Compiled by Seth C., Uzitalk.com

The Galil:

The Galil is a Select-fire Assault Rifle chambered in both 5.56 NATO and 7.62 NATO rounds. The weapon

itself is designed from the Finnish Valmet rifle, and arguably, the FN FAL. It is the "Cadillac of

Kalashnikovs", "Israel's Deadly Desert Fighter", and is truly a weapon to behold in both engineering

creativity and user-consideration. The Galil fostered a number of unique and revolutionary features at

the time of its introduction in the late 1960's that heavily influenced the weapons of today, such as the

FN-FNC, INSAS, Kalashnikov and others. It is truly on of the most robust and reliable weapons to ever be

designed, which has aided in its continued service through the 21st Century.

Chambered in both 5.56NATO and 7.62NATO, the Galil has adopted a strong western following, both to

soldiers and freedom-fighters alike. While the 5.56 variant remained the primary version, the 7.62 line

also saw widespread usage. Parts compatibility between the two is about 80%, with only the receiver,

barrel, bolt and rear-handguard retainer being proprietary to each variant.

The Galil has six models:

- The Galil ARM. Created to fill the light-support role it sports a carry handle, bi-pod, and an enlarged

hand-guard (Teak-wood for early production, Polymer for later). The bi-pod itself contains a wire cutter,

and the hand-guard retainer contains two bottle openers that hold the bi-pod legs together. This

weapon is meant to use the 50-round magazine in 5.56 NATO. These rifles usually feature bayonet lugs,

either pinned on the barrel or milled onto the gas block. The lugs are setup for the US-standard M16

Bayonet, the M7.

{A later Galil ARM, stock folded, with bayonet lug milled onto the gas block}

- The Galil AR. This configuration is based for the infantry role, sporting a long barrel like the ARM and a

polymer hand-guard, which was also made from Teak Wood for a short period. This lacks the bi-pod and

bottle opener, but will occasionally feature Gas Blocks taken from the ARM model. Bayonet lugs are also

common.

{A traditional Galil AR, with newer bayonet lug milled gas block and no Bi-pod pin holes, stock unfolded}

- The Galil SAR. The short barreled variant configured for Close-Quarters-Combat. The barrel is trimmed

down to roughly 13 Inches for 5.56 NATO and 16 Inches for 7.62NATO. The gas tube and piston are also

shortened by roughly 1 inch. Aside from this, it is identical to the Galil AR. Later models tend to feature

Bayonet Lugs, while older models do not.

{A traditional Galil SAR, stock folded, with a newer SAR gas block with the bayonet lug milled in the rear

to compensate for the shorter barrel}

- The Galil MAR. The Micro Galil is the ultra-compact variant sporting a redesigned receiver, stock, hand-

guard, gas block, gas piston and sighting system. It also features various other improvements for user-

compatibility. When the stock is folded, it is about the same size as a UZI Sub-machine gun but allows

much greater firepower. It is commonly found in 5.56 NATO although it is manufactured in other

calibers as well. It uses a RAS-type selector and may feature a bayonet lug.

{A traditional Micro Galil, stock unfolded. Note inverted RAS-type selector}

- The Galil Sniper "Galatz". The Galatz is the sniper variant of the Galil. It utilizes a longer, more accurate

barrel with a newly designed flash hider, stock, hand-guard, and bi-pod. The Galatz is restricted to Semi-

Automatic fire only, and is built to be used with Match-Grade ammunition. The Galatz is only available in

7.62 NATO. There are many variants of the Galatz, depending on country of ownership and when it was

manufactured. Very few of these rifles were imported into the United States, but parts and accessories

can be found in very few numbers.

{A traditional “Galatz” Sniper rifle}

-The Galil SR-99. The SR-99 is a modernized Galatz, featuring polymer components instead of wood, with

integrated rail and rail covers. The SR-99 features a “mirage deflector”, which eliminates the creation of

mirages from heated barrels. The SR-99 is able to mount Harris bipods and other accessories unlike the

Galatz, and is equipped with an adjustable monopod and grip system.

{A modernized “Galatz” Sniper rifle, the Galil SR-99}

Field Stripping

The Galil field-strips as easily as any other Kalashnikov. The magazine removed, chamber cleared, then

selector put on “Auto” or “Fire”. The dust cover can then be removed via the release button located

above the stock knuckle, but be warned that it is considerably more stiff than it's Kalashnikov relative.

The return spring and assembly button are then removed by pushing the button forward then up. The

bolt carrier is pulled back and lifted out. The Gas cylinder then slides off. The bolt can be pulled off from

the bolt carrier. The rifle is now field-stripped.

