The repeating carbine model 1890 a.k.a. Mannlicher model 1890 carbine is a bolt-action rifle, designed by Ferdinand Mannlicher that used a new version of his straight-pull action bolt.[5] It was introduced as an alternative to the Mannlicher M1888 as it was shorter and easier to maneuver with. Three main versions were introduced: Cavalry Carbine, Gendarmerie Carbine[3] and Navy Short Rifle.
This variant was used by the Austro-Hungarian cavalry. A stacking rod, handguard and bayonet lug are absent.
This variant features sling swivels on the underside, a stacking rod and bayonet lugs. It was used by the Austro-Hungarian Navy.
The Austro-Hungarian Gendarmarie was also in need of a carbine. It adopted a version which featured a bayonet lug but no stacking rod.
M90/30 was a conversion of these rifles done in the First Austrian Republic. They carry the letter S stamped on the barrel.[6]
M90/31 was a conversion of these rifles done in the Kingdom of Hungary. They carry the letter H stamped on the barrel.[7]
M90/95 was a conversion of these rifles done in Ethiopian Empire. Unlike other conversions, these were done by putting existing M90 carbines in M95 pattern furniture. [8]
A small number of these carbines made for the Afghan contract were ordered by Abdur Rahman Khan for the Emirate of Afghanistan.[2]
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