Meridian Defense MDC-47 Pestilence 7.62x39mm Battleworn 14.5" P&W ASR Rifle – Red 47 Stock

Meridian Defense MDC-47 Pestilence 7.62x39mm Battleworn 14.5" P&W ASR Rifle – Red 47 Stock

The Meridian Defense MDC-47 Pestilence 7.62x39mm Rifle is the next generation of one of Meridian Defense Corporation's most recognizable AK-pattern builds. The first of four models in Meridian Defense's limited "Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse" Series, the new Pestilence retains the unmistakable battleworn appearance of the original while introducing an extensively upgraded foundation built around Meridian's U.S.-made MDC 100 Series components.

This special MDC-47 Pestilence configuration is for sale at BattleHawk Armory and features the distinctive Apocalypse-finished Romanian wood furniture with a red-lettered "47" on the buttstock, giving this rifle an unmistakable appearance. This BattleHawk Armory configuration also utilizes a 14.5-inch CHF chrome-lined barrel with a pinned-and-welded SilencerCo ASR 3-Port Muzzle Brake, bringing the barrel assembly to the required legal overall length while providing ASR suppressor compatibility.

For shooters looking for the next evolution of the Pestilence, the Meridian Defense MDC-47 Pestilence is available at BattleHawk Armory with modern performance upgrades hidden beneath its intentionally distressed, old-world AK appearance.

Next-Generation MDC-47 Pestilence

The original Pestilence was built using Romanian military surplus components. Meridian Defense has taken the concept considerably further with the new generation, replacing the surplus foundation with its precision-built MDC 100 Series components.

These U.S.-made components are machined in-house to provide tighter tolerances, increased consistency, and improved durability while preserving the character that made the original Pestilence so recognizable.

The result is a rifle that looks like it has already survived the apocalypse but incorporates modern manufacturing, an upgraded barrel, an adjustable gas system, and suppressor-ready features.

14.5" CHF Chrome-Lined 4150 CMV Barrel

At the heart of the MDC-47 Pestilence is a U.S.-made 14.5-inch Cold Hammer Forged barrel manufactured from 4150 Chrome-Moly Vanadium steel.

The barrel is chrome lined for enhanced durability, heat resistance, corrosion resistance, and extended service life. This represents a substantial upgrade from the black-nitrided barrel used in the previous-generation Pestilence.

Barrel Specifications:

• Caliber: 7.62x39mm

• Barrel Length: 14.5 inches

• Construction: Cold Hammer Forged (CHF)

• Material: 4150 CMV steel

• Bore: Chrome lined

• Muzzle Device: SilencerCo ASR 3-Port Muzzle Brake

• Muzzle Device Installation: Pinned & welded

• Finished Barrel Length: 16"+ legal rifle configuration

Pinned & Welded ASR 3-Port Muzzle Brake

This BattleHawk Armory configuration comes equipped with a SilencerCo ASR 3-Port Muzzle Brake that is permanently pinned and welded to the 14.5-inch barrel.

The ASR brake brings the barrel assembly to the required rifle length while also providing an interface for compatible SilencerCo ASR mounting systems. This makes the Pestilence particularly well suited to shooters who want to build around a suppressor-capable AK platform without sacrificing the compact handling characteristics of a 14.5-inch barrel.

Fully Adjustable MDC Gas System

One of the most significant upgrades to the new Pestilence is Meridian Defense's fully adjustable gas system.

The adjustable low-profile MDC gas block allows the rifle to be tuned for different ammunition and operating conditions, including suppressed and unsuppressed shooting. Proper gas adjustment can help control excessive bolt velocity and over-gassing when a suppressor is installed while maintaining reliable cycling.

MDC-47 100 Series Receiver

The rifle is built around Meridian Defense's MDC-47 100 Series fully heat-treated stamped receiver.

Combined with the new U.S.-made MDC components, the receiver provides a strong and consistent foundation designed around tighter manufacturing tolerances than the military surplus component set used in the original Pestilence.

MDC-FSB Combination Front Sight & Gas Block

The Pestilence features Meridian Defense's CNC-machined MDC-FSB combination front sight and gas block.

