Some Type 99 rifles were fitted with a folding monopod under the forend and an anti-aircraft sight on the rear sight base, reflecting Japanese doctrine that infantry rifles might be used against low-flying aircraft. These features were deleted on late-war production. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 7.7x58mm Arisaka Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1940, Japan Weight: 86 oz Overall length: 44.9" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Collecting