The 2012 Fusil FX-05 assault rifle was developed in Mexico to replace the ageing HK G3, which was produced under license. The 2012 Fusil FX-05 currently this assault rifle is produced in small numbers and is operational with some special units. In the near future the 2012 Fusil FX-05 it might become a standard issue service rifle with the Mexican Army. The 2012 Fusil FX-05 is a gas operated, selective fire weapon, chambered for the standard NATO 5.56 x 45 mm ammunition. The 2012 Fusil FX-05 ambidextrous safety and fire mode selector switches are located on both sides of the weapon, above the pistol grip. It has semi-auto and full-auto modes. This 2012 Fusil FX-05 rifle is fed form 30-round box-shaped magazines, made form translucent plastic.The 2012 Fusil FX-05 polymer shoulder stock folds to the right side. It can be adjusted for length.The 2012 Fusil FX-05 assault rifle comes with integral Picatinny-type rail on top of the receiver. It can be fitted the 2012 Fusil FX-05 with removable carrying handle with a built-in optical sight or detachable iron sights. It is also compatible with a wide array of scopes and night vision sights.
