The FN FAL is the Belgian battle rifle adopted by NATO nations during the Cold War, earning the name "The Right Arm of the Free World." A tilting-bolt semi-auto in 7.62x51mm NATO, it served dozens of militaries and remains highly collectible. Type: Semi-Auto Rifle Action: Gas-Operated Caliber: 7.62x51mm NATO Capacity: 20 Year introduced: 1954, Belgium Weight: 9 oz Overall length: 43" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Collector, Range, Military