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
AKM/AK-47 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 style top rail
Picatinny style 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
Model Number ACE-GAR1639
Caliber 7.62x39mm
Action Semi-auto
Operating System Closed rotating bolt, Long stroke gas piston
Magazine Type MAGPUL MOE AK/AKM PMAG
Magazine Capacity 30 Round
Barrel Material Chrome lined, Cold hammer forged, CrMoV
Barrel Length 16″
Overall Length 34.5″ (Buttstock Unfolded and Collapsed)
Weight 7.5 lbs w/out Magazine
Rifling 1:9.45 inch twist, Right hand
Sights Adjustable with Tritium front post and 2-dot Tritium rear aperture.