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QBZ-03

The QBZ-03 (Mandarin: Qīngwǔqi Bùqiāng Zìdòng—"light rifle automatic") assault rifle, also known as the Type 03, is a Chinese gas operated, selective-fire assault rifle designed and developed for the 5.8×42mm DBP87 round.

Key facts

Weapon.name: QBZ-03 assault rifle(Qīngwǔqi Bùqiāng Zìdòng)
Weapon.image: QBZ03 automatic rifle 20170902.jpg
Weapon.caption: QBZ03 automatic rifle
Weapon.origin: China
Weapon.type: Assault rifle
Weapon.is_ranged: Yes
Weapon.service: 2003–present
Weapon.manufacturer: Norinco
Weapon.production_date: 2003–present
Weapon.weight: (unloaded)
Weapon.length: with stock extended, with stock folded
Weapon.cartridge: 5.8×42mm DBP875.56×45mm NATO
Weapon.action: Gas operated, rotating bolt
Weapon.rate: 700–750 rounds/min
Weapon.velocity: 930 m/s (3,050 ft/s)
Weapon.feed: 30-round detachable box magazine
Weapon.sights: Fixed Type 56 style front sight, flip-up diopter rear sight

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History
Design details
Variants
T03
EM3513
QTS-11 OICW Upgrade
Users
Non-State
References
External links

Unlike the bullpup QBZ-95, the QBZ-03 has a conventional design. It is designed to be easily used by police officers and soldiers already familiar with previously issued assault rifles.