Rasheed Carbine

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	Weapon: Rasheed Carbine Type: Carbine Country of Origin: Egypt Year Adopted: 1960 Caliber: 7.62x39mm Action: Gas-Operated Semi-Automatic Overall Length (mm): 1035.0 Overall Length (in): 40.75 Weight (kg): 4.00 Weight (pounds): 8.82 Effective Range (m): 300 m Effective Range (yards): 328.08

The Rasheed Carbine is an Egyptian semi-automatic rifle derived from the Hakim, but chambered in 7.62x39mm, the same cartridge used by the Soviet AK-47. Introduced in the 1960s, the Rasheed was designed to be a lighter, more compact version of the Hakim, suitable for closer engagements and more practical for infantry use. The rifle retained the direct gas impingement system of the Hakim but featured a shorter barrel and a detachable 10-round magazine. Production of the Rasheed was limited, with only around 8,000 units produced before it was replaced by the AK-47. The Rasheed saw limited combat service, primarily with Egyptian forces during regional conflicts in the Middle East. Its rarity and connection to the Egyptian arms industry have made it a collectible item among firearms enthusiasts.