
The QJZ-89 is a Chinese 12.7x108mm heavy machine gun designed for lightweight portable infantry use. It uses a unique short recoil action combined with a gas assist system to reduce overall weight. At approximately 26.5 kilograms with tripod, it is one of the lightest heavy machine guns ever produced. The weapon was developed to improve the mobility of Chinese infantry units.
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