Arms

MA-3

AK-Styled

Distinguishing Features

  • Carbine version of the series derived from the basic MA-1 model
  • More compact and lighter
  • Mounts a shorter barrel and a skeletonised iron side-folding stock

Note: data below is for Mk. I model

Ammunition
5.56 x 45mm
Weight
3.5kg, with loaded magazine 4.12kg
Length
375mm
Range
400m (effective)
Manufacturer
DDI / Ka Pa Sa (Myanmar)
User
Army (often SOF units)

Details

Mk. I

  • Short rear sights

 

Mk. II

  • Taller rear sights
  • Shorter gas block

 

Mk. III

  • Carbine version of the QBZ bullpup, hence with a shorter barrel compared to previous QBZ-97-inspired Mk. III models
  • Recent footage shows SOF personnel armed with what appears to be MA-3 Mk IIIs with:
  • More rectangular-shaped carrying handle
  • More ergonomic front handgrips with rectangular vents
  • These components make the design resemble the QBZ-97 original even more, and could belong to an upgraded version of the MA-3 Mk III
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