A range of Chinese small arms and light weapons such as Type 69 RPGs and Type 56 rifles have turned up in Ukraine since 2022. Another weapon that has been seen less frequently is the W-85 heavy machine gun. In this video we’ll break down verified sightings.
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http://armourersbench.com/2025/11/09/chinese-heavy-machine-guns-in-ukraine/
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