FN F2000 vs FN FAL

2001–Present

1953–Present

~150,000 estimated

7,000,000+ units

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

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

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

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

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

4.25 kg (9.37 lb) empty

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

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

Short‑stroke gas piston, rotating bolt, closed bolt

Short-stroke gas piston, tilting breechblock, selective fire

Two‑stage military trigger with fire‑selector lever

Two-stage military trigger

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

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