The G36K (Kurz) is a short-barreled carbine variant of the G36 with a 12.5-inch barrel, used by police and special units requiring a more compact rifle. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 1997, Germany Weight: 74 oz Overall length: 29.5" Status: Active Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Law Enforcement, Special Operations