Galil ACE
- Category
- Assault Rifle
- Barrel
- 335 mm
- Weight, empty
- 3.45 kg
- Introduced
- 2008
About
What it is, and why it matters
The Galil ACE is a select-fire assault rifle chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, produced by Israel Weapon Industries since 2008. This Israeli-manufactured firearm reflects the engineering traditions and quality standards of its country of origin, designed to meet the demands of both civilian and professional users in a competitive global marketplace. Featuring a 30-round magazine capacity, this assault rifle offers generous firepower for duty use and home defense. The 13.2-inch barrel maximizes accuracy potential and ballistic performance, making this an excellent choice for target shooting, competition, or field use. At 3450g (121.7 oz), this is a substantial firearm whose weight contributes to reduced felt recoil and enhanced stability during precision shooting. The steel frame provides a solid, premium feel with the durability to withstand decades of regular use and thousands of rounds. This firearm represents its manufacturer's commitment to delivering a well-engineered, reliable product that serves the needs of discerning shooters seeking quality, accuracy, and dependable performance from a proven platform.
The Galil ACE retains the legendarily reliable AK-derived operating system of its predecessor while being almost entirely redesigned for modern warfare. Colombia was the launch customer, choosing it to replace their aging original Galil rifles and establishing licensed production through Indumil.
Specifications listed are for the ACE-N 22 (5.56x45mm, 335mm barrel) as the representative standard model. The ACE 32 (7.62x39mm, 409mm barrel) weighs 3.5 kg and the ACE 52 (7.62x51mm) weighs 3.8 kg. Civilian semi-auto versions are marketed in the United States by IWI US. The Galil ACE Gen II introduced improvements including a revised handguard and enhanced rail systems.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Israel Weapon Industries
- Category
- Assault Rifle
- Country
- Israel
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 2008
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 335 mm
- Overall length
- 847 mm
- Weight, empty
- 3.45 kg
- Weight, loaded
- 3.87 kg
ActionHow it cycles, what trips it, and what feeds it.
- Action
- Gas operated long stroke
- Firing mechanism
- Hammer fired
- Trigger
- Single stage
- Capacity
- 30
- Magazine
- Detachable box
MaterialsEach swatch is the material itself, not a colour chosen to stand for it.
- Frame
- Steel
- Barrel
- Steel
- Stock
- Polymer
- Finish
- Matte black
BallisticsFrom the service cartridge, not a handload.
- Muzzle velocity
- 762 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 1730 J
- Effective range
- 500 m
- Maximum range
- 800 m
- Rate of fire
- 700 rpm
Trajectory
What the round does downrange
Solved from the muzzle figures and the bullet. The dashed rule is the effective range on the record, and the crosses are the steps the solver returned.
Features
What it has
What the record lists as fitted, drawn from the catalogue.
Chrome lined barrel
Chrome lined chamber
Cold hammer forged barrel
Rotating bolt
Select fire
Picatinny rail top
Picatinny rail sides
Picatinny rail bottom
Adjustable stock
Folding stock
Tritium sights
Ambidextrous controls
Suppressor compatible
Grenade launcher compatible
Standing
How it compares
Each figure against the firearms of the same type and cartridge that record it, or of the same type where that cartridge has too few. Positions are read to the nearest tenth.
| Measurement | This firearm | Median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty weightAmong 158 5.56x45mm NATO assault rifles | 3.45 kg | 3.60 kg | Lighter than about 60% |
| Overall lengthAmong 156 5.56x45mm NATO assault rifles | 847 mm | 920 mm | Shorter than about 70% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 157 5.56x45mm NATO assault rifles | 335 mm | 449 mm | Shorter than about 90% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 158 5.56x45mm NATO assault rifles | 30 | 30 | Near the median |
Answers
Questions about the Galil ACE
How much does the Galil ACE weigh?
The Galil ACE weighs 3.45 kg (7.61 lb) empty and 3.87 kg (8.53 lb) loaded.
What caliber is the Galil ACE?
The Galil ACE is chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, 7.62x39mm, and 7.62x51mm NATO.
How many rounds does the Galil ACE hold?
The Galil ACE holds 30 rounds, fed from a detachable box magazine.
How long is the Galil ACE?
The Galil ACE is 847 mm (33.3 in) long overall, with a 335 mm (13.2 in) barrel.
Who makes the Galil ACE?
The Galil ACE is made by Israel Weapon Industries (Israel).
When was the Galil ACE introduced?
The Galil ACE was introduced in 2008.
How does the Galil ACE operate?
The Galil ACE uses a gas operated long stroke action, and its firing mechanism is hammer fired.
Compatibility
Which parts fit this firearm
Studio
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Provenance
What the record holds
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In service
- Colombian Armed Forces
- 2007
- Chilean Armed Forces
- Chile
- Vietnamese People's Army
- Vietnam
- Peruvian Armed Forces
- Peru
- Ukrainian Armed Forces
- Ukraine
- Indian Armed Forces
- India
- Philippine National Police
- 2018
- Guatemalan National Police
- Guatemala
Provenance
Confidence in this record
78%
Stockists
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API
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