What is Carbine?
A '''carbine''' is a lighter, shorter type of [[rifle]]. The smaller size and lighter weight of carbines makes them easier to handle. They are often issued to high-mobility troops such as special-ops soldiers and [[paratrooper]]s. Also they can be used by mounted or other non-infantry personnel who do not need full-sized rifles. The U.S. [[M4 carbine]] is a classic example. Continuous-fire versions may also be described as [[submachine gun]]s {{military-stub}} [[Category:Rifles]]