Heckler & Koch HK417 [SEP] country of origin
Heckler &amp; Koch HK417
The Heckler & Koch HK417 is a battle rifle designed and manufactured by Heckler & Koch in Germany. It is the larger caliber version of the HK416, and chambered for the full-power 7.62×51mm NATO rifle cartridge. It is a gas-operated, selective fire rifle with a rotating bolt. The HK417 is intended for use in roles where the greater penetrative power, stopping power, and range of the 7.62×51mm cartridge are required. It has been adopted for service by a number
American civilian market as the MR762 and MR556, respectively. Since then both were replaced by the improved MR762A1 and MR556A1.
See also.
- List of battle rifles
- Heckler & Koch G3
- Heckler & Koch HK416
External links.
- Heckler & Koch page
- Heckler & Koch HK417 A2 page
- Heckler & Koch HK417 assault rifle at the Modern Firearms & Ammunition site