Type 77 heavy machine gun
| Type 77 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Heavy machine gun |
| Place of origin |
 China |
| Service history | |
| Used by | China, Cambodia |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Norinco |
| Produced | 1977- |
| 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 | 12.7×108mm |
| 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 12.7 mm heavy machine gun. The Type 85 is a “product improved” version. The weapon is both gas (three settings) and recoil operated. [1] The ammunition belt is the standard DShK metal non-disintegrating link.
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