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Rheinmetall and Steyr Mannlicher offer new RS556 assault rifle system

Designed by two of the most well known European armament companies, the new rifle is aiming to replace the G36 in the German Army. -Vasilis Chronopoulos

Two of Europe’s most respected defence companies, Rheinmetall and Steyr Mannlicher, have joined forces to manufacture and market the RS556 modular assault rifle. This German-Austrian cooperation project adds a key item to Rheinmetall’s growing array of infantry products.

The RS556 is based on the highly regarded STM556, which Steyr Mannlicher first unveiled in 2012. Outstanding modularity characterizes this easy-to-use, future-proof 5.56mm x 45mm. weapon.

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Designed by two of the most well known European armament companies, the new rifle is aiming to replace the G36 in the German Army. -Vasilis Chronopoulos

Two of Europe’s most respected defence companies, Rheinmetall and Steyr Mannlicher, have joined forces to manufacture and market the RS556 modular assault rifle. This German-Austrian cooperation project adds a key item to Rheinmetall’s growing array of infantry products.

The RS556 is based on the highly regarded STM556, which Steyr Mannlicher first unveiled in 2012. Outstanding modularity characterizes this easy-to-use, future-proof 5.56mm x 45mm. weapon.

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