G3 isnt really that bad. It's very reliable and accurate. Our standard G3 rifles are upgraded. However the issue is; it performs poor-shit in close-range combat. The G3 performed very bad against insurgents. Not only that but the design itself is 60 years old. We're opting for an all-well rifle that can perform robust in all aspects.
Cost can range from probably $500-$1000 each rifle if produced indigenously and over $2000-$3000 if ordered.
That's too much difference.
First we would have chosen AK-103 if it would have performed better than other rifles in the trials but it didn't. SCAR was the best performer than was Berretta. So we are talking for SCAR and Berreta and the one with best offer would be selected. But it seem SCAR would eventually win.
Yuck, like anybody would want to buy anything that says "Made in Pakistan".
We are exporting weapons to many countries. Our exports are increasing by every passing day. We are exporting Tanks and APC and Anza Anti Air Craft systems and Assault Rifles and Ammunition and also we have orders of Fast Attack Crafts and Patrol Boats as well as JF-17
Norway has replaced G3 with HK-417 and also other countries but some G3 are being used for Marksman rolePA's rifle replacement is interesting to watch. I also feel it is unnecessary, as modern wars including the ones Pakistan is fighting are served well by humble AK-56.
I don't think any large army has successfully replaced rifles after the FN FN FAL and H&K G3
I am generalizing, but FAMAS, H&K G36, SA80, M16 and M4 all seem to have left users dissatisfied. The 5.56mm round itself has failed.
I guess Islamic countries want to support another Islamic country. Any country which wants to buy quality hardware will obviously not buy Pakistani. A few months ago, I bought Pakistani razor blades in the US and even half of them were dull. A country that cannot manufacture razor blades can obviously not manufacture quality weapons. QED
Except a few (very few, one is our neighbor), even Muslim countries have enough senses to seek interests now.
You could tell FIFA and other prestigious international corporations, governing bodies and ect... that
It doesn't happen overnight...
Islamic countries mostly or very underdeveloped countries.
I was mostly trolling Zarvan, thanks for the links. The price tag looks compelling and good for POF that they are able to manufacture and export to Western countries. IOF should learn and emulate. I'll have to get my hands on 9mm and try it out next time I travel to a more gun friendly state.
Liking the reviews of the mp5 clone. It seems very well built, accuracy and reliability are excellent. Do you know if there are any 9mm semi auto guns as well?
all the leading trials aside, your nation cannot afford this weapon on bulk, neither will FN offer TOT. You'll end up with the Turkish rifle as it will also pass trials and will be available cheaper
Complete hogwash, you'll end up with licence to assemble and no way for exporting, why would FN do that when they have a fully capable line here in Belgium with enough orders and capacity to keep the line busy. They don't even have to compete price wise, their product is that good. No company in such a strong position will do such a thing, allowing exports from another line will lead to closing of factories in Belgium, no go while the Govt. here try to keep the jobs going. Dream on.
Like I said, they all love to get humiliated, always presenting empty claims and HOAX, just like Su-35, these guys consider others to be fools while thinking that they themselves are the king of the world.
