the M1 Carbine at around 200 yards, compared to 250-300 yards (230–270 m) for the AK-47 and StG44. Arisaka The Arisaka Rifle was designed by Colonel Nariakira Arisaka (有坂 成章; 1852 - 1915), who was later promoted to Lieutenant General and also received the title of baron from Emperor Meiji ,