The G3A3 is an updated variant of the G3 with a new plastic lower receiver, improved sights, and a fixed polymer stock replacing the earlier metal components. The A3 designation indicates fixed stock. This became the most widely produced G3 variant and the standard configuration for most G3-equipped militaries. Type: Rifle Action: Semi/Full-Auto Caliber: 7.62x51mm Capacity: 20 Year introduced: 1964, Germany Weight: 161.6 oz Overall length: 30.3" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: military, law_enforcement, service