Norinco Type 56-1 Under-Folding Stock 7.62x39mm

Please note: In New Zealand, the Norinco Type 56-1 is classified as a prohibited firearm and magazine. Possession requires a specific collector endorsement. This rifle is offered as a historical display and high-end collector asset.

The Type 56-1 in 7.62x39mm is one of the most iconic, globally recognised military small arms of the Cold War era. Developed as the specialised airborne and mechanised infantry variant of the Chinese Type 56 family, the 56-1 replaces the traditional fixed wooden buttstock with a heavy-duty, steel under-folding stock. This design allows the rifle to collapse into a remarkably compact profile for vehicle transport and close-quarters manoeuvres while retaining the indestructible reliability of the AK platform. Preserved in brand new, unused condition, this rifle represents a true time-capsule artefact.

• Steel Under-Folding Stock Assembly: Features a double-locking steel arm mechanism that pivots cleanly beneath the receiver, dramatically reducing the rifle's overall footprint for compact storage and transport while locking up solid when extended.
• Heavy-Duty Stamped Receiver Construction: Built with the famously robust Chinese receiver geometry, offering superior structural rigidity and longevity compared to lighter commercial AK copies.
• Chrome-Lined Barrel & Chamber: Cold-hammered with a heavy internal chrome lining to deliver maximum corrosion resistance and barrel life under all firing conditions.
• Original 7.62x39mm Chambering: Fires the classic, hard-hitting 7.62x39mm cartridge, maintaining true historical accuracy and mechanical authenticity.
• Unused / New Condition: Retains 100% of its original military blued/parkerised metal finish, crisp wood handguards, and an immaculate, mirror-bright bore.

• 1x original 30-round steel magazine
• Authentic green canvas and leather military sling

This Norinco Type 56-1, preserved in pristine condition, is an indispensable centrepiece for serious military history collectors, offering significant historical value and display completeness.