5.8x42mm

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Bullet diameter 6 mm
Case length 42.2 mm
Overall length 58 mm

Usage

The following is a non-exhaustive overview of SALW using this type of ammunition.
Weapon name Category Number of countries
Norinco Type 95/ 97 Assault Rifles 7