The AC-96/2, also known as the Obokan, is an assault rifle that appears in S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl, S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky and S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat.
Appearances[]
Shadow of Chernobyl[]
The weapon of the elite troops in the Russian army. It was designed as a replacement for the outdated Akm 74/2. Not only the Obokan's internal mechanisms but also its receiver and its barrel are movable, which decreases the recoil and increases accuracy.
― Shadow of Chernobyl in-game description
Called the Obokan in Shadow of Chernobyl, it is the basic weapon of Duty and veteran Military stalkers, and members of the Monolith. The Obokan slightly surpasses the Akm-74/2 in terms of accuracy (making it the best candidate for a PSO-1 scope after the much harder to obtain Sniper VLA), but it has slightly longer reload times and starts to jam earlier than the Akm 74/2. On the other hand, the Fast-shooting Akm 74/2 has lower recoil and a higher fire rate, and is found in the early parts of the game. It can mount a PSO-1 scope, but it cannot mount a GP-25 grenade launcher
In version 1.0006 it doesn't have the misfire_condition_k value in the game files. However, the misfire_probability value is 0.005 (unlike other 5.45×39mm weapons which have this factor at 0.003). This means that the chance of the Obokan jamming is initially greater, but does not increase with the degradation of weapon in this version of the game.
Acquisition[]
The first time the player will usually be able to collect the weapon is likely from the Spetsnaz that assault Lab X-18 after the player obtains the Documents from Lab X18, part 4. There will be four waiting for the player at the entrance of the lab, each armed with an Obokan, and even more outside. An even earlier location would be in the Agroprom facility, after the player helps Mole, a raid of Speznaz soldiers enters the facility to clear it from remaining Loners. They stay for a limited amount of time but can be killed before entering the underground. Otherwise, the player can easily find it in the Red Forest and Pripyat as it is the standard assault rifle for most experienced/veterans of the Monolith faction. It is also used by most Duty stalkers at the Bar area, although killing a Duty guard there will cause the faction to become hostile to the player, making it not specifically worth it.
The Obokan is sold by Sakharov, Colonel Petrenko, and Barkeep.
The Obokan in mint condition can be obtained out in the open in two places:
- First is in Dark Valley at the Bandits' base, under one of the trucks there is an Obokan and two boxes of 5.45x39mm ammunition.
- The second place is at the Freedom base; in Chef's building, search the backrooms. Besides food and some other items, one can find an Obokan either in or behind a fridge.
It can be retrieved from the following stashes:
- Two Obokans in mint condition can be found in the stash "Warehouse in the train car" located a bit to the north of the factory in the Dark Valley. The coordinates can be found on the Spetsnaz that storm the factory after the Lab X-18 documents are collected.
It is also used by the following characters:
Unique variants[]
- Sniper Obokan - a unique Obokan with a built-in PSO-1 scope and better accuracy than the base model.
- Storming Obokan - a unique Obokan with a built-in GP-25 grenade launcher and higher reliability than the base model.
Clear Sky[]
A 1996 model based on the AK47. Designed for accurate short-burst fire. Uses 5.45x39 mm ammo.
― In-game description
Called the AC96/2 in Clear Sky, the weapon is possessed by Experienced and Veteran members of Duty, the Military and the Monolith; though some of Duty's expert Exoskeleton units use an upgraded AC96/2 (with better firing rate, ability to mount underbarrel grenade launcher and a PSO-1 scope).
The AC96/2's stats are dramatically changed from Shadow of Chernobyl; now it rivals NATO class weaponry, making it a good choice for those who prefer to use 5.45x39mm ammunition without spending money on mods, or just prefer the looks of Soviet firearms. The AC96/2 has a slightly better rate of fire and accuracy than the AKM-74/2, but has a slightly lower damage value (not very noticeable, but can be a factor for those attempting to make this weapon into a sniper analogue) and handling. It can easily fit both the roles of assault and sniping. Thunderov, Gray, and Yar can upgrade it with superior accuracy or higher firing rate. It needs to be upgraded to mount a GP-25 grenade launcher, but can mount a PSO-1 scope and a suppressor by default.
Overall, the AC96/2 is a good weapon choice for a player who wants performance at a reasonable price. It can be acquired early on near the military base perimeter at the Cordon by killing one of the Spetsnaz that routinely patrol the base's area. It is the second cheapest assault rifle to repair, and compared to the NATO 5.56x45mm rifles, does not have the reliability problems and is almost as accurate. On the other hand, a fully upgraded AKM-74/2 has almost the same statistics, but is lighter, cheaper to repair and easier to obtain.
