Chinese licensed copy of the Soviet SKS carbine, produced at multiple Chinese state arsenals. The most abundant variant of the SKS in the global market, distinguished by factory codes (Factory 26, 36, 66, etc.) stamped on the receiver. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 7.62x39mm Capacity: 8 Year introduced: 1956, China Weight: 29 oz Overall length: 7.68" Status: Active Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Civilian, Sporting, Collecting