SIG 716 Rifle

About SIG 716 Rifle:

• It is an American-made automatic assault rifle.
• It is manufactured by the United States firearms maker, Sig Sauer.
• In India, the army has extensively integrated the SIG 716 into its ranks, particularly for troops operating in mountainous areas and critical border regions.
• Features:
  • The rifle has a total length of 34.39 inches and a barrel length of 15.98 inches.
  • Its total weight is 3.58 kg.
  • It has a higher recoil and higher calibre, meant to shoot-to-kill targets at 600 metres.
  • These rifles have high-powered 7.62x51mm caliber, offering longer range and greater lethality than the existing INSAS and AK-47 rifles currently in service of Indian armed forces.
  • Its gas piston system enhances reliability and reduces maintenance needs.
  • The modularity of the SIG 716 allows for easy adaptation to various roles through the simple addition of accessories on its Picatinny rail, making this rifle extremely versatile for armed forces and specialized tactical units.

Q1: What are assault rifles?

Assault rifles are lightweight, magazine-fed firearms that are designed for short-range engagements. They are capable of firing intermediate cartridges and are known for their versatility and effectiveness in various combat situations. The term "assault rifle" is often used to describe a specific type of military firearm that combines features of both rifles and submachine guns. The most commonly known assault rifles today are the AK series that originated in Russia, and U.S. military equivalents based on Eugene Stoner’s original AR 15 design.

Source: Indian Army orders fresh batch of 73K SIG SAUER 716 rifles from US under emergency procurement