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Heckler & Koch G3A3 7.62x51mm
The G3A3 is the standard fixed-stock variant of the G3 battle rifle, the primary service rifle of the West German Bundeswehr from 1959 through the early 1990s. Chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO, the G3 was adopted by over 40 nations and manufactured under license in numerous countries. The A3 designation indicates the fixed stock and flash hider configuration.
📄Manual (model family)🔧Schematic — not on file
- Type
- Battle Rifle
- Action
- Roller-Delayed Blowback
- Caliber
- 7.62x51mm NATO
- Capacity
- 20
- Introduced
- 1959
- Origin
- Germany
- Status
- Discontinued
- Platform
- HK G3
Chamberings
Specifications
- Weight (unloaded)
- 10.1 oz
- Overall length
- 40.35"
- Barrel options
- 17.7-inch
- Era
- Classic
- Military use
- Yes
- Law enforcement
- Yes
- Intended use
- Military Use, Service Rifle
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FAQs
- How much does the Heckler & Koch G3A3 7.62x51mm weigh?
- The Heckler & Koch G3A3 7.62x51mm weighs 10.1 oz (0.6 lb) unloaded.
- What caliber is the Heckler & Koch G3A3 7.62x51mm?
- The Heckler & Koch G3A3 7.62x51mm is chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO.
- When was the Heckler & Koch G3A3 7.62x51mm introduced?
- The Heckler & Koch G3A3 7.62x51mm was introduced in 1959 in Germany and is discontinued.
- What is the capacity of the Heckler & Koch G3A3 7.62x51mm?
- The Heckler & Koch G3A3 7.62x51mm has a capacity of 20.
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