Brazilian Army Orders 4,000 Additional IMBEL IA2 Assault Rifles

By Tactical-Life

The Brazilian Army has placed an order for more IA2 assault rifles.

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According to Jane’s 360, the Army Logistics Command recently awarded state-owned company IMBEL (Indústria de Material Bélico do Brasil) with a R$25.64 million ($7.3 million) contract for 4,000 additional IA2 rifles chambered in 5.56×45mm NATO. The rifles are set to be delivered 240 days after the contract award.

The IMBEL IA2 is designed as a replacement for the aging 7.62x39mm IMBEL M964 and M964A1 MD1, which are domestically-produced variants of the FN FAL. It is a gas-operated, select-fire weapon. Fed from 30-round detachable box magazines, it features polymer furniture; left-side charging handle; and a flip-up rear sight adjustable for 150 and 300 meters. Several different variants have been introduced, including the standard rifle with a 17.7-inch barrel; a carbine with a 14.5-inch barrel; another CQC model with a 10.3-inch barrel; and a sniper rifle version …Read the Rest

Source:: Tactical Life