Combining these components contributes to the rifle's compact front-end configuration while maintaining the rugged mechanical sighting system expected from an AK-pattern rifle.

Ultimak M1913 Picatinny Gas Tube

An Ultimak M1913 Picatinny gas tube provides a proven forward accessory and optics mounting surface while maintaining the traditional profile of the rifle.

The Picatinny interface allows shooters to configure the rifle with compatible red dots and other rail-mounted equipment.

Side Rail Optics Ready

In addition to the Ultimak rail, the MDC-47 Pestilence features an AK side optics rail, allowing the use of compatible traditional AK side-mount optic systems.

This provides multiple options for configuring the rifle with modern optics while preserving its classic AK appearance.

"Special Projects Div" Rear Sight Block

Adding another distinctive Meridian detail, the rear sight block features MDC "Special Projects Div" laser engraving.

It's a subtle finishing touch that complements the limited-series character of the Four Horsemen Pestilence.

Hand-Finished Romanian Apocalypse Wood Furniture

The Pestilence wouldn't be the Pestilence without its furniture.

Meridian Defense uses refinished Romanian wood furniture with its signature "Apocalypse" treatment, giving each rifle the weathered, distressed appearance associated with the Pestilence series.

This particular configuration takes that appearance one step further with a bold red "47" marking on the buttstock. Against the distressed Apocalypse wood and battleworn metal finish, the red-lettered 47 gives this rifle an immediately recognizable look.

Because of the hand-applied and refinished nature of the furniture and battleworn treatment, individual rifles may exhibit cosmetic variations that contribute to the character of each firearm.

MDC Performance Trigger

The rifle is equipped with the MDC Performance Trigger, providing a more refined trigger interface than a traditional military-pattern AK fire control group.

The modernized trigger complements the tighter tolerances and upgraded internal components found throughout the next-generation MDC-47.

Custom Battleworn Finish

A custom hand-applied battleworn finish completes the Pestilence aesthetic.

Rather than presenting as a pristine safe queen, the Pestilence is intentionally finished to look worn, rugged, and ready for the end of days. Combined with the Apocalypse wood furniture and red 47 buttstock marking, the result is unmistakably Meridian Defense.

Meridian Defense MDC-47 Pestilence Features

• 7.62x39mm

• Next-generation MDC-47 Pestilence

• First rifle in the limited Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse Series

• U.S.-made MDC 100 Series components

• Fully heat-treated stamped MDC-47 100 Series receiver

• 14.5" Cold Hammer Forged 4150 CMV barrel

• Chrome-lined bore

• SilencerCo ASR 3-Port Muzzle Brake

• Pinned & welded muzzle device for 16"+ legal rifle configuration

• Fully adjustable MDC gas system

• CNC-machined MDC-FSB combination front sight/gas block

• Ultimak M1913 Picatinny gas tube

• AK side optics rail

• MDC "Special Projects Div" laser-engraved rear sight block

• Hand-refinished Romanian "Apocalypse" wood furniture

• Distinctive red-lettered "47" buttstock

• MDC Performance Trigger

• MDC Grip

• Custom hand-applied battleworn finish

• Includes one steel ComBloc AK magazine

The Four Horsemen Begin with Pestilence

The MDC-47 Pestilence represents the beginning of Meridian Defense's next-generation Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse series. It combines the visual identity of the original Pestilence with modern U.S.-made MDC components, a CHF chrome-lined barrel, adjustable gas system, modern optics mounting options, and an ASR suppressor-compatible muzzle configuration.

For collectors of Meridian Defense rifles and shooters looking for a premium 7.62x39mm AK with a character all its own, this red "47" Meridian Defense MDC-47 Pestilence is for sale at BattleHawk Armory.

Shop the Meridian Defense MDC-47 Pestilence 7.62x39mm Battleworn Rifle at BattleHawk Armory today.

AVAILABILITY SUBJECT TO APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL LAWS, REGULATIONS, AND ORDINANCES.

ALL MERIDIAN DEFENSE MDC FIREARMS MUST BE SHIPPED TO A VALID FFL FOR TRANSFER.