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MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the carbines category.
01 / Overview
G5 carbine
Category
Country
Prime contractor
Production
2012–
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
CARBINES · MODERN ERA
4
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
87
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
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ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the carbines category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎Cartridge & Calibre5MOD.5
- Cartridge5.56×45mm NATO
- Calibre5.56 mm
- Case Length45 mm
- Calibre Class5.56mm
- Bullet Weight4 g
◈Operation4MOD.4
- Action TypeGas-Operated
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity30
- Cyclic Rate of Fire700
▣Ballistics1MOD.1
- Muzzle Velocity920 m/s
◇Barrel & Sights3MOD.3
- Barrel Length370 mm
- Sight TypeIron and optical sights
- Iron SightsYes
◆Features1MOD.1
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 2012Production started
- 2014Entered service
14
years in service
2
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
05 / MASS Score
CARBINES RANKING Carbines · Modern Era
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
ⓘ Rankings are within theCarbinescategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE4terms
A firearm feed system where ammunition is stored in a separate container (magazine) that can be removed and replaced, enabling rapid reloading.
Firearm action type where expanding gas from a fired cartridge cycles the mechanism, typically via a piston or direct impingement.
Uses high-pressure gas to cycle the action, rather than recoil energy.
Adjustable metal aiming devices on firearms, consisting of a front post and rear notch, used without magnification.
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