The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) intends to procure 8000 Nos. of Assault Rifles (7.62X39 mm) and has issued tender / Request for Proposal (RFP) for the same. Following are some of the key Qualitative Requirements (QRs) that are desired by the CRPF and have been mentioned in the tender document:
Calibre – 7.62mm
Ammunition – 7.62X39mm (Compatible with Indian make Ammunition)
Type of Fire – Automatic/Semi-Automatic
Cyclic Rate of Fire- 600 Round/minute minimum
Overall Length (Butt retracted/Folded Fixed) –
- Folded / retracted – 750 mm (Maximum)
- Extended / Fixed – 950 mm (Maximum)
Including muzzle attachment and excluding Bayonet
Rifling – 4Grooves (Minimum)
Life of Barrel – 15000 rds (Minimum)
Operation – Gas
Locking – Rotating Bolt
Weight of Rifle with empty magazine – Maximum 4 Kg
Capacity of Magazine – 30 Rds minimum
Effective Range – 300m minimum
Picatinny Rail for reflex and PNV Sight – 360-degree rail MIL Std 1913 is required
Flash Eliminator – Essential
Barrel – Chromium Plated
