Norinco CQ
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The Type CQ is an unlicensed Chinese variant of the M16 rifle manufactured by Norinco.[3] According to the Norinco website, the rifle is officially known as CQ 5.56.[4]
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![]() The NORINCO Type CQ 5.56×45mm NATO assault rifle, right side | |
Type | Assault rifle |
Place of origin | China |
Service history | |
In service | 1980s–present |
Used by | See Operators |
Wars | |
Production history | |
Designer | Norinco |
Manufacturer | Norinco |
Produced | 1980s–present |
Variants | See Variants |
Specifications | |
Mass | 2.9 kg (Empty) |
Length | 1000 mm (39,3 in) |
Barrel length | 508 mm (20 in.) |
Cartridge | 5.56×45mm NATO (only non-NATO standard 55-grain M193 "Ball" cartridge), .223 Remington (Semi-automatic sporter model) |
Caliber | 5.56mm |
Action | Gas operated, rotating bolt |
Rate of fire | 900 RPM (Select-fire version only) |
Muzzle velocity | 990 m/s (3,200 ft/s) |
Maximum firing range | 460 m (1,510 ft) |
Feed system | 20/30-round detachable box magazine (STANAG 4179) |
Sights | Iron sights |
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It can be distinguished from other AR-15 and M16 pattern rifles by its long, revolver-like pistol grip, somewhat rounded handguards, and the unique shape of its stock.