Going from an AK to an M-16 or any variation thereof is a downgrade in my opinion. The AK is more reliable under trying environments and carries a better stopping power.
I’ll go for “Only Hits Count” for a thousand, Alex.
The AK is a serviceable weapon, but it lacks in a number of areas.
The M-16 has superior accuracy, ergonomics, and is
just as reliable as the AK with proper cleaning and
lubrication. The available accessories such as rail systems, optical sights, suppressors, etc. far outweigh the available accessories for the AK system.
The AK is a fine rifle for untrained peasants,conscripts, & point & shoot terrorists, but for a modern Army the M-16 is the best.