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ZH-29
TypeService rifle
Place of origin Czechoslovakia
Service history
Used bySee Users
Production history
DesignerVaclav Holek
Specifications
Mass4.5 kg
Length1150mm
Barrel length545mm

Cartridge7.92x57mm
ActionGas, Side Swinging Bolt
Rate of fireSemi/Select Fire
Feed system5/10/25 Round Box Magazine
SightsIron

The ZH-29 was a semi-automatic rifle developed in Czechoslovakia during the late 1920s and used by Chinese military forces. The ZH-29 is one of the first successful self loading rifles in service.

Overview

The ZH-29 is a gas operated service rifle with a similar locking system which would be later used in the Sturmgewehr 44.

Users

See also