EMER-K1
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The EMER K-1, sometimes known as the EMER K1[3] or EMERK-1,[1] was a prototype bullpup assault rifle made in Myanmar by the Electrical Mechanical and Engineering Corps (EMEC).[4] Reverse engineered in 1995 from the Chinese QBZ-97 assault rifle, the EMER K-1 was prone to stoppage.
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EMER-K1 | |
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Place of origin | Myanmar |
Service history | |
Used by | Tatmadaw (primary user) |
Production history | |
Designer | Electrical Mechanical and Engineering Corps (EMEC) |
Designed | 1995 |
Manufacturer | Electrical Mechanical and Engineering Corps (EMEC) |
Produced | 1995 |
No. built | Preproduction prototypes only |
Specifications | |
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Cartridge | 5.56×45mm NATO |
Action | Gas-operated, closed bolt |
Rate of fire | 650 rounds/minute[1] |
Effective firing range | 400 m (440 yd)[1] |
Feed system | 30-round detachable STANAG box magazine |
Sights | Post front sight and adjustable rear sights |
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