hider could account for the discrepancy. With an unloaded magazine inserted, the weight comes to approximately 5.53 pounds. They note that the added weight is not necessarily a drawback on a compact 7.62x39 pistol that tends to rise under recoil, as a bit more mass can help keep the muzzle down during firing. The hosts emphasize that the pistol is still compact and close to the body in use, so the modest increase in weight does not negatively affect handling for its intended role.

Overall length and size measurements

The hosts then measure the Micro Draco’s dimensions with a tape measure. Overall length from muzzle to the rear of the receiver is just under 17 inches, notably shorter than an initial guess of around 25 inches. Measuring from the bottom of the pistol grip to the top rear of the receiver yields roughly 7.5 inches. With a magazine inserted, the height from the bottom of the magazine to the top of the pistol is about 10.25 inches. These measurements are presented as practical figures for anyone planning storage, transport, or bag fitment. The compact size underscores the Micro Draco’s role as a very short AK-pattern pistol, while still using a full-size receiver and standard AK magazines.

Final thoughts and user feedback request

To close, the hosts comment on the Micro Draco’s handling and appearance, highlighting the Russian red furniture and compact AK layout as particularly appealing. They mention interest in adding a brace to the rear 1913 rail and taking the pistol to the range, expecting prominent muzzle flash and noticeable muzzle rise from the short 7.62x39 barrel. The A2-style flash hider is noted for venting gas upward rather than evenly around the muzzle, which can influence how the pistol behaves under recoil. Viewers who own Century Arms imported Micro Draco or Draco pistols are invited to share their experiences and observations in reviews and comments, both to help other potential users and to point out any details that may not have been covered in the video.