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Revision as of 18:49, 28 February 2007

CETME Mod L
Mod L
TypeAssault rifle
Place of originSpain
Service history
In service1982–1999 (Spain)
Used bySpain
WarsIran-Iraq War, Operation Enduring Freedom/ISAF - Afghanistan
Production history
DesignerCETME, Mauser, Heckler & Koch
Designed1980s
ManufacturerCETME
VariantsMod L, Mod LC(Folding Stock Variant)
Specifications
Mass4.41 kg (9.7 lbs.) [G3A3]
4.09 kg (9.0 lbs.) [G3A4]
Length1,026 mm (40.4 in) [G3A3]
Barrel length450 mm (17.7 in)

Cartridge5.56 × 45 mm NATO
Caliber7.62 mm (.308 in)
ActionRoller-delayed blowback
Rate of fire600 round/min
Muzzle velocity790 m/s (2,600 ft/s)
Effective firing range500 m (546 yd)
Feed system30-round detachable box magazine
SightsRear: rotary diopter; front: hooded post


The CETME Mod L is the 5.56mm counterpart of thier previous 7.62mm Assault Rifle, It is compariable with the HK 33 and Heckler & Koch G41 assault rifles, It as now been replaced in Spanish service with a licence-built variant of the G36.