The Riley Defense RAK308 is an AK-pattern semi-automatic rifle chambered in .308 Win with a 19.65-inch 4150 nitride barrel and wood furniture. It has a 10+1 round capacity and ships with a black receiver. The California-compliant version is also available. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Riley Defense 
• Model: RAK308 
• Caliber: .308 Win 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 10+1 
• Barrel Length: 19.65" 
• Finish: 4150 Nitride 
• Stock: Wood 
   

Detailed Features 

• AK-pattern platform chambered in .308 Win 
• 19.65-inch 4150 nitride steel barrel 
• Wood furniture with black receiver 
• 10+1 round capacity 
• California-compliant configuration available

Owners of the Riley Defense RAK308 generally appreciate getting an AK-pattern .308 rifle at a more accessible price point than competing imports or custom builds. The wood furniture gets consistent positive comments for its traditional look and feel, though some buyers note fit and finish can vary between individual examples.

Field use feedback on the RAK308 centers on the longer 19.65-inch barrel, which shooters find adds muzzle velocity for the .308 Win cartridge but makes the overall package bulkier than shorter AK variants. The 10+1 capacity draws mixed reactions from those accustomed to larger-capacity .308 platforms.

Reliability opinions split somewhat: most owners report solid function across a range of .308 Win ammunition, while a minority flag occasional feeding hiccups during break-in. The CA-compliant version draws predictable frustration from buyers forced into that configuration, though they generally acknowledge the underlying rifle is the same.