Floro PDW explained

Floro PDW
Origin:
Type:Personal defense weapon,
assault rifle carbine,
sidearm
Is Ranged:YES
Manufacturer:Floro International Corporation[1] [2]
Weight:2.80 kg (Unloaded)
3.26 kg (Loaded)
Length:720 mm
450 mm (stock folded)
Part Length:200 mm
Cartridge:5.56×45mm NATO
Action:Gas Operated
Rate:750 rpm [3]
Feed:30-round STANAG magazine
Sights:Iron, Optical Sight Optional via Picatinny Rail

The Floro PDW is a compact carbine that has been developed by the Floro International of the Philippines for conventional forces, as a replacement for their 9mm caliber sidearms and submachine guns.[1]

Overview

The Floro PDW uses 5.56×45mm NATO ammunition and compatible with STANAG Magazines, improving ammunition compatibility requirements among troops while increasing their firepower effectiveness. The use of the Recoil Reduction System (RRS) enhances operator marksmanship and training. The Floro PDW can be fitted with an optional noise suppressor reduces the sound signature of the Floro PDW for Special Forces applications.[1] [2]

See also

References

Notes and References

  1. Gander, Terry J. Jane's Infantry Weapons 2002–2003. Jane's Information Group. 2002
  2. Web site: 5.56mm Personal Defense Weapon. https://web.archive.org/web/20071118024128/http://www.floro-intl.com/pdw.html. dead. 2007-11-18. Floro International.
  3. Web site: FLORO 5.56mm-PDW. Security Arms.