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Courtesy Jim Supica, Old Town Station

FN-FAL

A gas-operated, semi-automatic version of the famous FN battle rifle. This weapon has been adopted by more free world countries than any other rifle. It is chambered for the 7.62 NATO or .308 and has a 21" barrel with an integral flash suppressor. The sights are adjustable with an aperture rear, and the detachable box magazine holds 20 rounds. The stock and forearm are made of wood or a black synthetic. This model has been discontinued by the company and is no longer manufactured.

The models listed below are for the metric pattern Type 2 and Type 3 receivers, those marked “FN MATCH.” The models below are for semi-automatic rifles only. FN-FAL rifles in the “inch” pattern are found in the British Commonwealth countries of Australia, India, Canada, and of course, Great Britain. These rifles are covered separately under their own country headings.

NOTE:

FN FAL “G” Series (Type 1 Receiver)

The first FAL to be imported to the U.S. The receivers are capable of accepting select fire parts. These rifles are subject to interpretation by the BATF as to their legal status. A list of BATF legal serial numbers is available. This information should be referenced prior to a purchase. There were 1,848 legal “G” Series FN FAL rifles imported into this country. All were “grandfathered” and remain legal to posess.