Accuracy International AXMC vs FN FAL

2010–Present

1953–Present

~15,000 estimated

7,000,000+ units

1,050 mm (41.3 in) with stock extended, 970 mm (38.2 in) with stock collapsed

1,090 mm (42.9 in) stock extended; 1,020 mm (40.2 in) stock folded (para)

406 mm (16 in) standard, 508 mm (20 in) optional for .338 Lapua, 254 mm (10 in) for .308 variants

533 mm (21.0 in) standard; 458 mm (18.0 in) para variant

5.6 kg (12.3 lb) empty, 6.2 kg (13.7 lb) with 20‑round .338 Lapua magazine

4.25 kg (9.37 lb) empty

10‑round detachable box standard for .308/.300 Win Mag, 5‑round for .338 Lapua, 7‑round for .300 Norma Magnum

20 rounds standard; 5, 10, 30 round options available

Bolt‑action with three‑locking‑lugs, 60° bolt lift, interchangeable bolt head for different cartridges, fully enclosed receiver

Short-stroke gas piston, tilting breechblock, selective fire

Adjustable two‑stage trigger, pull weight 0.5–1.0 kg (1.1–2.2 lb) selectable

Two-stage military trigger

Standard: detachable Picatinny rail for optics, optional low‑power variable 1‑10× scope; backup: flip‑up iron sights on detachable rail

Aperture rear sight adjustable for windage and elevation, hooded front post