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CETME Model L
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Assault Rifles · Spain · 1987
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CETME Model L
CETME Model L Photo: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Juanantonaya · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Firepower
75
Accuracy
70
Effective Range
65
Controllability
85
Reliability
80
Ergonomics
75
Modularity
60
Weight
80
Versatility
70
Cost-Effectiveness
85
Origin Spain
CategoryAssault Rifles
EraCold War
In service1987–1991
Operators3 countries
Data Quality85%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
74
Assault Rifles MASS Rating
9/83
Cold War
63/279
All-Time
Assault Rifles · 10 axes scored
Firepower
75
Accuracy
70
Effective Range
65
Controllability
85
Reliability
80
Ergonomics
75
Modularity
60
Weight
80
Versatility
70
Cost-Effectiveness
85
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the assault rifles category.
01 / Overview
CETME Model L
Country
Production
1987–1991
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
ASSAULT RIFLES · COLD WAR
9
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
88
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
—
74
assault rifles category
ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the assault rifles category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General7MOD.7
  • First Production Year1986
  • Service Entry Year1987
  • DesignerCETME
  • Weight (Empty)3.4 kg
  • Weight (Loaded)3.55 kg
  • Currently In ServiceYes
  • Notable UsersSpain, Malawi, Ukraine
◈Cartridge & Calibre7MOD.7
▣Operation9MOD.9
◇Ballistics5MOD.5
  • Muzzle Velocity875 m/s
  • Effective Range (point)200 m
  • Effective Range (area)400 m
  • Maximum Range3,600 m
  • Sighting Range400 m
◆Barrel & Sights8MOD.8
▤Construction6MOD.6
▲Production & Cost2MOD.2
  • Production Start1986
  • Variants3
◎Additional Dimensions2MOD.2
  • Width60 mm
  • Height220 mm
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
  1. 1987Production started
  2. 1991Production ended
39
years in service
4
years in production
3
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
04 / Operators
Operator Countries3country
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE7terms
A bayonet lug is a metal fitting on the barrel or muzzle of a firearm that provides a mounting point for a bayonet.
A type of semi-automatic pistol action where the barrel remains locked for a short period after firing, delaying the blowback of gases to slow the opening of the breech.
A firearm feed system where ammunition is stored in a separate container (magazine) that can be removed and replaced, enabling rapid reloading.
A pistol feature allowing it to fire grenades or projectile rounds.
Adjustable metal aiming devices on firearms, consisting of a front post and rear notch, used without magnification.
Select fire is a fire selector mechanism on a firearm that lets the shooter choose the firing mode, such as semi‑automatic, burst, or fully automatic.
A pistol barrel with external helical grooves allowing the attachment of a suppressor or other muzzle devices.
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