CETME Modelo C vs FN FAL

1960–1990

1953–Present

Approximately 200,000

7,000,000+ units

1015 mm

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

450 mm

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

4.3 kg (unloaded)

4.25 kg (9.37 lb) empty

20 rounds

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

Roller-delayed blowback

Short-stroke gas piston, tilting breechblock, selective fire

Selective fire

Two-stage military trigger

Diopter rear, hooded front post

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