A takedown variant of the Type 99 designed for Japanese paratroopers, featuring a transverse locking wedge allowing the barrel to be detached for jumping. Relatively rare compared to standard Type 99 production. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 7.7x58mm Arisaka Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1942, Japan Weight: 211.2 oz Overall length: 45.1" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Airborne, Military