Denel Land Systems (formerly Lyttelton Engineering Works) · Carbine · In Service · 1987
| Weight (empty) | 3700 g (130.5 oz) |
| Overall Length | 877 mm (34.53") |
| Barrel Length | 332 mm (13.07") |
| Magazine Capacity | 35 rounds |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Long Stroke |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 920 m/s (3018 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1700 J (1254 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 400 m (437 yd) |
| Frame Material | Steel |
Primary Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
The Vektor R5 is the carbine version of the South African R4 assault rifle, itself a license-built derivative of the Israeli IMI Galil chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO. Compared to the R4, the R5 features a barrel 130 mm shorter, a shorter gas system and handguard, no bipod, and a flash hider that does not support rifle grenades. It was developed primarily for the South African Air Force, Navy, Military Health Service, and South African Police, where the full-size R4 was considered too cumbersome.
Country of Origin: South Africa
Designer: Denel Land Systems (Galil-derived)