Zastava Arms ZPAP85 Semi-Auto Rifle 5.56 NATO 16″ Barrel 30+1 Underfolding Stock

The Zastava Arms ZPAP85 brings the proven reliability of Serbian AK engineering to the 5.56 NATO cartridge in a compact, range-ready package. Built on Zastava’s cold hammer-forged heritage, this semi-automatic rifle delivers solid performance for range training, competition, and home defense. The underfolding stock keeps the platform maneuverable without sacrificing the rugged build quality Zastava is known for.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .223 REM / 5.56 NATO for wide ammunition compatibility.
• The barrel measures 16 inches, keeping the rifle legal and handling crisp.
• A 1-in-7 inch rate of twist optimizes stability with standard 5.56 NATO projectiles.
• Ships with a 30-round magazine and a total capacity of 30+1.
• Overall length of 24.5 inches makes this one of the more compact AK-pattern rifles available.
• Features Krinkov-style adjustable sights for quick, field-proven target acquisition.
• Semi-automatic action with an AK-pattern gas-operated operating system.
• Classified as a rifle per ATF guidelines.

The ZPAP85 is a serious option for shooters who want AK-platform reliability chambered in a widely available NATO cartridge. Zastava’s reputation for tight tolerances and durable construction means this rifle is built to run—not just to sit in a safe. Whether you’re putting rounds downrange or adding a capable defensive rifle to your collection, the ZPAP85 underfolding configuration delivers an exceptionally functional platform backed by decades of proven military-pattern manufacturing.