Standard Japanese infantry rifle of WWII. Replaced the 6.5mm Type 38 with a more powerful 7.7mm cartridge. Featured a chrome-lined barrel, folding wire monopod, and anti-aircraft sights. Quality declined sharply in late-war "last ditch" production. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 7.7x58mm Arisaka Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1939, Japan Weight: 86 oz Overall length: 44.1" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: military