RARE Norinco Type 84S – 5.56×45 NATO – 4 Magazines & Bayonet! – .223 AK – C

This is a no reserve penny auction for a Norinco Type 84S (Arsenal 66) semi-automatic rifle in 5.56x45mm NATO. Serial number-84S403820. This rifle is in great condition with an excellent bore! It comes with (4) magazines, a bayonet, butt-stock kit, and canvas sling. Serial numbers on the rifle appear to be matching. The Norinco Type 84S (Arsenal 66) is a distinctive semi-automatic sporting rifle that pairs the proven Kalashnikov operating system with the versatile 5.56×45mm NATO cartridge. Manufactured at China's renowned Arsenal 66 and imported during a limited period, the Type 84S has become highly regarded for its robust construction, smooth operation, and dependable reliability. Its combination of classic AK engineering with a Western-standard cartridge gives it a unique place among collectible semi-automatic rifles.

Built with a stamped-steel receiver, chrome-lined barrel, and the legendary long-stroke gas piston system, the Type 84S is celebrated for its durability and ability to perform consistently under a wide range of conditions. Its distinctive Chinese manufacturing features—including quality blued finishes, hardwood furniture, and Arsenal 66 markings—further enhance its appeal to collectors and enthusiasts.

Today, the Norinco Type 84S is widely admired as one of the most desirable Chinese AK-pattern sporting rifles imported into the United States. Combining reliable performance, historical significance, and limited import availability, it represents a compelling chapter in the evolution of civilian Kalashnikov-pattern rifles and remains a prized centerpiece in many collections.