IWI Galil ACE Rifle

Manufacturer: Israel
Category: Small Arms & Infantry Weapons
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Caliber 5.56mm, 7.62mm
Effective Range Medium to Long
Rate of Fire Approx. 650 RPM
Weight Medium to Heavy

Full Specifications

1. General Information

Name	IWI Galil ACE
Weapon Type	Assault Rifle
Manufacturer	Israel Weapon Industries
Country of Origin	Israel
Year Introduced	2014
Designer	IWI Small Arms Team
Service Status	In Service
Users	Israel, Colombia, Vietnam

2. Performance

Muzzle Velocity	715 to 840 m/s
Effective Range	300 to 600 m
Maximum Range	800 m
Rate of Fire	Select fire, ~650 RPM
Accuracy	High
Reliability	High

3. Dimensions

Overall Length	870 mm
Barrel Length	330 to 460 mm
Height	210 mm
Width	65 mm
Weight (Empty)	~3.6 kg
Weight (Loaded)	~4.2 kg

4. Ammunition & Firepower

Caliber	5.56mm, 7.62mm
Cartridge Type	NATO and Soviet
Feed System	30 round magazine
Fire Modes	Semi, full auto
Operating Mechanism	Gas operated

5. Build & Materials

Construction	Steel, Polymer
Durability	High
Ergonomics	Modern

6. Sights & Accessories

Standard Sights	Iron
Optics Compatibility	Picatinny rail
Accessory Mounts	Picatinny
Optional Attachments	Optics, laser, suppressor

7. Variants

Variants

Galil ACE 21, 22, 23

8. Operational History

Combat Proven	Yes
Notable Conflicts	Middle East operations
Military Adoption	Israel, Latin America

9. Additional Notes

Special Features	Reinforced receiver, folding stock
Modern Upgrades	Full length rails, improved controls

10. Disclaimer

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Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

6.8

Reliability 6 / 10
Firepower / Lethality 7 / 10
Accuracy 7 / 10
Versatility / Modernization 7 / 10

PROS

High reliability in harsh environments
Multiple caliber options
Modern rails for optics and accessories
Improved ergonomics over legacy Galil
Combat proven design heritage

CONS

Heavier than many modern AR platforms
Limited full auto adoption outside select users
Higher cost compared to standard AK rifles
Smaller aftermarket than AR family
Weight can impact long patrol missions

IWI Galil ACE Rifle Modern Combat Assault Weapon

The IWI Galil ACE rifle is a modern evolution of the proven Galil family, designed to meet current battlefield demands while keeping the rugged reliability that made the original famous. Built for infantry, special forces, and security units, the Galil ACE blends classic AK based durability with modern ergonomics, rails, and materials. It is widely viewed as a bridge between legacy battle rifles and contemporary modular assault rifles.

Manufacturer

The Galil ACE is produced by Israel Weapon Industries, a state owned Israeli defense manufacturer with decades of experience supplying small arms to military and law enforcement users worldwide. IWI developed the Galil ACE as an upgrade to the original Galil, itself derived from the Finnish Valmet and Soviet AK designs, adapting it for modern optics, accessories, and urban combat environments.

Speed and Range

Depending on caliber, the Galil ACE delivers effective engagement ranges between 300 and 600 meters. Chamberings include 5.56x45mm NATO, 7.62x39mm, and 7.62x51mm NATO, allowing flexibility for different mission profiles. Muzzle velocity varies by variant, averaging around 715 to 840 meters per second. The gas operated system ensures consistent performance in dust, sand, and extreme heat.

Cost and Price

Pricing varies by configuration and market. In the U.S. civilian and law enforcement market, semi automatic versions typically range from 1800 to 2500 USD. Military procurement costs depend on caliber, accessories, and contract volume.

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