FNC

Go Back to Assault Rifle

FNC
Weapon: FNC
Type: Assault Rifle
Country of Origin: Belgium
Year Adopted: 1979
Caliber: 5.56x45 NATO
Action: Select Fire
Overall Length (mm): 997.0
Weight (kg): 3.81
Effective Range (m): 400

The FN FNC is a Belgian assault rifle developed by Fabrique Nationale in the late 1970s. Chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, the FNC was designed as a modern, lightweight weapon for infantry forces, offering both semi-automatic and fully automatic fire modes. It was adopted by several countries, including Belgium, Sweden (as the Ak 5), and Indonesia, where it became the standard-issue service rifle.

The FNC gained a reputation for being reliable and easy to maintain, with a simple gas-operated system and a durable design. It saw combat in various conflicts, particularly in Southeast Asia, where its performance in humid and rugged environments was well-regarded. The rifle's lightweight design and manageable recoil made it popular among soldiers who needed a versatile and effective infantry weapon.

Although the FNC has been largely replaced by more modern rifles, such as the FN SCAR, it remains in use with some military and police forces around the world. Its influence on subsequent assault rifle designs and its role in the development of the 5.56x45mm NATO platform make it a significant firearm in modern military history.


Related Weapons: FN MAG 58 FN MINIMI FN FAL L1A1 Vektor R1 FN SCAR-L FN P90 FN PS90 FN F2000

Gallery

No Articles Found
No Videos Found