Standard German Wehrmacht bolt-action rifle of WWII. A shortened and refined version of the Gewehr 98, with turned-down bolt handle and improved sights. The most-produced German rifle of the war. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 7.92x57mm Mauser Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1935, Germany Weight: 128 oz Overall length: 43.7" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: military