The hand-guard assembly is removed by flipping the lever on the front holder behind the gas block up,

and sliding the front retainer forward. The hand-guard is then slid off, along with the rear hand-guard

holder. When reassembling, be sure to place the return-spring button on the ledge forward of the

groove so that it does not interfere with installation of the dust cover. Once the dust cover is in place,

operate the action to get the return-spring button to seat in the dust cover slot.

{A Galil ARM field stripped, taken from the Galil manual}

{Another view of a stripped Galil ARM}

Barrels:

Barrel lengths and features differ from each rifle. IMI rifles have 1:12(Early imports) or 1:7 Twist

Rates(Later imports).

There are multiple barrel lengths for AR, ARM, and SAR rifles. The barrel is normally longer on 7.62

NATO rifles than on 5.56 NATO rifles.

21-Inch Barrel – Found only on very early Galil AR and ARM 7.62 NATO rifles. Very little documentation

exists of this variation, which only features a bayonet lug on ARM variants. These are noted for being on

Magnum Research and some Action Arms manuals and catalogues.

20-Inch Barrel – These are common also on early Galil AR and ARM 7.62NATO rifles, both civilian and

military. They always feature bayonet lugs.

18-Inch Barrel – These are the standard-length barrels for Galil AR and ARM rifles in both calibers. They

were IDF standard issue without bayonet lugs. Export versions commonly have bayonet lugs pinned to

the barrel or (later) integrated into the Gas block assembly.

16-Inch Barrel – This barrel length is found on Galil AR, ARM, and SAR (7.62NATO) rifles of later

manufacture and import. Bayonet lugs were deleted on the AR and ARM variants, though sometimes

present on SAR rifles in 7.62NATO caliber.

13-Inch Barrel – Mounted only on Select-Fire Galil SAR rifles that are not restricted by barrel-length

requirements. Bayonet lugs are milled on the Gas blocks or pinned to the barrel on early versions. Some

early versions did not have bayonet mounting provisions.

{Top: The 21-Inch Galil AR 7.62-NATO. This is one of a few photos that exist of this rifle. Note that it is

oddly marked “Action Arms, Philadelphia PA” behind the fire-selector with lightening cuts behind the

handguard, something that is never found on civilian imports, although this rifle is semi-automatic.

Bottom: Another 21-inch Galil AR in 7.62NATO with stock folded. It is worth noting that this model has

the later Type 3 folding stock with no lightening cuts present unlike the example above. It also lacks the

unusual import marks behind the selector}

{A 20-Inch Galil ARM 7.62-NATO with bipod removed}

{An 18-Inch Galil ARM in 7.62-NATO, Model 323}

{An 18-Inch Galil ARM in 5.56NATO; select-fire. This is the classic Israeli configuration with no bayonet

lug}

Stocks:

The Galil stock design was never altered greatly; still considered one of the greatest folding stocks ever

produced to this day. Contrary to original claims, the folding stocks were manufactured out of tubular

aluminum, not steel. There are three main variations (Micro Galil and Post-ban wood types excluded):

{Note: Stocks labeled by the order developed and not official designations}

Type 1: The original stock most commonly found. The resemblance to the FAL Paratrooper stock is

uncanny, though the mounting bracket and construction differ. These are constructed of tubular

aluminum with a plastic cheek rest on the top tube and coated in Black enamel paint. They were

featured on both 5.56 NATO and 7.62 NATO Rifles with a bare metal butt pad.

Type 1 “Hook”: The type 1 “Hook” stock is a rather rare variation of the Type 1. The “Hook” stock has a

longer, contoured curve at the top of the metal butt pad to better fit the shooter. Some speculation is

that the “Hook” is an early-variation of the Type 1, or an early 1st pattern stock for the 7.62 NATO rifle

line. It is almost identical to the Type 1 save for the butt pad.

Type 2: The Type 2 was a later design developed for the 7.62 NATO line. It was only featured on

7.62NATO/.308WIN rifles, and was essentially a Type 1 stock with butt pad machined out and a rubber

replacement affixed for better comfort and recoil control for the shooter. The grooves featured on the

bare-metal Type 1 are visible on the Type 2, as well as the same curve. These are very rare and difficult

to find not attached to a rifle.

Type 3: The Type 3 is very similar to the Type 2. Both feature the same rubber recoil pads, however, the

Type 3 doesn’t feature the butt pad ‘curve’ or grooves of the Type 2, and is squared off where the stock

tubes meet the butt pad.

