The M38 Mosin-Nagant carbine was a shortened version of the M91/30 developed for cavalry, artillery, and support troops. Unlike the later M44, the M38 has no bayonet and was designed purely for compactness. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 7.62x54R Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1938, Russia Weight: 72 oz Overall length: 40.2" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Collecting