This item is a 1/6 scale model kit of a QBZ95 or Chinese Type 95 Automatic rifle. The Type 95 automatic rifle or QBZ-95 is a bullpup assault rifle designed and manufactured by Norinco, and issued since 1995 as the service rifle for the People's Liberation Army, People's Armed Police and various paramilitary law enforcement agencies. 1/6 scale is compatible to 12 inch action figures, like the 12 inch GI Joe. Most GI Joe weapons are solid one-piece plastic castings. This model is very detailed, practically an exact miniature of the real thing. It does not in any way shoot any projectile of any kind. It is a static display model. When painted and assembled by a modeler with advanced skills, it would be a museum quality replica. This item is part of a series of 8 pieces and will be a great collectible.