Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK
Arktis SMERSH-AK

Arktis SMERSH-AK

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Comes Complete — Pouches & Buttpack Included

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Specs & Features

Specs

  • Comes as a complete set with buttpack and AKM Pouches as pictured
  • buttpack Capacity: 5.5-6L
  • 500D Cordura Nylon Construction
  • Color-matched Russian "Olive" colorway
  • NIR Compliant fabrics to reduce visibility under night vision
  • Same Polymer & Metal buckle combination as original SSO SMERSH
  • Waist & Height Adjustable from approximately US Size XS-2XL

Features

  • Snap/velcro closure Magazine pouches with shock cord cinch designed for use with AK platforms, compatible with many others. (See further details below)
  • "Flare" pockets on pouch exterior
  • Modular shoulder-mounted "PPI" pouch for small IFAK Items
  • "MOLLE" webbing on Shoulder harness and buttpack sides (Russian variant of PALS, not 100% compatible with western pouches, but similar enough to make work)
  • Rugged drag/carry handle on shoulder harness
  • Auxiliary grenade pouches on side of main mag pouch cells
  • Modular Expandable buttpack with interior cinch & exterior compression straps — may be mounted at hips or in "backpack" position.
  • Posterior mounting straps for carrying tarps & small shelter halves
  • Large structural belt with oversized buckle and padding to distribute weight at hips
Sizing Notes

Our SMERSH-AK belt kit is a one-size-fits-most rig with the exact same specifications as the original.

i.e., If the original SSO SMERSH fits you, you'll fit in ours.

It features an adjustable waist that accommodates for 28.5-46.5" (72-118 cm) or the small end of XS to the large end of 2XL.

The 'yoke' of the rig is also highly adjustable to accommodate most heights. You'll want the rig to sit at your hips for optimal weight distribution and comfort.

Explore Our SMERSH

Down to the Details

We've done our best to clone the original fan-favorite, but with enhanced quality control & materials selection.

It's far beyond the "Airsoft" quality of the SSO/SPOSN SMERSH, without sacrificing any of the rugged simplicity of the original.

If you love the original SMERSH or it's derivatives, you'll love ours even more.

Familiar Feel, Upgraded Durability

Low NIR Reflectivity

Type-A QC & Our Guarantee

Piece By Piece

The SMERSH excels at carrying a large amount of gear with as little stress to the user as possible.
We've broken down our kit below to demonstrate it's capability.

SMERSH Harness

Modular & Timeless

The wide belt and simple loop system makes it easy to customize SMERSH with any combination of it's pouches.

And because it's a clone of the original, it'll work with original SMERSH compatible pouches too.

SMERSH Buttpack

A Spacious Trunk

The buttpack is perfect for carrying what you don't need immediate access to, but helps you bring more than you'll need on your expeditions.

With an internal cinch and a double buckled lid, it resists water entry and has the ability to expand and contract with any loadout.

SMERSH Magazine Pouches

All-Rounder Pouches

Featuring an internal plastic divider, the pouches are designed to hold 4 30-round AK magazines but works with a variety of platforms. Six AR-15 Magazines total fit comfortably and are easily retrieved using mag assists or ranger plates.

SMERSH Magazine Pouches, Cont.

Don't Forget Your 'Nades

The internal divider is removable, making it a versatile way to carry extra water, a radio, and more are right at home.

The small side-mounted pockets are perfect for boo-boo kits, compact Tourniquets, compasses & GPS units, and of course, your favorite throwable.

SMERSH PPI Pouch

IFAK Extras

The "PPI" Pouch is typically mounted on the PALS webbing on the shoulders but can also be mounted on the belt.

It's perfect for quick access to bandages and other small IFAK items.
AKM-Style Magazines

As this is a clone of the SMERSH intended for the AKM platform, expect the classic 30-rounders for 7.62x39 chambered rifles to fit perfectly.

5.45 magazines of the 30-round variety will also fit.

Taller magazines such as the 40 round magazines intended for the RPK will exceed the available flap length on the pouches and may only be able to be ran open-top.

NATO/STANAG Magazines

AR-15 and other STANAG-styled magazines will fit comfortably, however, they may be difficult to access quickly due to the depth of the pouch itself.

You can add mag assists/ranger plates to each magazine or add a filler (foam or plastic wedge) to the bottom of the pouch to make your freedom filled STANAG mags work just as well as the commie mags.

