The AME series of infantry weapons was developed to meet demand for improved performance and ergonomics. (Photo: ST Engineering)
ST Engineering has indicated early export success for its new AME family of modular assault rifles, saying the weapons have already secured more than one international customer, although no details have been disclosed.
The AME family comprises at least five variants, with designations reflecting calibre and barrel length. The rifles are based on the Colt AR-15 design concept, but incorporate a number of proprietary features.
The baseline model is the AME-A514, chambered in 5.56mm×45mm and fitted with a 14.5in barrel. The rifle measures 820mm in length and has an unloaded weight of 2.7kg.
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