EMER-K1

The EMER K-1, sometimes known as the EMER K1 or EMERK-1, was a prototype bullpup assault rifle made in Myanmar by the Electrical Mechanical and Engineering Corps (EMEC). Reverse engineered in 1995 from the Chinese QBZ-97 assault rifle, the EMER K-1 was prone to stoppage.

EMER-K1
Type
Place of originMyanmar
Service history
Used byTatmadaw (primary user)
Production history
DesignerElectrical Mechanical and Engineering Corps (EMEC)
Designed1995
ManufacturerElectrical Mechanical and Engineering Corps (EMEC)
Produced1995
No. builtPreproduction prototypes only
Specifications
Mass
  • 4 kg (8.8 lb) (no magazine, assault rifle)
  • 4.5 kg (9.9 lb) (light machine gun)

Cartridge5.56×45mm NATO
ActionGas-operated, closed bolt
Rate of fire650 rounds/minute
Effective firing range400 m (440 yd)
Feed system30-round detachable STANAG box magazine
SightsPost front sight and adjustable rear sights
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