Type 77 | |
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Type | Heavy machine gun |
Place of origin | China |
Service history | |
Used by | China, Cambodia |
Specifications | |
Weight | 28 kg (61.73 lb) (gun only) 28.3 kg (62.39 lb) (tripod) |
Length | 2,150 mm (84.6 in) |
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Cartridge | 12.7x108mm |
Action | gas |
Rate of fire | 650-700 rounds/min |
Feed system | belt 60 rounds |
Sights | Iron/Optical |
The Type 77 heavy machine gun is described as China’s first generation designed 12.7mm anti-aircraft machine gun. The Type 85 is a “product improved” version. The weapon is both gas (three settings) and recoil operated. The ammunition belt is the standard DShK metal non-disintegrating link.