The FAL was originally designed to handle intermediate cartridges, but in an attempt to secure US favor for the rifle, the FAL was redesigned to use the newly developed 7.62×51mm NATO cartridge.

Jul 30, 2024 · The FN FAL – or Fusil Automatique Léger (Light Automatic Rifle) – was developed by Belgian company FN Herstal in the post- World War II era. The need for a new battle rifle arose from …

FN has been a major international military arms factory since the 1890s. The origin of the Fusil Automatique Leger (FAL) goes back to before World War II. Between the world wars, Fabrique …

Developed by Fabrique Nationale (FN) in Belgium in the late 1940s, this semi-automatic rifle became a staple for military forces worldwide, used by over 90 countries during the Cold War era.

The FAL rifle, French "Fusil Automatique Léger " meaning Light Automatic Rifle is a battle rifle designed by Belgian small arms designers Dieudonné Saive and Ernest Vervier and then manufactured by FN …

Sep 28, 2023 · From the jungles of Malaysia to the front lines in the current Ukrainian conflict, this venerable rifle has proven itself on the battlefield for more than seven decades.

Oct 27, 2025 · The Fabrique Nationale Fusil Automatique Leger (Light Automatic Rifle), commonly known as the FN FAL, has a storied history. The FN FAL stands out in history—not just for its iconic …

Mar 18, 2020 · The FN FAL is one of the most revered battle rifles of the 20th century, often referred to as the "right arm of the free world," due to its use by so many NATO countries.

May 31, 2024 · The FAL is a gas-operated, piston-driven, self-loading rifle, and it ended up being chambered in 7.62 NATO. The gas system is simple and straightforward, with a gas port in the barrel …

Imagine holding a piece of history in your hands—a weapon that has shaped the course of modern warfare and has been adopted by over 90 countries. The FN FAL, known as the "Right Arm of the …