US Palm, MA1196A Banana Yellow, 30 Round, 7.62x39mm, Fits AK-47 / AKM - SKU: MA1196A - UPC: 787450680197
Product Description
The US Palm AK-30R 30-Round 7.62x39mm Magazine in "Banana Yellow" (MA1196A) is a special edition, high-visibility feed device engineered for AK-47 and AKM pattern rifles. Inspired by the popular community meme turning curved AK magazines into "bananas," this factory US Palm magazine features a vibrant yellow polymer body paired with a blue baseplate and follower, complete with custom "Chiquita-style" US Palm branding and a commemorative moral patch.
Beyond its unique visual aesthetic, the MA1196A is built on US Palm's legendary hard-use AK magazine architecture. Molded from an ultra-durable, high-impact polymer compound, the housing features steel-reinforced front and rear locking lugs that guarantee a tight, rock-solid lockup across standard mil-spec AK magwells without cracking under aggressive rock-and-lock reloads.
Internally, the US Palm Banana magazine utilizes a low-friction, anti-tilt polymer follower driven by a heavy-duty stainless steel spring to deliver continuous tension and reliable feeding under rapid firing schedules. Combined with waffle-ribbed side texturing for positive tactile control during speed reloads, the US Palm MA1196A delivers meme-tier aesthetics paired with duty-tier performance for range staging.
*Armorer Bench Notes & Real-World Staging Guidance:
Fitment Matrix: Direct fit for all standard AK-47, AKM, and KS-47 pattern rifles and pistols chambered in 7.62x39mm (Galil ACE, WASR-10, SAM7, GF3, ZPAP M70).
- Verify host AK firearm is completely clear, safety lever raised, bolt carrier held rearward, and chamber physically confirmed empty.
- Load 7.62x39mm cartridges by pressing each round straight down past the feed lips, ensuring the cartridge rim rests fully against the rear housing wall.
- Insert front locking lug of the magazine into the front receiver notch of the AK lower receiver.
- Rock the magazine firmly rearward until the rear steel locking tab engages the magazine release latch with a sharp, distinct click.
- Perform a tactile pull test to confirm positive latch retention before chambering a live round for range staging.
Key Features
- Special Edition "Banana" Styling: Vibrant yellow polymer housing with blue baseplate/follower and included custom morale patch.
- Steel-Reinforced Locking Lugs: Embedded steel front beak and rear locking tab prevent tab wear and ensure long-term receiver lockup.
- High-Impact Polymer Housing: Sealed polymer structure resists crushing, drops, and chemical solvents.
- Anti-Tilt Blue Follower: Smooth-gliding internal follower maintains steady cartridge angle to prevent nose-dive jams.
- Waffle-Ribbed Exterior Grip: Deep waffle texturing provides non-slip control during wet, gloved, or high-speed mag changes.
- Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Spring: Long-life internal spring retains tension through extended fully-loaded storage cycles.
Product Specifications
- Brand: US Palm / Century Arms
- Model: AK-30R 30-Round Magazine (Banana Edition)
- MPN: MA1196A
- SKU: MA1196A
- UPC: 787450680197
- Caliber: 7.62x39mm
- Capacity: 30 Rounds
- Body Material: Reinforced Polymer w/ Steel Lugs
- Finish/Color: Banana Yellow Body / Blue Baseplate & Follower
- Country of Origin: USA
