Assertion: rifle's barrel | /r/HasProperty | shortened by 21.6 cm
Facets:
value: to bring the weapon
type: PURPOSE
Source sentences:
text: The carbine used the same cartridge and action as other Mosins, but the barrel was shortened by 21.6 cm (8.5 in) to bring the weapon down to an overall length of 101.6 cm (40.0 in), with the forearm shortened in proportion.