Accuracy International L96A1 vs FN F2000

1985–Present

2001–Present

~30,000 estimated

~150,000 estimated

1,180 mm (46.5 in) with stock extended, 1,050 mm (41.3 in) with stock collapsed

790 mm (31.1 in) with stock folded, 860 mm (33.9 in) extended

508 mm (20 in) standard, 457 mm (18 in) for some export variants

508 mm (20 in) standard, 406 mm (16 in) for compact variants

5.5 kg (12.1 lb) empty, 6.2 kg (13.7 lb) with optics and accessories

2.95 kg (6.5 lb) empty, 3.45 kg (7.6 lb) loaded

10‑round detachable box magazine standard, 5‑round options available

30 rounds standard STANAG, 20‑round and 40‑round drum options

Bolt‑action, three‑locking lug, controlled round feed, free‑floating barrel mounted to chassis

Short‑stroke gas piston, rotating bolt, closed bolt

Two‑stage, adjustable pull weight, fully ambidextrous safety

Two‑stage military trigger with fire‑selector lever

Standard: detachable Picatinny rail for optics; optional: backup iron sights (fold‑up aperture rear, post front)

Integrated 1.5× optical sight (foldable), backup iron sights, optional Picatinny rail for reflex or night sights