Type 4: The latest design produced by IMI and INDUMIL of Colombia, the Type 4 has the same stock-

support running along the channel as the South African series, but retains the shorter length. It features

a slimmed-down stock bracket with more machining involved to reduce weight, and an extra-thick

rubber recoil-pad. The entire stock is coated in a Poly-resin. These are most often found on Galil-Micros

and later Galil ARs, but will fit all standard models

Type 5: Commonly called the South African stock for where it originated, it is featured on the R4, R5 and

R6 Rifles. These differ in their Length of Pull which is extended by about 3/4" of an Inch. The center

support is slimmer and travels down the stock a longer distance instead of a single thick support like on

the Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3. Type 5 stocks are constructed of tubular aluminum coated in black plastic

with removable butt pads. The stock bracket is identical to the IMI style on the Type 1-3.

Type 6: The Type 6 is an updated variant of the South African Type 5. The Stock bracket is more

simplified and features less machining, while the stock itself is coated in a rough Poly-resin with the butt

pad molded into the assembly. It is not removable.

{From Left to Right: IMI Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, Type 4, and SA Type 5 and Type 6. Not pictured is the Type 1 "Hook" or civilian sporting stocks.}

Handguards:

The first Galil AR and ARM’s that rolled out of the IMI Factory sported bright blonde Teak Wood

handguards that absorbed heat better than plastics which were still new inventions at the time. The

Galil AR and SAR would quickly change to extremely durable polymer after shipping out many rifles to

Latin American countries, which can still be seen to this day both in parts kits and in military service. The

ARM would eventually also switch to polymer, but by this time the Galil AR and SAR were being fielded

in much greater numbers than the ARM, so fewer are seen.

{Top to bottom: Early Teak AR/SAR, later polymer AR/SAR, Early Teak ARM, later polymer ARM, early

Teak R4, later polymer R4}

Gas Blocks:

Initial production of the Galil only used two variations of Gas Blocks for the AR, ARM and SAR rifle lines,

but not necessarily in a linear fashion. The Galil ARM only uses the variation cast with bipod-attachment

points. The Galil AR used both; though normally fitted with the initial SAR/AR gas block without

provisions for bipod-attachment, it is not unheard of to see a Galil rifle in AR configuration with an ARM

gas block so as to make bipod attachment possible. The Galil SAR was only able to use the SAR/AR gas

block because of its shortened front half, making normal bipod attachment impossible.

The initial Gas blocks are sometimes dubbed the "H" blocks because of the 'H' cast marks often found on

the right side, theoretically indicating IMI-Military production. The Gas blocks had no provisions for

bayonet attachment; if this was desired, a special 'lug' was fitted to either the front (AR,ARM) or rear

(SAR) via a notch and roll-pin through the barrel, much like how the Gas block is affixed.

The Gas block castings were later revised sometime during the middle/late 1980's to be more

economical, easier to install and lighter. The line of production was further split from Two variations to

Five. The main improvement of the new design was the bayonet-attachment cast directly into the Gas

Block itself to avoid the process of fitting an extra attachment directly onto the barrel, however, not all

variations made use of this new feature. Each rifle line kept the option open to the customer whether or

not bayonets could be used. The ARM and AR had the bayonet-point located in the front and were

interchangeable; the SAR used a proprietary variation with the bayonet-point located in the rear.

Further notable changes to the design were a 45* angle added to the front of the sight-hood dovetail

with more pronounced windage indicator markings; two pronounced plateaus on the bottom of each

side of the Gas block for drilling and installation; and slight relocation of the sling-loop a few millimeters

above its prior location.

{Top Row, Left to Right: Original Galil ARM block and Updated variation (bipod attachment points were ground-off)} Bottom Row, Left to Right: Original Galil AR/SAR block and Updated AR variation with bayonet-point}

{Close-up photo of both ARM blocks; note the squared-off front of the dovetail on the original versus the

angular type on the updated variation. Also note the drilling-points and "T" cast mark on the updated

version}

{Close-up photo of the windage-indicator markings. Left is the first Gas block variation, Right is the

updated}

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Select-Fire Rifles:

The select-fire Galils generally come in a basic configuration. Most common is the Galil AR chambered in

5.56 NATO, which is usually found with 18 Inch barrels, bayonet lugs, and SAR fire-selectors. Galil ARM's

were eventually phased out since Belt-Fed machine guns are preferred for the Support Weapon role

over magazine fed rifles and gradually altered into a modified Designated Marksman Rifle or Sniper rifle

in some countries to save on costs. Galil SAR's were originally more prevalent for NCO's, Tank Crews and

support groups, but have found strong followings with counter-terrorism and Special Forces groups. The

Micro Galil and ACE series is slowly taking over in the Special Forces and counter-terrorism role, but the

Galil SAR is still holding strong.

