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Heckler & Koch G41
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Heckler&KochG41

Assault Rifles · Germany · 1979
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Heckler&KochG41

Heckler & Koch G41
Heckler & Koch G41 Photo: Verein der Freunde und Förderer der Wehrtechnischen Studiensammlung Koblenz e. V. · 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
85
Modularity
70
Weight
75
Versatility
70
Cost-Effectiveness
60
Origin Germany
CategoryAssault Rifles
EraCold War
In service1979–1996
Operators5 countries
Data Quality87%
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
85
Modularity
70
Weight
75
Versatility
70
Cost-Effectiveness
60
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the assault rifles category.
01 / Overview
Heckler & Koch G41
Country
Production
1979–1996
Operators
Conflicts
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
ASSAULT RIFLES · COLD WAR
9
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
55
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
◎General5MOD.5
  • First Production Year1981
  • DesignerHeckler & Koch
  • Weight (Empty)4.1 kg
  • Currently In ServiceYes
  • Notable UsersArgentina, Denmark, India, Spain, Turkey
◈Cartridge & Calibre6MOD.6
▣Operation8MOD.8
◇Ballistics3MOD.3
  • Muzzle Velocity920 m/s
  • Effective Range (point)400 m
  • Effective Range (area)600 m
◆Barrel & Sights7MOD.7
  • Barrel Length450 mm
  • Rifling Twist1:178 mm (1:7 in) or 1:305 mm (1:12 in)
  • Rifling Grooves4
  • Sight TypeRotary rear diopter drum, hooded front post
  • Optic RailNo
  • Iron SightsYes
  • Threaded BarrelNo
▤Construction6MOD.6
▲Production & Cost3MOD.3
  • Production Start1984
  • Production End1996
  • Variants6
◎Additional Dimensions2MOD.2
  • Width72 mm
  • Height214 mm
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
  1. 1945First deployment: Cold War
  2. 1979Production started
  3. 1996Production ended
47
years in service
17
years in production
5
countries operating
04 / Conflicts
HECKLER & KOCH G41 · CONFLICTS SERVED IN0% win
Total Conflicts
2
Victories
0
Ongoing
0
Losses
0
ⓘ Shown only from conflicts recorded in our database.
05 / Operators
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE8terms
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 firearm stock that can be folded or collapsed to reduce overall length for storage or transport.
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.
These terms are listed automatically because they appear on this page.full encyclopedia →
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