The primary Japanese service rifle for most of WWII, chambered in the mild-recoiling 6.5mm Arisaka. Its very long barrel and bayonet gave Japanese infantry an extreme reach advantage in close combat. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 6.5x50mm Arisaka Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1905, Japan Weight: 222.4 oz Overall length: 50.2" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Service, Military