In an alternative point of view, the weapon will be very hard pressed to last even early into late game as upgrading the Tunder for 5.45 gives far superior damage values for a medium range weapon but with heavy bullet drop off, while a converted NATO weapon to 5.45 will offer overall greater performance for a long range weapon, especially if one is to convert a SGI-5k. The only weapon that the Obokan clearly outperforms is the IL 86 because of its absurdly high jamming threshold.
Acquisition[]
It is sold by Mitay regardless of faction alignment, although it is easier to salvage one from a fallen Dutyer, as their corpses are a common find.
It can be obtained from the following stashes:
Notable users:
Upgrades[]
Color-coded upgrades are mutually exclusive.
 Bolt mechanism modification (2000 RU)  Fire rate +15%A technological modification of the bolt mechanism allows for a higher rate of fire.
 Bolt mechanism modification (2000 RU)  Accuracy +10%Careful adjustment of the bolt mechanism increases the weapon's precision.
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 Improved mechanism balance (3000 RU) Fire rate +25%Better balancing of the mechanism's working parts allows the weapon's rate of fire to be significantly increased.
 Barrel replacement (3000 RU)  Flatness +50%This durable steel barrel resists deformation and allows for better bullet acceleration.
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Gas system modification (5000 RU) Fire rate +30%A modernized gas system allows for a higher rate of fire.
 Gravitational stabilizer (5000 RU) Accuracy +30%Improves accuracy by stabilizing the bullet using gravitational artifacts.
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 Operating rod modification (2000 RU)  Recoil -30%Mounting an operating rod compensator allows recoil to be reduced.
 Operating rod modification (2000 RU) Recoil -50%, RPM loweredReducing operating rod weight reduces recoil at the expense of the weapon's rate of fire.
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 Under-barrel attachment mount (2000 RU)  Underbarrel mountAllows you to attach an under-barrel grenade launcher to your weapon.
 Pneumatic booster (2000 RU) Flatness +50%Mounting an interior pheumatic booster increases muzzle velocity.
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 Barrel modification (3000 RU) Recoil -20%Installing a muzzle brake allows recoil to be reduced significantly.
 Soft trigger (3000 RU) Accuracy +20%A smooth trigger pull allows firing accuracy to be increased.
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 Lightweight stock (2000 RU)  Handling +15%Replaces the standard stock with a lightweight version.
 Pneumatic stock (2000 RU) Recoil -10%The special stock design allows recoil to be reduced considerably.
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 Extended magazine (2000 RU)  Mag. size +15Increasing magazine capacity using improvised means.
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 5.56x45 mm сaliber (1200 RU)  Caliber 5.56x45The barrel is replaced and gun parts are adjusted to the new caliber. This replacement can only be performed once.
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Unique variants[]
- Duty member's assault rifle - a unique AC96/2 identical to the base model, featured in an optional side mission (Return Duty member's assault rifle).
- AC96sl - a variant that was cut from the final release of the game.
Call of Pripyat[]
A modern assault rifle developed as a replacement for the ageing AKM 74/2. The main difference is its high speed 2-round burst firing mode, which allows two bullets to be fired at exactly the same spot on a target up to 100 meters away. This significantly increases the likelihood of hitting the target in comparison to the 1 round firing mode, which considerably improves kill potential, stopping power and armor piercing capability.
― Call of Pripyat in-game description
Upgrade view
In Call of Pripyat the weapon is called AC-96/2. It is given yet another boost, making it one of the best 5.45mm rifles available to the player, along with the unique Storm.
The unique two-bullet fire mode now slightly mirrors the real-life version; the first two bullets fired from the AC-96/2 (whether in the two round mode or normal full auto mode) will have identical accuracy and slightly higher speed than other bullets (instead of having a higher firing rate). Just like the AKM-74/2, the AC-96/2 can take both the PSO-1 scope and GP-25 grenade launcher as attachments, though it needs a tool-less Tier 1 upgrade for the latter, but can no longer mount a silencer, meaning it can no longer used for stealth purposes. When scoped and with the semi-auto firing mode selected, the AC-96/2 can serve as a makeshift sniper rifle. A key downside to using it early on is the repair cost, which is double that of the AKM-74/2U.
