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Norinco Model 97 5.56 NATO 20-inch

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

Semi-auto version of the Chinese QBZ-97 bullpup chambered in 5.56 NATO

Type: Rifle

Action: Semi-Automatic

Caliber: 5.56 NATO

Capacity: 30

Year introduced: 1993, China

Weight: 98 oz

Overall length: 29.1"

Status: Discontinued

Intended use: Collector