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norberthk

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Hi every one, what kind of assault rifle is issued in the Legion and what calibre. Firearms are my hoby and i would like to get some specs.
 

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The standard assault rifle in the French army (including the Legion) is called FAMAS. For more info look at the sticky thread "Glossary".
 

flyingturtle

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It is the FAMAS
5.56mm nato round
can be adjusted for both left and right handers
Grenade firing attachment on muzzle
single shot abd burst fire,
Its pretty reliable as its a blowback weapon and not gas so less to foul up.
Built in bi-pod is handy too
 

norberthk

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thanks ,im glad to see that they use the hk mp5 its one of my weapons of choice where
 
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