AK-styled
MA-3
Distinguishing Features
Carbine version of the series derived from the basic MA-1 model
More compact and lighter
Mounts a shorter barrel and a skeletonised iron side-folding stock
Note: data below is for Mk. I model
Ammunition
5.56 x 45mm
Weight
3.5kg, with loaded magazine 4.12kg
Length
375mm
Range
400m (effective)
Manufacturer
DDI / Ka Pa Sa (Myanmar)
User
Army (often SOF units)
Details
Mk. I
Short rear sights
Mk. II
Taller rear sights
Shorter gas block
Mk. III
Carbine version of the QBZ bullpup, hence with a shorter barrel compared to previous QBZ-97-inspired Mk. III models
Recent footage shows SOF personnel armed with what appears to be MA-3 Mk IIIs with:
More rectangular-shaped carrying handle
More ergonomic front handgrips with rectangular vents
These components make the design resemble the QBZ-97 original even more, and could belong to an upgraded version of the MA-3 Mk III