Acquisition[]
The rifle is fairly common in Jupiter, being used by Duty stalkers, but one can be salvaged early in the game in the Zaton Sawmill, as there is a large number of Zombified Stalkers in the area and one of them may be carrying the weapon. It is also a standard weapon for the Monolith faction, and is occasionally wielded by Loners. Hawaiian seldom has the weapon available for sale at the start of the game, but it becomes much more common after completing missions for Duty, while it becomes extremely rare if the player sides with Freedom instead. Owl rarely sells the weapon, but it is a little more common after achieving friendly reputation with the Loners.
Scoped AC-96/2s are used by Klimenko, Valentyr, Podorozhny, Rogovets, Smirnov, Sokolov and Skelya. Since Skelya and Klimenko are scripted to die during the storyline, the weapon can be collected near their body. Valentyr and Podorozhny may die in both the missions Unidentified weapon and Evacuation, and Sokolov, assuming he survived the Pripyat 1 underpass, can be killed in Monolith forces and Evacuation as well, though having them die is not worth it as the weapon is likely not to be useful at this part of the game.
The AC-96/2 can also be found in a secret stash in Jupiter, along with a PSO-1 scope and 180 5.45mm rounds. The stash is located just outside of the east entrance to Yanov station (the entrance that faces Zulu's tower). Directly in front of this entrance, one will see a building with stairs on the left side. Look in the desk beneath the stairs to claim the goods. Another is found in Pripyat, in a stash in a staircase going down in an apartment building, to the northwest of the Yubileiny Service Center.
Upgrades[]
 Addition of a mobile counter-weight (700 RU)  Recoil -10%A counter-weight is installed as an additional component into the receiver to reduce recoil by means of counter force.
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 Automatic two-position gas regulator (1050 RU)  Reliability +15%Installation of a special mechanism to protect the weapon from dirt.
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 Automatic round feeding (1300 RU)  Fire rate +25%Installation of a mechanism with mobile components that increase round feeding speed when the weapon is fired.
 Built-in recoil amortization system (1300 RU) Recoil -30%An integrated improvement that is normally used for sniper rifles in view of the considerable increase in the weapon's weight.
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 Reinforced return spring (700 RU)  Flatness +10%The reinforced spring is used to increase bullet speed.
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 Addition of a balancing element (1050 RU)  Accuracy +20%A synthetic element installed onto rods ensures that they move strictly as intended, increasing accuracy.
 Titanium return mechanism rods (1050 RU) Fire rate +15%Titanium rods can endure a much higher rate of fire than regular rods.
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 Return mechanism sleeve thickener (1300 RU) Flatness +30%Thickening of the sleeve allows barrel pressure to be increased, improving bullet speed.
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 Solid bolt installation (700 RU) Reliability +10%This fairly expensive modification is actually common for new generation weapons.
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 Directed gas energy (1050 RU) Flatness +20%Reducing the gas chamber diameter by means of synthetic thickeners considerable increases bullet speed.
 Installation of an additional gas piston (1050 RU) Recoil -20%A second piston moves the counter-weight, compensating for the bolt mechanism movement impulse.
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 Change to a roller system with a semifree bolt (1300 RU) Accuracy +30%Often used in modern weaponry, a roller locking system reduces recoil and improves groupings.
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 Impact-resistant polymer stock (700 RU)  Weight -1.00 kgThe advantage of this European standard modification is reduced weight without a fall in reliability.
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 Ergonomic receiver shape (1050 RU)  Handling +15%A more convenient handle shape, which allows for better handling of the weapon when firing on the move.
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 Inclined handle (1300 RU) Handling +25%A light mobile component is installed in the inclined handle to stabilize the weapon by creating a counter-effect to recoil when the weapon is fired.
 Smoothing receiver groove and indent sputter (1300 RU) Flatness +30%This sputter prevents the barrel from overheating, removes manufacturing defects and significantly increases the barrel's life cycle.
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 Underbarrel grenade launcher (2700 RU) Underbarrel mountInstallation of a mount for attachment of an underbarrel grenade launcher.
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Sounds[]
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| Draw | |||
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| Shoot | |||
| Shoot (GP-25) | |||
| Empty | |||
| Reload | |||
| Reload (GP-25) | |||
| Switching (weapon/GP-25) | |||
| Idle | N/A | ||
Gallery[]
Shadow of Chernobyl[]
Clear Sky and Call of Pripyat[]
Trivia[]
- The weapon is referred to as ON-94 in the inventory description of the 5.45x39mm BP ammunition in Shadow of Chernobyl.
- In Shadow of Chernobyl, the Obokan's barrel will reciprocate when firing and reloading. However, in Clear Sky and Call of Pripyat, the barrel does not move at all.
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