POTD: The R-20 Rahe (LMT Defense) in Estonia Defense Force

By Eric B

Photo Of The Day where we take a closer look at the R-20 Rahe, manufactured by LMT Defense. After a comprehensive two-year tender and testing process, the Estonian Defence Forces selected LMT Defense (and their MARS-H and MARS-L models) as the supplier for their service rifle.For the Estonian contract, LMT Defense also developed a unique MARS-H rifle in a 7.62 caliber with a piston operating system. This new variant, part of the 7.62 family of rifles, features LMT’s patented Monolith Rail Platform (MRP). The official Estonian designation for the MARS-H marksman rifle is the R-20 L.The rifles for the Estonian Defence Forces include a single-position piston setting, a bayonet lug, and a European-style trigger, which allows the operator to place the rifle in the safe position when the hammer is un-cocked. Additionally, shot counters have been integrated into a new LMT ergonomic grip. The EDF also purchased 40mm grenade launchers, which can be seen in a few of the images.

Source: The Firearm Blog