KBR-18 (Rifle)
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KBR-18 | |
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Type | Battle rifle |
Place of origin | Joseon |
Service history | |
In service | 2027–present |
Used by | Royal Joseon Armed Forces |
Production history | |
Designer | Soonyang Defense |
Manufacturer | Soonyang Defense |
Produced | 2023–present |
Specifications | |
Weight | 4.2 kg (9.3 lb) |
Length | 993 mm (39.1 in) (stock extended) |
Width | 77 mm (3.0 in) |
Height | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
Cartridge | 7.62×51mm |
Action | Gas-operated short-stroke piston, rotating bolt |
Rate of fire | 600 rounds/min |
Muzzle velocity | 775 m/s (2,540 ft/s) (16.5 in) |
Effective firing range | 700 m (765.5 yd) |
Feed system | 20- or 25-round detachable box magazine |
Sights | Iron or optical sights (Picatinny rail) |
The KBR-18 Battle Rifle is the Battle Rifle in use by the Royal Joseon Armed Forces. KBR-18 is used as the main infantry firearm by designated marksman in each infantry squad or search battalions. Soonyang Defense was responsible for the design of the rifle and is dedicated to its production. it is intended for use where the penetrative power, stopping power, and range of the 5.56×45mm standard rifles would otherwise be insufficient. The KBR-18 is gas-operated, has a rotating bolt and is capable of selective fire.