Fire-selector configurations:

There are numerous selector markings for Galils, usually made to accommodate foreign languages.

There are currently four known types of selectors:

- The first type is the standard SAR-type selector Galils are known for, where it is backwards-to-fire with

the thumb-selector.

- The Second is a RAS-type selector, where the selector is inverted to Forward-to-fire, to remedy the

awkward movement when using the thumb-selector. This type is common on newer Galils, but still

somewhat rare for IMI-production.

- The third is a SBR-type selector, which features a "B" instead of "A" for automatic fire. This was likely

for a language change.

- The last is a SAN-type selector, which features an "N" instead of an "R" for Repetition, or semi-

automatic fire. This was mostly found on Guatemalan receivers.

{Clockwise: An SBR-Type selector, SAN-Type selector, and a RAS-Type selector on an early Galil ARM,

taken from an IMI Catalogue}

American Select-Fire Imports: The Galil was imported in the United States, and to some degree still are, to Police and Military. Many rifles were simple IMI export models, while others featured alterations. One being the distinct "Double Flashhiders" found on Mossberg Galil SARs that were likely installed to meet a length requirement. - Imports included ARMs, ARs, SARs and Micros with English markings. - Magazines are occasionally found to have “RESTRICTED GOVERNMENT, LAW ENFORCEMENT USE ONLY” stamped on the side indicating post-1994 ban import. -Most have the standard SAR-type selector.

{A Galil SAR with the “Double Flash hider”)}

{The “Double Flash hider” compared to a normal Galil ARM barrel and M16 style Flash hider}

{A “RESTRICTED GOVERNMENT, LAW ENFORCEMENT USE ONLY” .308 ’waffle’ Magazine}

Markings: Rifle markings are different as per manufacture, but also vary dramatically per contract, date of manufacture, and variant. -IMI Guatemalan-contract rifles will have either "GUAT / KEL" or "GUATEMALA" underneath the export markings. -Indumil rifles are marked similar to IMI production rifles, with “Galil {TYPE}, Caliber, Industria Militar de Columbia” stacked vertically on the left side of the receiver. -IMI Israeli-Service rifles are entirely marked in Hebrew in the same manner as the export rifles with the addition of the IDF sword and shield. Info is Roll Stamped, not engraved. -IMI Export rifles are usually marked "F.A. GALIL, [Caliber], IMI", or “[Galil Variant] GALIL, [Caliber], [Model #], IMI, Israel” stacked horizontally in the middle of the left side of the receiver. The markings for 7.62 and 5.56 NATO rifles would be the same, with “7.62/.308”or “5.56/.223” being the only difference.

{A {100% original Israeli Galil}

{An INDUMIL-manufacture Galil SAR, with inverted RAS-type selector, marked “P.N.C” for “Policia National Columbiana”, the Columbian National Police. The model # is oddly marked 697-5000}

{A police-recovered INDUMIL Galil SAR, Caliber 7.62X51NATO, marked” P.N.C” for “Policia National Columbiana”, the Columbian National Police. This was apparently found in a swamp and demilitarized}

{English markings for an IMI-Export Galil-SAR}

{Another INDUMIL-manufactured Galil AR, Caliber 5.56NATO. This rifle utilizes the RAS-Type selector to prevent the awkward thumb-movement of pulling backwards-to-fire, replaced by pushing forwards-to-fire. This was taken from a Police Firearm Identification guide}

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Semi-Automatic Rifles: Most Galils will follow accordingly with the information here. However, Galils are notorious for uniqueness, and may have incorrect markings or configurations, at which time you should seek assistance if concerned. _____________________________________ Importation of Galils into the United States was done mainly by Magnum Research and Action Arms. Springfield Armory also imported some rifles before and after the ban, with similar production models as Action Arms rifles, sometimes Post-Ban altered. The Model 710 seems to be a Springfield Armory exclusive import. Mossberg imported receivers under the name "Uzi America" from IMI, initially planning to import Galil Rifles in post-ban configuration as well as manufacture. This plan was eventually shut down after Mossberg's military contracts were threatened with cancellation by the US Government, and very few if any rifles were ever completed. The leftover receivers were stored away in Mossberg inventory (some were also barreled-receivers) until being liquidated to NHM. They did however; import Select-Fire Galils for law enforcement and military purchase only.

