Galil SAR (Short Assault Rifle) — carbine variant with 13-inch barrel for vehicle crews and paratroops. Significant muzzle blast from the shortened barrel; a bipod was not fitted. Compact IDF carbine option before the Tavor era. Type: Carbine Action: Gas-Operated Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO Capacity: 10 Year introduced: 1974, Israel Weight: 136 oz Overall length: 35" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: military