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RSAF Enfield Lee-Enfield No.5 Jungle Carbine .303 British

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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

Short jungle carbine variant for Pacific and Burma campaigns. Prominent muzzle flash hider, rubber recoil pad. Notorious for wandering zero — a known production issue. Collector favorite despite its flaws.

Type: Rifle

Action: Bolt-Action

Caliber: 303 British

Capacity: 10

Year introduced: 1944, UK

Weight: 161 oz

Overall length: 39.5"

Status: Discontinued

Military use: Yes

Intended use: Military, Collector