Special Notes on Semi-Automatic Galil Imports: - Some Magnum Research rifles are not stamped "GALIL" or “S.AUTO GALIL” and are California and Connecticut legal, meaning they can be transferred legally there. - The first 100 Magnum Research Galils have special authenticity paperwork signifying their status. - Early Galils were simply marked as “Galil Semi-Auto” with serial numbers appearing vertically behind the handguard retainer with no model number. - Early Magnum Research 7.62 NATO rifles are noted for having ejectors riveted in place from the left side of the receiver, versus being milled. - There are only about 10,000 pre-ban Semi-Automatic Galils in the United States. - There exists 10th year anniversary Action Arms Galils that feature a special sticker on the box for 1979-1989 just before the ban was enacted. - Some Galil ARMs were converted to AR configuration for sales purposes, as ARs were more popular than ARMs. This is why some AR’s may have ARM Gas-Blocks and Rear-Handguard Retainers. - Transitional Galils are Magnum Research Galils purchased by Action Arms when importation rights were transferred over. They may or may not have Magnum Research serial numbers, but will have Action Arms information engraved on the side (often replacing where Magnum Research had theirs).

{A Transitional Galil, marked Action Arms, but still has a MR serial number. It is also not marked “GALIL”, making it legal to own in California/Connecticut}

{A “Combination” Galil. Originally a Galil ARM Model 372 with the bi-pod removed and hand-guard replaced by a Galil AR one. The ARM hand-guard retainer, carry handle, and bi-pod pin holes were left on the rifle. This is a legitimate rifle straight out of the box}

{The 10th Year Anniversary sticker, found on only the very last Galil Imports before the 1989 Ban, where the “S” designation was marked on each rifle. Action Arms would close their doors just a few years later}

{Top and Bottom: Special early-imported Galil AR rifle. Note that there is no model number, yet it is in identical configuration to the Model 361}

MAGNUM RESEARCH

Magnum Research imported the first rifles, which are known for having, as described politically, “Evil Features" that Action Arm and Springfield Armory had removed in their imports. These include: Long barrels, bayonet lugs and birdcage flash hiders. They initially were imported without Night-Sights due to import restrictions, but were later made available for customers to have installed. These are generally more collectable than any of the other imported versions due to their military-resemblance and age.

{An “Evil” Galil ARM Model-332}

Notes on Magnum Research Rifles: - Usually feature the full-length barrels, however some models do not. - Magnum Research imports had less durable finishes compared to later Action Arms imports. - Most rifles have bayonet lugs attached to the barrel. - Birdcage flash-hiders instead of the proprietary Galil type flash-hiders are a common trait. - May be marked Caliber “7.62/.308Win” or “Caliber 5.56/.223REM” (Military Designations) instead of only “.308Win” or “.223Rem” (Civilian Designation). - Markings start with {MR Serial #} vertically behind the hand-guard.

ACTION ARMS

Action Arms was granted Galil-importation rights Magnum Research in the mid-1980 and would continue importing them until the ban in 1989. These imports had most "Evil Features" removed, however, some may still be featured on rifles transitioned from Magnum Research's inventory and sold by Action Arms. The majority have the standard Galil look you are likely to see today. Action Arms sold the most Galils and accessories prior to the importation ban, where models imported after the ban feature an "S" next to the model number. Galils that feature the marking may or may not be subject to the ban on foreign-arms. A large "S" will indicate your rifle is able to be setup in the normal Galil configuration. A small "s", however, must be equipped with a Thumb-hole stock and other Post-ban features.

{A Large “S” marked Galil Model 386, imported during the 1989 Ban but still has Pre-Ban features]

Notes on Action Arm Rifles: - Usually feature short barrels and no bayonet lugs. - The finish is of a better quality than previous rifles. - Markings and features may be different than normal AA rifles and similar to MR rifles, which are known as "Transitional". These are both slightly more collectible and valuable than normal rifles. - Models featuring an "S" designation are generally worth less in terms of collector's value. - Markings start with {AA –Serial #–} OR {AAL –Serial #–} horizontally above the scope mount cut.

{Top to bottom: Actions Arms Model 386S and Action Arms Model 392}

SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

Springfield Armory imported some Galils as well, although they are much more uncommon. Their imports included mostly post-ban features such as the Thumb-hole stock and removed bipods on ARMs, with a few handfuls being in original pre-ban configuration. Aside from this fact, and the markings of course, they are aesthetically identical to Action Arm imports. However, they feature a distinct change in barrel-twist rates with 1:7 twists instead of the 1:12 found on both AA and MR imported rifles. These imports are overall not as desirable in post-ban configuration, as conversions over to pre-ban specifications can be quite expensive and difficult, and would involve removing a number of original components to meet compliance.

