Production designation for the Gewehr 43 — "K43" designation was used interchangeably with G43 on receivers. The same weapon, the K43 designation was intended to reflect its carbine-length handling. Type: Rifle Action: Gas-Operated Caliber: 7.92x57mm Mauser Capacity: 10 Year introduced: 1943, Germany Weight: 100 oz Overall length: 44" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: military