HEAVY HITTER: Galil ACE In 7.62 NATO -The Firearm Blog

After a series of unfortunate events, missteps and recalls, IWI US is finally ready to release the latest version of their Galil ACE rifle. Chambered in 7.62 NATO, the new AK-derivative is as feature rich as its lesser powered kin. As we’ve covered several times in the past, the ACE features a milled receiver, a full-length picatinny rail, left side charging handle and tritium night sights.

Last week IWI US announced the 7.62 NATO arrival on their Facebook Page:

We are pleased to announce that after months of delays, today we finally start shipping the Galil ACE rifles in 7.62 NATO (7.62x51mm)! They should start showing up at our distributors early next week and your local FFL Dealer a few days later. The IWI US website will be updated with details on this rifle in a few hours.

IWI US Galil ACE in 7.62 NATO @ TFB

Improvements made since the original Galil was first developed include:

Charging handle (reciprocating) moved to the left side of the milled steel receiver allowing for weak hand operation
LR/SR25 magazine compatibility. (Note that the Galil ACE rifle is assembled in the US from imported and US parts under 18 U.S.C § 922(r). You should only use magazines made in the USA in your Galil ACE rifle. Use of an imported magazine may put you in violation of 18 U.S.C § 922(r).)
Weight reduction with the use of modern polymers
Full length 2-piece Picatinny top rail
Picatinny tri-rail forearm with built in, slide on/ off rail covers with pressure switch access
Side Folding adjustable telescoping buttstock with 2 position removable comb on all rifle models
Fully adjustable iron sights with Tritium front post and 2 dot Tritium rear aperture

Specifications:

Caliber 7.62 NATO (7.62x51mm)
Action Semi-auto
Operating System Closed rotating bolt, long stroke gas piston
Magazine Type MAGPUL LR/SR25 GEN M3
Magazine Capacity 20 rounds
Barrel Material Cold hammer forged, CrMoV, Chrome lined
Barrel Length 16″
Overall Length 36″ (Buttstock Unfolded and Collapsed)
Weight 8.7 lbs w/out Magazine
Rifling Right Hand, 1:12 inch twist
Stock Color Black
Sights Adjustable with Tritium front post and 2-dot Tritium rear aperture.
Restricted States Sales of this rifle may be restricted in certain states and the District of Columbia. Please check with your local authorities regarding your local firearms laws.
MSRP $2,099.00