NORINCO QBZ-191

History

The QBZ-191 is a modular assault weapon developed for the Chinese army. It serves as a versatile firearm that can function as an assault rifle, assault carbine, or designated marksman rifle. It was introduced in 2019 to replace the QBZ-95 in the Chinese Armed Forces.

The QBZ-191 uses a unique 5.8 x 42mm intermediate cartridge and is classified as a support weapon in the Chinese army's inventory. Its design features a traditional layout with a rectangular receiver, a ribbed front end, and an AK-style curved magazine. The pistol grip and trigger unit are located in the front of the magazine feeder, and the charging handle and ejection port are on the right side.

Internally, the rifle utilizes a short stroke pneumatic breech block, similar to the AK, providing a rate of fire of 750 rounds per minute. It has a 14.5-inch barrel and can be fed from a detachable 30-round magazine or a 75-round drum. The rifle also features a Picatinny rail for attaching various optics and can accommodate front and rear sights as backup.

Additionally, there is a variant called the QBZ-192, which is an assault carbine with a shorter 10.5-inch barrel for improved compactness. Selected marksman rifle models have a longer barrel and M-LOK handguard, allowing for greater accuracy up to approximately 900 yards.

Overall, the QBZ-191 is a modular assault weapon developed by China for its armed forces, offering flexibility and versatility in different combat roles.

Specification

Basics

Year of Service: 2019

Origins: China

Manufacturer: China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO)

Carrier: China

Roles

Auto function

Has mechanical features to automate the firing process.

Assault Rifle

A modern class of long guns with selected fire characteristics, automatic internals and magazine feeding.

Accuracy/Precision

Long-range accuracy/accuracy capability; good for sniping, especially when equipped with sights.

Special Forces

The quality of this weapon has proven its value to Special Forces who need a versatile and reliable solution to the rigors of special operations.

Distinctive features

Compact nature

The compact nature allows for relatively easy confusion.

Portable

Despite its size/weight, the product can be transported on foot.

Semi-automatic fire

Internal action allows triggering a single bullet per trigger, triggering a semi-automatic loading mechanism for continuous fire.

Automatic fire

Internal action allows multiple rounds to be triggered in quick succession with a single trigger pull.

Repeated Shots

The system has built-in automatic or pseudo-automatic function, which can achieve repeated triggering.

Ability to use rifle scopes/visual aids

Support for mounting optics (scopes) to improve accuracy in long-range shooting.

Customizable

Design allows users to customize certain components for customization.

Adaptable

Design provides attachment points for external aftermarket hardware including laser sights, flashlights, scopes and grips.

Dimensions and Weight

Overall Length: 521mm (20. 51 inches)

Run Length: 368mm (14.49 inches)

Action

Short stroke piston

Type of gas operation commonly found in rifled weapons; relatively short amount of piston movement based on a sudden shock for rapid acceleration of the piston; lever attached to the bolt is actuated, absorbs the energy produced, and transmits it to the waiting bolt.

Gas Power

Proposes a pneumatic system that typically consists of a cylinder and a rear drive piston that directs power to the bolt assembly.

Cartridges and Paper Feeds

Caliber: 5.8x42mm DBP-191

Circle/Feed: 30-round magazine with detachable magazine; 75-round drum magazine.

POWER

Maximum efficiency: 1,315 feet (401m | 438m)

Rate of fire: 750 (Number of revolutions)

VARIANTS

QBZ-191AR - Automatic rifle mount form with 14.5" barrel assembly.

QBZ-192AC - Shortened assault carbine with 10.5" barrel assembly.

QBZ-191DR - Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR) model with extended Free-floating barrel assembly, wide optical mount and improved range accuracy.