| Franchi LF-59 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Battle rifle |
| Place of origin |
 Italy |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Luigi Franchi S.p.A. |
| Specifications | |
| Cartridge | 7.62x51mm NATO |
| Caliber | 7.62mm |
| Action | Gas |
| Feed system | 20 round box magazine |
| Sights | Iron |
The Franchi LF-59 is a battle rifle heavily based on the FN FAL. The weapon shared the same reliability as the FAL but the Italian forces selected the BM-59.
References[]
- Walter, John; Rifles of the World, 3rd Edition (2006)
The original article can be found at Franchi LF-59 and the edit history here.