The Karabiner 98b was a designation applied to standard-length Gewehr 98 rifles retained by the Reichswehr under the terms of the Versailles Treaty, which prohibited Germany from issuing full-length military rifles. By calling the G98 a "carbine," Germany technically complied with treaty restrictions while maintaining its existing rifle inventory. The 98b was identical to the G98 except for bent bolt handle and revised sling arrangement. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 8mm Mauser Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1923, Germany Weight: 9 oz Overall length: 49" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: military, collector, historical