Hungarian 1953 Model M44 7.62mm Mosin Nagant Carbine & Folding Bayonet
SKU: HUNGARIAN 1953 MODEL M44 7.62MM MOSIN NAGANT CARBINE
Original/Reproduction: Original
Availability: In-stock
Manufacturer: FEG
Date Manufactured: 1953
Model: M44
Serial Number: BK9452
Caliber: 7.62X54R
Capacity: : 5 Round
Barrel Length: 20.2"
Total Length: 40"
Weight: ~4.05 kg (8.9 lbs)
Action: Bolt-action
Rate of fire: Entirely dependent on the skill of the operator
Sights: Hooded Front / Adjustable Rear
Bayonet: Folding
Effective firing range:
Magazine: 5 Round
Condition: 98%/Excellent
Price: $795.00
Seller Type: Classification: C&R / FFL
Seller ID: JMW
Seller Code: CA-490
Return Policy: 3-day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Description:
1953 Hungarian M44 7.62x54mmR caliber bolt action Mosin Nagant carbine. Import stamped CAI. Serial numbers match on receiver, barrel, and butt plate. Bolt stamped. BD19408. Floor plate stamped BC4196. Blued finish. Hooded front sight. Adjustable rear sight. Folding bayonet. Wood stock. Caliber / Gauge: 7.62x54mmR Barrel Length: 20.75" Serial Number: BK9452 Classification: C&R / FFL Condition: Barrel: Light finish loss. Bore: Moderate wear with good rifling. Receiver: Light finish loss. Stock: Moderate wear. Mechanically very good.
History
The Hungarian 1953 Model M44 Mosin-Nagant Carbine is a Cold War–era derivative of the Soviet M44 carbine, chambered in 7.62x54R. Manufactured in Hungary during the early 1950s under Soviet supervision, these rifles were produced primarily at the FÉG Arms Factory (Fegyver- és Gépgyár) in Budapest as part of Hungary’s rearmament under the Warsaw Pact.
Design & Features
- Carbine Variant: Shortened version of the standard Mosin-Nagant rifle, designed for cavalry, artillery, and second-line troops where compactness was preferred.
- Caliber: 7.62x54R, the same powerful rimmed cartridge used in the full-length Mosin rifles, Dragunov sniper rifles, and PKM machine guns.
- Action: Bolt-action, 5-round internal magazine loaded via stripper clips.
- Bayonet: Features the distinctive folding cruciform spike bayonet, permanently attached to the right side of the barrel and folding along the stock when not in use.
- Markings: Typically marked with the Hungarian “02” factory code (FÉG), a date stamp (usually “1953”), and the national crest of Hungary (the Rakosi-era communist star with wheat sheaves).
Historical Context
- After World War II, Hungary, under Soviet influence, adopted the M44 pattern rather than developing its own unique service rifle.
- Production began around 1952–1953 and was relatively limited compared to Soviet wartime output.
- These carbines were issued to the Hungarian People’s Army, internal security forces, and border guards.
- Though reliable and rugged, they were soon considered outdated with the introduction of the AK-47 and SKS carbines, and many were placed in storage or later exported as surplus to the international market.
Legacy
Today, the Hungarian M44 Mosin-Nagant is a sought-after collectible due to its Cold War heritage, distinct factory markings, and excellent craftsmanship compared to late-war Soviet models. Collectors often prize examples with matching serial numbers, intact crests, and original bayonets. While mechanically identical to Soviet M44s, the Hungarian carbines represent a unique piece of Eastern Bloc military history.
