IFAR 22
IFAR 22 (short for "Indonesian Future Assault Rifle") is a bullpup assault rifle manufactured by PT Republik Armamen Industri with a caliber of 5.56×45mm NATO.[1] In 2022, this assault rifle was unveiled at the Indo Defence Expo 2022 at the Jakarta International Expo.[2]
| IFAR 22 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Bullpup assault rifle |
| Place of origin | Indonesia |
| Production history | |
| Designer | PT Republik Armamen Industri |
| Manufacturer | PT Republik Armamen Industri |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 3.6 kg (16 inch barrel) 3.7 kg (20 inch barrel) |
| Length | 698 mm (16 inch barrel) 780 mm (20 inch barrel) |
| Caliber | 5.56×45mm NATO |
| Action | Gas-operated reloading |
| Rate of fire | 600–800 rpm |
| Effective firing range | 400 m |
| Sights | Iron sights, telescopic sights can be attached |
In 2023, the Research and Development Agency of the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Indonesia (Balitbang Kemhan) tested this weapon to meet the needs of the Indonesian National Armed Forces defense system.[3][4]
See also
References
- Hanani, Adly Bara (2022-11-10). "IFAR-22 'Bullpup', Senapan Serbu Kaliber 5,56mm Bikinan Batam". Ulasan.co (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2023-03-28.
- Bestari, Fardi (2022-11-03). "IFAR 22, Senapan Serbu Bullpup Buatan Dalam Negeri yang Diluncurkan Di Indo Defence 2022". Tempo (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2023-03-28.
- "Balitbang Kemhan Uji Prototipe Senapan serbu IFAR 22 Buatan Swasta Nasional". liputan6.com (in Indonesian). 2023-03-24. Retrieved 2023-03-29.
- "Kemhan Gelar Uji Prototipe Senapan Serbu IFAR 22, Bullpup Pertama Buatan Swasta | magenta". magenta.republika.co.id (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2023-03-29.
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