The FN FAL (Fusil Automatique Léger) is a select-fire battle rifle adopted by over 90 nations. Its versatility, reliability, and NATO-standard chambering made it the definitive Western cold-war infantry rifle, earning the nickname "Right Arm of the Free World." Type: Rifle Action: Gas-Operated Caliber: 7.62x51mm NATO Capacity: 20 Year introduced: 1954, Belgium Weight: 152 oz Overall length: 43" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: military