| IMBEL MD97 | |
| Origin: | Brazil |
| Type: | Assault rifle |
| Is Ranged: | yes |
| Service: | 1997-present |
| Used By: | See Users |
| Manufacturer: | IMBEL |
| Variants: | See Variants |
| Weight: | 3.7kg (08.2lb) (MD97L), 3.3kg (07.3lb) (MD97LC) |
| Length: | 1010mm (MD97L), 850mm (MD97LC) |
| Part Length: | 437mm (MD97L), 330mm |
| Cartridge: | 5.56×45mm NATO |
| Rate: | 950 rounds per minute |
| Velocity: | 920m/s |
| Range: | 600m (2,000feet) |
| Max Range: | 3800m (12,500feet) |
| Feed: | 30-round STANAG magazines |
The IMBEL MD97 is a Brazilian assault rifle used by the Brazilian Army, Special Forces, and police forces.
The MD97 is a selective-fire or semi-automatic assault rifle that has been produced by IMBEL in Brazil since 1997. It is based upon the IMBEL MD2, which is itself based upon the FN FAL.]