FAMAS G1: Simplified for Export
This video explores the FAMAS G1, a simplified export variant of the French FAMAS F1 assault rifle. Developed by GIAT to reduce costs and appeal to international markets, the G1 omitted features like bipod legs, grenade launching attachments, night sights, and the burst fire mechanism, offering them as optional add-ons. Despite a significant price reduction, the G1 failed to secure export sales, partly due to FN's competing and more profitable rifle offerings. However, some G1 features, such as the whole-hand trigger guard, were integrated into the later G2 model adopted by the French Navy. The video acknowledges the IRCGN for granting filming access.














