Korean Daewoo DR-200 .223 Rem 18” Barrel Long-Stroke Semi Auto Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,375.00
LSB#: LSB260126WT016
Make: Daewoo Precision Industries LTD.
Model: DR-200
Serial Number: RA434652
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: .223 Remington
Action Type: Semi-Automatic Long Stroke Gas-Piston Operated Rotating Bolt System.
Markings: The left side of the upper is marked, “DAEWOO PRECISION INDUSTRIES LTD.” The right side of the lower is marked, “IMPORTED BY STOEGER IND SHACKENSACK . N.J.” The left side is marked with a Kimber import mark. There are various proof marks throughout.
Barrel Length: 20” W/ fixed muzzle device.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed blade set within a hooded base. The rear sight is a fully adjustable peep sight with 4 position dial. The top of the receiver has a replacement raised picatinny rail section with a Sniper 4-12x in Very Good condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a two piece polymer set with a ribbed forend and single piece thumbhole stock with a dropped comb and rubber buttpad. The right side of the stock has There are two sling loops. There are light scratches and wear marks throughout. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the stock set rates at a Very Good + condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: None.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore but there is some light stubborn fouling throughout. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates at a 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 96% of its metal finish. There are handling marks, light nicks, and scratches throughout. There is moderate to heavy rust freckling on the barrel. The screw heads are sharp/pins are undamaged. and the markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in at about Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Cotton sling.
Our Assessment: The Daewoo DR-200 is a civilian import variant of the South Korean K2 service rifle, adapted for the U.S. market during the 1990s with features compliant to import restrictions of the era. Despite its modified configuration, the DR-200 retains the core mechanical design of the K2, utilizing a long stroke gas piston system with a rotating bolt, combining the reliability associated with piston driven rifles and the familiar controls of Western platforms. Chambered in .223 Remington, a cartridge introduced in the 1960s and closely related to the 5.56 NATO, the rifle offers flat trajectory, moderate recoil, and widespread availability, making it a practical and well balanced intermediate cartridge. This example retains approximately 96 percent of its original parkerized finish, with light handling marks, scattered nicks, and scratches throughout, along with more pronounced rust freckling on the barrel. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and rates 9 out of 10, showing light fouling. The polymer furniture, including the ribbed forend and thumbhole stock with rubber buttpad, remains in Very Good Plus condition with only light wear and no structural damage. The rifle is equipped with a raised picatinny rail and a Sniper 4-12x optic in Very Good condition, enhancing its usability beyond the factory iron sights. Markings are clear, and the screw heads and pins remain in good condition, with the rifle maintaining proper mechanical function.
The DR-200 occupies a unique place among imported semi automatic rifles, offering a distinctive blend of AK and AR design characteristics in a configuration tailored to U.S. regulations of its time. Its piston driven system contributes to reliable operation, while its ergonomic layout supports practical handling. This example reflects honest use with visible wear, particularly on the barrel, while retaining strong mechanical integrity and a solid bore. It stands as a representative example of Daewoo’s hybrid rifle design and its role in the evolution of modern semi automatic sporting rifles. -R.E.