FdI Mle 1916

Service History

 * Developed pre-grand campaigns as Navy rifle to preclude dependence on foreign firearms.
 * Introduced 1916 as standard service rifle replacing bolt action FdI Mle 1910 in army service and FdM Mle 1900 in navy service.
 * 1916 variant uses Tiperyn .264 Wexford. 5 round magazine capacity.
 * 1920 variant select fire and top lead stripper clips. 10 round magazine capacity.
 * 1925 variant uses new 6.5x54mm universal round, phasing out Wexford round. New sights, detachable 10-round box magazine. Will also accept lmg 20 round magazines.
 * 1938 will introduce paratrooper rifle with mas-36cr style folding stock.

Past Operators

 * Chezzetcook - Main user