The Australian Defence Force's EF88 Austeyr rifle improves combat capability due to its superior accuracy and lethality, improved ergonomics, balance and increased mounting options for ancillary devices. The EF88 began entering service in mid-2016 and is replacing the F88 Austeyr.
The EF88 rifle can be quickly reconfigured to meet specific mission roles by utilising weapon ancillary attachments which include:
- enhanced day sights
- image intensifiers
- thermal imaging sights
- forward grips (basic and with bipod)
- weapon stabilisers
- visual illumination devices
- one o'clock offset rails
- laser-aiming illumination
- ranging devices.
Specifications
| Function | Assault rifle |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Thales Australia |
| Modes | Single shot or semi-automatic |
| Feed | 30-round box magazine |
| Ammunition | 5.56mm x 45mm NATO rounds |
| Caliber | 5.56mm |
Function
Small arms