SA80 Assault Rifles

by Neil Grant

Now the standard weapon for British soldiers across the globe, the SA80's early years were shrouded in controversy after a series of dismal performances. It was prone to jamming in desert conditions, had several flimsy parts that would often break after repeated use, and had an incredibly sensitive magazine catch. When these issues came to light, the SA80 was lambasted by the news, leading to the Ministry of Defence ordering an extensive modification...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1472811046
• ISBN13: 9781472811042
• Release Date: September 2016
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (UK)
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.2" x 9.7"