Chinese military production SKS, designated Type 56 Carbine (different from Type 56 AK). Factory 26, 66, and other state factories produced this. Issued to Chinese PLA until replaced by QBZ-95. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 762x39mm Capacity: 10 Year introduced: 1956, China Weight: 160 oz Overall length: 40.2" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Collector, Hunting