The Berlin-Lubecker Maschinenfabriken produced Kar 98k rifles under the duv code in early production. This facility represents one of several industrial contractors expanded for wartime rifle production beyond traditional arms manufacturers. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 8x57mm Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1940, Germany Weight: 91 oz Overall length: 43.7" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Collecting