Eurosatory 2016: FN Herstal presented a new tactical buttstock

 
Eurosatory 2016 Official news online coverage report show daily pictures video International Exhibition of Land Defence & Security army military equipment Paris France industry technology
 
Eurosatory 2016
Defence & Security International Exhibition
Official News online with Editorial and Web TV
Paris
, France
13 - 17 June 2016
 
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Eurosatory 2016: FN Herstal presented a new tactical buttstock
FN Herstal launched a new buttstock for the Minimi 5.56 mm machine guns, during the Eurosatory 2016 exhibition. The modernized weapons were introduced to the market in 2013, offering improved ergonomics and mobility.
     

 Eurosatory 2016 FN Herstal presented a new tactical buttstock

The new buttstock is ideal for Special Forces operations, as it offers optimum support for                          shoulder firing (Photo: Army Recognition)

     

The buttstock was initially developed for the Special Forces. Its length can be adjusted to five positions and the cheek rest height to six. It has a convex shape. In overall, the tactical buttstock, which is already in service, allows for a better adjustment for shoulder firing. A position that is common in special forces operations.