Heavy-barrel RPK-pattern Norinco AK with a 16.5-inch barrel and thicker receiver construction. Imported with a thumbhole stock. One of the few Chinese RPK-pattern rifles available to US civilians. Type: Semi-Auto Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 7.62x39mm Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 1991, China Weight: 9.5 oz Overall length: 40.5" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Collecting, Sporting