IMI Galil series

The IMI Galil is an Israeli series of automatic rifles starting production in early 1972. They are mainly derived from the Valmet RK62, which in itself is based on the classic AK47. The rifle became well liked among the Israeli Defense Forces, who, while complaining that the rifle was heavier than most, lauded the rifle's ability to perform exceptionally well in adverse conditions, seldom ever jamming or having a major malfunction. Later on, the standard Galil was later phased out by the ACE series, which aimed to make the rifle much more modular and lighter.

There are several configurations. Among them are the standard AR, the ARM squad automatic weapon, the SAR carbine, the MAR personal defense weapon, and the 'Galatz' designated marksman rifle. The gun also comes in either 5.56x45mm NATO or 7.62x51mm NATO, depending on whether one wants ammo or sheer firepower. However these 7.62 variants were mostly ARMs or Galatzs.