Notes on Springfield Armory Rifles: - Have short 16 inch barrels and no bayonet lugs. -Barrel twists switched from 1:12 to 1:7 - Aesthetically identical to Action Arms Rifles. - Will usually have a thumb-hole stock. - Models usually marked with "S" designation and are worth less in terms of collector's value. - Markings start with {G.S Serial #}. "G.S" Stands for "Galil Sporter". - Models lacking "S" designation after the model number generally have no change in value from an AA import.

{Springfield Armory Markings}

MOSSBERG/NHM:

In the early 1990s, Mossberg formed an agreement to import IMI products under a new brand name of Uzi-America. While the original intent (as the name implies) was to import select-fire Uzis for police, they also chose to venture into the Galil rifle line. The standing rumors are that Mossberg was intending

to import fully-assembled Galil Sporters as well as manufacture their own Galils in factory configuration with IMI and US parts to circumvent the 1989 ban. Mossberg managed to import some barreled-receivers, bare receivers, and possibly even a few completed rifles before pressure by the US government forced them to abandon the project. Despite this, they managed to sell quite a few of them as well as accessories including magazine adapters and scope mounts for use in the civilian market. The remaining unsold inventory of receivers was put into Mossberg storage for a few years, before being sold as one lot to “New Helvetia Manufacturing”, a company that was part of Old Sacramento Armory in California, who sold them individually with their own markings. Many of these receivers were completed with the help of parts-kits some years after liquidation and can be occasionally found on the market, though not nearly commanding the same price as their pre-ban counterparts.

Special Notes on Uzi America: -Uzi America receivers were marked “Galil Sporter” like Springfield Armory and Mossberg. -Markings were engraved in a small font on the receiver. -Old Sacramento receivers were marked “NHM CO SAC CA” underneath.

{An Uzi America receiver chambered for .223Remington}

{An Uzi America receiver chambered in .308Winchester with the “Uzi America” marking ground off, supposedly by NHM.}

{A Mossberg imported Galil receiver with NHM “Billboard” markings}

{Advertisement for the planned Uzi America Galil Sporter, which never came into production.}

{The right side of an Uzi America receiver, where warning markings were engraved}

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Rifle Models and Accessories List for Domestic and International Galils: Select Fire: Caliber 5.56NATO Galil Micro, Model 699 – (Barrel and features Unknown, RAS selector) Galil SAR, MR 365 – (13 Inch barrel and lug, pinned behind gas block) Galil SAR, AA 365 – (13 Inch barrel, lug milled into rear of gas block) Galil SAR, Model 707 – (13 Inch barrel, lug milled into rear of gas block) Galil SAR, Model 352 – (13 Inch barrel, Wood Handguard) Galil SAR, Model 697-5000 – (16 Inch double-FH barrel, lug milled into rear of gas block, marked P.N.C) Galil AR/ARM, Model 706 – (18 Inch barrel, lug milled into gas block, ARM gas block, SBR selector) Galil AR/ARM, Model 706 – (18 Inch barrel, lug milled into gas block, ARM gas block, SAR selector) Galil AR/ARM, Model 696 – (18 Inch barrel, ARM gas block, RAS selector) Galil AR, Model 362 – (Barrel and features Unknown, SAN selector) Galil AR, MR 352 – (18 Inch barrel with lug, Selector Unknown) Galil AR, Model 357 – (18 Inch barrel, Wood Handguard) Galil ARM, Model 354 – (18 Inch barrel, lug milled into gas block) Galil ARM, Model 354 – (18 Inch Barrel with lug, inverted) Galil ARM, MR 354 – (18 Inch barrel with lug, Type 2 buttstock) Serial Range 80008X Caliber 7.62NATO

Galil SAR, Model 338 – (16 Inch Barrel, Selector Unknown, Type 1 buttstock) Galil SAR, Model 333 – (16 Inch barrel, Selector Unknown, lug milled into gas block, Type 2/3 buttstock) Galil AR, Model 337 – (21 Inch barrel, Selector Unknown) Galil ARM, Model 336 – (20 Inch barrel and lug, RAS Selector) Galil ARM, Model 335 -- (20 Inch barrel and lug, selector unknown, lacks carry-handle)

