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Armalite AR-180 vs Howa Type 89
Side-by-side technical comparison
Armalite AR-180
RiflesDiscontinued
Howa Type 89
RiflesIn production
Overview
Spec
Armalite AR-180
Howa Type 89
Production
1969–1985
1989–present
Units produced
Approximately 20,000
Approximately 150,000
Specifications
Spec
Armalite AR-180
Howa Type 89
Overall length
965 mm
916mm (36.1 in)
Barrel length
470 mm
420mm (16.5 in)
Weight
3.06 kg
3,500g (7.7 lb) empty
Magazine capacity
20 rounds (STANAG)
20 or 30 rounds (STANAG compatible)
Action type
Gas-operated, short-stroke piston
Gas-operated, short-stroke piston
Trigger type
Single-stage
Single-stage with 3-round burst limiter
Sights
Adjustable rear aperture with front post
Flip-up L-type rear aperture, adjustable front post
Calibers
Armalite AR-180
Howa Type 89