![]() ![]() Parts made for the regular and suppressed version are interchangeable, except for the barrels. The weapon's mechanism was partially based on the Type 64. The Type 85 submachine gun is a simple blowback weapon that fires from an open bolt. One of the problems encountered in trials was with trigger sensitivity. Initial feedback suggests that while handling was good, there are improvements that could be made. In 1981, trials were conducted with the weapons being tested in combat trails with single and full auto modes used. In January 1980, two prototypes were made for firearms testing. The development of the Type 85 was planned to eventually replace the Type 79 in PLA service. ![]() The Type 85 was eventually adopted to start replacing the Type 64 in PLA service. Throughout the Type 85's development, there was criticism of its appearance as it looked like a toy gun at first glance. Design work was done by the 208th Research Institute of China Ordnance Industry. Design of the Type 85 started between 19 and it was classified in 1985. ![]()
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