Fabbrica d'Armi Pietro Beretta · Battle-Rifle · Out Of Production · 1959
| Weight (empty) | 4400 g (155.2 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1095 mm (43.11") |
| Barrel Length | 491 mm (19.33") |
| Magazine Capacity | 20 rounds |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Long Stroke |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 823 m/s (2700 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 3225 J (2379 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 600 m (656 yd) |
| Frame Material | Steel |
Primary Caliber: 7.62x51mm NATO
The Beretta BM59 is an Italian select-fire battle rifle developed in 1959 by Beretta as a modernization of the M1 Garand action for the 7.62x51mm NATO cartridge. Designed by Domenico Salza and the Beretta engineering team, it replaced the Garand's eight-round en-bloc clip with a 20-round detachable box magazine and added selective-fire capability, while retaining the iconic long-stroke gas piston and rotating bolt. A distinctive tri-compensator muzzle device integrates a muzzle brake, flash supp...
Country of Origin: Italy
Designer: Domenico Salza and Beretta engineering team