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rifle, anti-tank

human history
  • Other Name

    Koishikawa anti-aircraft machine gun

    Japanese Type 98 20mm calibre semi-automatic anti-tank rifle

  • Description

    semi-automatic: anti tank rifle, Type 97 [Type 98?], 20mm (.787") calibre; gas operated; 7 rounds; weight 150lb. c/w carrying handles. & c/w magazine

    Manufacturer: Japan, Koishikawa Arsenal, Tokyo, 1941 / Captured 1944 Solomon Is. by 3rd NZ Div.

  • Place
  • Associated Place
  • Accession Number
    1946.24
  • Other Id

    W1044 (war)

    1018 (serial no)

  • Department

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