The primary Japanese sniper rifle of WWII, built on a selected Type 38 action with a 2.5x scope mounted offset to allow stripper-clip loading. Used by Japanese snipers throughout the Pacific campaign. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 6.5x50mm Arisaka Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1937, Japan Weight: 230.4 oz Overall length: 50.2" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Sniper, Military