FFL Weapons and Equipment 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What assault rifle replaced the FAMAS as the primary service weapon for FFL infantry?
- HK416 F (Correct answer)
- M4 Carbine
- SIG SG 550
- AUG A3
Correct answer: HK416 F
The HK416 F (Heckler & Koch 416 in French military configuration) replaced the FAMAS as the primary assault rifle of the French Foreign Legion.
Question 2: What is the standard sidearm issued to FFL officers and NCOs?
- PAMAS G1 (Beretta 92FS licensed) (Correct answer)
- Glock 17
- SIG Sauer P226
- Desert Eagle
Correct answer: PAMAS G1 (Beretta 92FS licensed)
The PAMAS G1, a licensed French version of the Beretta 92FS, is the standard sidearm issued to FFL officers and senior NCOs.
Question 3: Which light machine gun is used by FFL infantry for section-level fire support?
- FN Minimi (AA-52 previously) (Correct answer)
- M249 SAW
- PKM
- L86 LSW
Correct answer: FN Minimi (AA-52 previously)
The FN Minimi (also known as the MINIMI in French service) provides section-level light machine gun fire support for FFL infantry.
Question 4: What anti-tank missile system is employed by FFL units?
- MILAN and MMP (Missile Moyenne Portée) (Correct answer)
- TOW missile
- Javelin
- RPG-7
Correct answer: MILAN and MMP (Missile Moyenne Portée)
FFL units employ the MILAN anti-tank guided missile and the newer MMP (Medium Range Missile) for anti-armor engagements.
Question 5: What armored vehicle do FFL infantry regiments use for protected mobility?
- VBCI (Véhicule Blindé de Combat d'Infanterie) (Correct answer)
- M113 APC
- Stryker
- Bradley IFV
Correct answer: VBCI (Véhicule Blindé de Combat d'Infanterie)
The VBCI (Infantry Combat Armored Vehicle) is the primary armored fighting vehicle used by FFL mechanized infantry regiments.
Question 6: What sniper rifle is standard issue for FFL designated marksmen?
- PGM HĂ©cate II (12.7mm) and FR-F2 (7.62mm) (Correct answer)
- Barrett M82
- AWM
- M24 SWS
Correct answer: PGM HĂ©cate II (12.7mm) and FR-F2 (7.62mm)
FFL snipers use the FR-F2 for standard precision fire and the PGM HĂ©cate II heavy anti-materiel rifle for long-range engagements.
FFL Weapons and Equipment 1
What assault rifle replaced the FAMAS as the primary service weapon for FFL infantry?