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Norinco Type 56 SKS 7.62x39mm 20.47-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

Chinese designation for their SKS production; identical to Soviet.

Type: Rifle

Action: Semi-Automatic

Caliber: 7.62x39mm

Capacity: 10

Year introduced: 1956, China

Weight: 97.6 oz

Overall length: 40.2"

Status: Discontinued

Military use: Yes

Intended use: Military