Semi-Automatic: Caliber .308 Galil AR,MR Semi-Auto – ( 20 inch barrel and lug, external riveted ejector, identical to model 331) Serial Range 160002x Galil AR, MR 331 (20 inch barrel and lug) Serial Range MR04xxx to MR046xx Galil AR, MR 331 – (16.5 inch barrel, no lug) Serial Range MR069xx Galil AR, MR 331 -- (16.5 inch barrel and lug) Serial Range MR047xx Galil AR, AA 331 – (20 inch barrel and lug with transitional marks, not marked Galil) Serial Range AAL049xx Galil AR, AA 331 – (16.5 inch barrel, no lug with transitional marks) Galil AR, MR 332 – (16.5 Inch barrel, no lug) Galil AR, AA 329 – (18 inch barrel, no lug) Serial Range AAL209094x Galil AR, AA 329S – (18 inch barrel, no lug, thumb-hole stock) Serial Range AAL209xxxx Galil AR, GS 329S – (18 inch barrel, no lug, thumb-hole stock) Serial Range GS2099xxx Galil ARM, AA 323 – (18 inch barrel, no lug) Serial Range AAL2089xxx to AAL2094xxx Galil ARM, AA 332 – (16.5 inch barrel and lug, special factory ‘chopped’ version, barrel too short to mount bayonet) Galil ARM, MR 332 – (20 inch barrel and lug) Galil ARM, AA 332 – (20 inch barrel and lug (may feature transitional marks)) Serial Range AAL2078xxx Galil ARM, MR 332S – (20 inch barrel, no lug, only 1 model ever spotted, likely unique) Galil ARM, MR 332 S—(20 inch barrel and lug, hand-engraved “S”, likely unique) Caliber .223 Galil AR, MR Semi-Auto – (18 inch barrel and lug, no model number, identical to model 361) Serial Range MR0051x to MR0062X Galil AR, MR 361 – (18 inch barrel and lug) Serial Range MR00064x Galil AR, AA 361 – (18 inch barrel and lug with transitional marks) Serial Range AAL000xxxx Galil AR, AA 386 – (16 inch barrel, no lug) Serial Range AAL2095xxx Galil AR, GS 710 – (16 inch 1:7 barrel, no lug, Lacks "S" designation) Galil AR, GS 386 – (16 inch 1:7 barrel, no lug) Serial Range AAL207765x to AAL209xxxx Galil AR, GS 392 – (16 inch 1:7 barrel, thumbhole stock, no flash-hider) Serial Range GS2095xxx Galil AR, AA 397S – (16 inch barrel, no lug, marked "Sporter") Serial Range AAL210xxxx to AAL21005xx Galil ARM, MR Semi-Auto -- (18 inch barrel and lug, no model number, identical to model 372) Serial Range MR025XX Galil AR/ARM, AA 372 – (18 inch barrel and lug, AR plastic handguard, ARM gas block, may have AR or ARM rear retainer with carry handle with transitional marks) Serial Range AAL3xxx Galil ARM, MR 372 – (18 inch barrel and lug) Serial Range MR0028xx to MR003xxx Galil ARM, GS 710S – (16 inch 1:7 barrel , no lug, thumb-hole stock, no night-sites, no carry handle)

Serial Range GS2100xxx Galil ARM, AA 372 – (18 inch barrel and lug, not marked Galil) Serial Range AA03xxx to AAL207750x Galil ARM, AA 372 – (18 inch barrel, lug milled into gas block) Galil ARM, AA 392 – (16 inch barrel, no lug) Galil ARM, GS 392 – (16 inch 1:7 barrel, no lug) Serial Range AAL207910x to AAL207947x Galil ARM, AA 392S – (16 inch barrel, no lug, marked "Sporter") Galil ARM, AA 710S – (16 inch 1:7 barrel, no lug, thumb-hole stock)

Known Serials for Early-Galil Semi-Automatics: #MR 00577 - 5.56, AR 361 configuration (Converted to transferable Machine-Gun) #MR 00640 - 5.56, AR 361 configuration #MR 00646 - 5.56, AR 361 configuration #MR 00515 - 5.56, AR 361 configuration #MR 00519 - 5.56, AR 361 configuration #MR 00541 - 5.56, AR 361 configuration #MR 00587 - 5.56, AR 361 configuration #MR 025xx - 5.56, ARM 372 configuration #MR 02535 - 5.56, ARM 372 configuration (tested in Guns magazine 1994) #2-1500032 - 7.62, ARM configuration, 16" chopped barrel (Non-American import) #n(?)-1600025 - 7.62, AR 331 configuration