All Other Magazines

While we don't have extensive experience running other types of magazines in SMERSH, SCAR/FAL magazines have been tested to fit, but may be difficult to extract due to their shorter height.

The same should apply for most other similarly sized 7.62x51 NATO magazines.

For pistol caliber carbine "stick" magazines, you may find that they're too tall for the closure to secure, similar to the 40 round RPK magazine's situation.

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Reviews From The Zone

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Reviewed by Corey M.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Weight
190-210
Height
5' 11"
How It FIts
Perfect Fit
Product Standouts
  • High Quality
  • Ease Of Adjustment
  • Closely Clones Original Rig
  • Comfortable Under Load
  • Magazine Compatibility
Have You Owned a SMERSH/Jaeger before?
No, This is My First SMERSH/Jaeger
What Platforms Do You Use With SMERSH (Airsoft Counts Too)
  • AKM/RPK
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Well made Smersh

Always wanted one and this one is high quality.

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Reviewed by Lucas V.
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I recommend this product
Weight
125-140
Height
5' 8"
How It FIts
Perfect Fit
What Platforms Do You Use With SMERSH (Airsoft Counts Too)
  • Other
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

good

buy it

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Reviewed by Ethan B.
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I recommend this product
Weight
140-150
Height
5' 11"
How It FIts
Perfect Fit
Product Standouts
  • Magazine Compatibility
  • Ease Of Adjustment
  • High Quality
Have You Owned a SMERSH/Jaeger before?
No, This is My First SMERSH/Jaeger
What Platforms Do You Use With SMERSH (Airsoft Counts Too)
  • 5.56 AR-15/STANAG
  • AKM/RPK
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Nyet! Rig is fine!

I’m sure you’ve seen by all the other reviews, and you’re on the fence about this rig, lemme help you decide. Buy this rig. For the price point it’s solid; sure, you can cheap out and buy some surp Smersh or a knock off via Amazon, but you’re paying for worse quality overall. This rig is built excellently, and it’ll outlast any other Smersh rig you can find on the market. Ample storage, looks badass, and you can finally kick off your Slavic kit in style. You won’t regret it.

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Reviewed by Kenneth M.
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I recommend this product
Weight
160-175
Height
6'
How It FIts
Perfect Fit
Product Standouts
  • Comfortable Under Load
  • Closely Clones Original Rig
  • Magazine Compatibility
  • Ease Of Adjustment
  • High Quality
Have You Owned a SMERSH/Jaeger before?
Yes, A Real Surplus SMERSH/Jaeger
What Platforms Do You Use With SMERSH (Airsoft Counts Too)
  • AKM/RPK
  • Other
  • 5.56 AR-15/STANAG
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

An honest review of the Arktis Smersh

Hello comrades!

So... usually when I review something, I typically put the product through its paces first, before I can give a solid review. To put it simply, this rig has been absolutely perfect and has been very good to me. However there have been a couple hiccups that are lil bit concerning if you are looking to use it for prolonged periods of time...

SO, there are only a couple minor negatives about this rig that I have had so far, that of which being stitching, and a buckle. The first thing that caught my eye was the stitching on id say the most important spot on the entire rig, THE BUTTPACK. There are two D-rings that are on the back and towards the top of the buttpack, and of how ive known to properly attach the buttpack is loop the shoulder harness straps through the D-rings on the padded belt, and then the buttpack D-rings, that way it'll hold the top of the buttpack close to the belt without the pack bouncing around and sagging down more than it needs to. Now, because of this, ive noticed the stitching on the nylon loops that secure the D-rings to the buttpack have begin to stretch over time and while under load, and the stitching on the far sides actually ripping apart. This poses a problem because one would assume after a lot of prolonged use, and maybe some abuse, that can be a failure point on the buttpack and its load bearing capabilities.

The other hiccup that happened to me, was specifically the smaller waist buckle that holds the magazine pouches in…

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Reviewed by Davey R.
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I recommend this product
Weight
160-175
Height
6'
How It FIts
Perfect Fit
Have You Owned a SMERSH/Jaeger before?
No, This is My First SMERSH/Jaeger
What Platforms Do You Use With SMERSH (Airsoft Counts Too)
  • 5.56 AR-15/STANAG
  • AKM/RPK
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Smersh

Great quality material and stitching.Fits the ar & ak mags as described.If you're on the fence I would get one.This is just my bias,but this one is better than the Niemoller rig,but just my bias.

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