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Encyclopedia > FN Model 1949
FN 1949 Specifications
Cartridge: 7.92 x 57 mm Mauser
System of operation: gas-operated; tilting bolt
Length: 1116 mm (43.54 in)
Weight: 4.31 kg (9lb 8oz)
Barrel: 590 mm (23.23 in)
Rifling: 4 grooves, right hand twist
Magazine capacity: 10 rounds
Magazine type: -
Rafe of fire: -
Sights: standard iron
Country of origin: Belgium
In production: 1950-58

The Belgian FN 1949 is a semi-automatic rifle that was developed in 1949. In addition to being used in Belgium, it was exported in various calibres to Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Egypt, Luxembourg & Venezuela. It was known for being a reliable but costly rifle. The word caliber (American English) or calibre (British English) comes from the Italian calibro, itself from the Arabic quâlib, meaning mould. ...


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FN Model 1949 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (456 words)
The Fabrique Nationale Model 1949 (often referred to as the FN-49, FN49, or FN AL) is a semi-automatic rifle designed by Dieudonne Saive and manufactured by Fabrique Nationale.
The German invasion of Belgium in May 1940 interrupted development of Saive's self-loading rifle, as Liège, home of FN's factory, was occupied by the German military.
Based on tests with these prototypes, Enfield placed an order for 2000 rifles for troop trials, but a last-minute problem with the gas-operated action (as well as the impending end of World War II led to the cancellation of this order.
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