Accessories: .308 25 round magazine .308 20 round magazine (converted M14) .308 10 round magazine (converted M14) .308 12 round magazine .308 5 round magazine .223 50 round Steel magazine .223 35 round Steel magazine .223 12 round blank Steel magazine .223 20 round Steel magazine .223 35 round Orlite magazine .223 35 round South African magazine Magazine Adapter, .223, Magnum Research (with pin) Magazine Adapter, .223, Action Arms (No pin) Scope mount, 30 mm Scope mount, Quick Detach for PVS-2 Scope mount, rail type IMI Galil Sling Galil Box Cleaning Kit Night Sight Set Galil Case, Action Arms Original Nimrod Galil Scope

Galil Manual

{A recent Galil Catalogue showing the Galil variants, specifications, and accessories}

{A vintage Action-Arms Galil Scope rail, still in its original packaging after more than 20 years} _____________________________________________________________________________________

Magazines: The 5.56 uses a standard 35 Round steel magazine and a 50 Round steel magazine. There are also newer Orlite magazines which are extremely durable. Israel also produces a 12 Round Blank steel magazine for launching rifle grenades that block the use of live rounds, but can be modified to do so. 20 Round Steel magazines also exist, though slightly rare. South Africa produces their own magazines, steel and polymer. The South African Polymer magazines were meant to be disposable, but were found to work very well and last very long. They also have the Mold Number on the front. Very rare prototype Aluminum magazines exist and are believed to have been made by INDUMIL of Colombia in 35rd Capacity. Much like the Soviet AK47 Aluminum magazines, these were dropped in favor of Steel and Polymer versions.

{From Left to Right: 12 Round Steel Blank, 20 Round Steel, 35 Round Steel LEO marked, 35 Round Orlite, 35 Round South African Polymer, and 50 Round Steel magazines} The 7.62 NATO Galil has the standard Galil 25 Round magazine, as well as converted M14 20 round magazines which were used in the Galil until its own ‘waffle’ magazine was developed. Early Magnum Research imports received mostly converted M14 20 round magazines while Action Arms received the newer types. Aside from the M14 20 round and Galil 25 round, they also produced 10 Round, 12 Round, and 5 Round magazines, though the 5 Round magazines are extremely rare and are very valuable. Some converted M14 30 Round magazines were also found, though the one below is the only one I have ever recorded.

{From Left to Right: Steel M14 30 Round Converted, Galil 25 Round, Galil 5 Round, Galil 12 Round, and a Galil Magazine Loader. All are chambered for .308Winchester or 7.62x51 NATO}

Magazine Adapters: Magazine Adapters were created for the Galil to allow the use of readily-available AR-15 magazines, and are inserted into the mag-well like a normal Galil magazine, and acts as a magazine well for AR-15 magazines. There are two different variants, with multiple types of each: -"Pin" Magazine adapters were imported by Magnum Research and offered to customers through special catalogs. The "Pin" held the magazine release in place so that it would not accidentally release the Magazine adapter. This type was only offered by Magnum Research. -Action Arms imported an identical adapter, but removed the pin. The reason is unknown, since it secured the entire adapter from falling out. -Uzi America adapters are marked “UA” and are identical to Action Arms adapters.

{Five different Galil Adapters, with only the top two featuring the “Pin”. Note how they both feature different stamping styles and finishes. The bottom left adapter was manufactured/imported by Uzi America noted by the “UA” marking. The other two are likely Action Arms or aftermarket adapters}

Specific Measurements: Measurements of specific components for comparison: AR Vs. SAR Gas Tubes Galil AR-Length Gas Tube: 8.800 Inches. Galil SAR-Length Gas Tube: 7.765 Inches. AR Vs. SAR Gas Pistons Galil AR-Length Gas Tube: 5.455 Inches. Galil SAR-Length Gas Piston: 4.33 Inches. Exact Barrel Measurements: Galil 7.62 SAR – 15.7 Inches. Galil 5.56 SAR – 13.1 Inches.

Picture and Info Credit: Many pictures included were pulled off forums, ended auctions, and articles. I will attempt to credit everyone where possible. The pictures are used for informational purposes only. Dr. Nebulous – Balashnikov.com Jetskrtal – Uzitalk.com, Balashnikov.com Adipose – Uzitalk.com “ IZZI “– Uzitalk.com Fast50 – Uzitalk.com Icastillo – Uzitalk.com Emerz – Uzitalk.com Blade – Uzitalk.com Ugh! – Uzitalk.com www.Israeli-Weapons.com http://www.snipercountry.com JPGlee1- Calguns.net