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Garand Carbine
TypeCarbine
Place of originGarand carbine United States
Production history
DesignerJohn Garand
Designed1941
Producedprototype only
Specifications
Mass4.9lbs
Length34 7/8ins
Barrel length18ins

Cartridge.30 Carbine
ActionGas operated piston, locking bolt
Feed system5, 10, 20, 50 round detachable box magazines
SightsIron sight

The Garand carbine was John Garand's entry during the Light Rifle program that produced the M1 Carbine. The weapon was chambered in the .30 Carbine round and was fed from a magazine inserted from the top right side.[1]

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