The G36K (Kurz - short) is the compact variant of the G36, issued to the German KSK special forces and vehicle crews. Features a shorter barrel and carbine-length handguard while retaining the same operating system as the full-size G36. Type: Semi-Auto Rifle Action: Gas-Operated Caliber: 5.56x45mm Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 1997, Germany Weight: 6.7 oz Overall length: 28.9" Status: Active Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Special Operations