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Howa Type 89

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Howa Type 89 in 5.56x45mm
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Type 89-F assault rifle with folding stock for paratroopers

Specifications

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.

Film

  • JGSDF airborne unit in Sensenfukoku (宣戦布告 "declaration of war")

Television

Anime

Video Games

Red Steel