Israel Weapon Industries · Assault-Rifle · In Service · 2001
| Weight (empty) | 3230 g (113.9 oz) |
| Overall Length | 640 mm (25.20") |
| Barrel Length | 380 mm (14.96") |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 rounds |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Long Stroke |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 890 m/s (2920 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1583 J (1168 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 450 m (492 yd) |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
Primary Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
The IWI CTAR-21 (Commando Tavor) is the short-barrelled carbine variant of the Israeli Tavor TAR-21 bullpup assault rifle, chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO and produced by Israel Weapon Industries. Originally developed for special forces and commando units who needed a more compact weapon than the standard 460mm-barrel TAR-21, the CTAR-21 trims the barrel to 380mm (15 inches) for an overall length of just 640mm — comparable to a folded MP5 — while retaining full 5.56 NATO ballistics, select-fire capa...
Country of Origin: Israel
Designer: Israel Military Industries / IWI engineering team