Chinese Norinco production of the Soviet SKS carbine with a 20.5-inch barrel and fixed 10-round magazine, widely imported as surplus. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 7.62x39mm Capacity: 10 Year introduced: 1956, China Weight: 87 oz Overall length: 40.2" Status: Discontinued Import Military use: Yes Intended use: Military/Sporting