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Difference between revisions of "Howa Type 89"
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| − | Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO | + | Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO |
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Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt | Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt | ||
| − | Overall length: 864 mm | + | |
| + | Overall length: 864 mm | ||
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Barrel length: 420 mm | Barrel length: 420 mm | ||
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Weigth: 3.5 kg unloaded | Weigth: 3.5 kg unloaded | ||
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Magazine capacity: 30 rds | Magazine capacity: 30 rds | ||
Revision as of 16:18, 19 August 2008
Type 89 assault rifle (Japan)
Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt
Overall length: 864 mm
Barrel length: 420 mm
Weigth: 3.5 kg unloaded
Magazine capacity: 30 rds
Type 89 rifle was developed by HOWA Machinery Co., Japan, for National Defence Forces of Japan.
Type 89 rifle is a select-fire, gas-operated, rotating bolt firearm. The gas action and bolt group is somewhat similar to USA-designed AR-18 rifle, previously manufactured by HOWA uned license from Armalite Co (USA). Type 89 rifle has receiver made from stamped steel, polymer furniture and flip-up aperture rear sights. It also has lightweight folding bipods. Type 89 rifle may fire rifle grenades.