Chinese-manufactured SKS semi-automatic carbine with a fixed 10-round integral magazine and a 20-inch barrel. Gas-operated with a tilting bolt, not technically AK-pattern but closely related in cartridge and era. Type: Semi-Auto Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 7.62x39mm Capacity: 10 Year introduced: 1965, China Weight: 8.5 oz Overall length: 40.2" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Collecting, Sporting