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DRC adopts Israeli-made assault rifles for Special Forces

The decision to adopt the MZ-4P also comes at a time when the security situation in eastern DRC has continued to deteriorate

Kazim Abdul by Kazim Abdul
September 15, 2023
in Small Arms & Light Weapons
Reading Time: 3 mins read
DRC Special forces and Republican Guards during a public parade.

DRC Special forces and Republican Guards during a public parade.

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The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has adopted the large-scale use of Israeli-made 5.56 x 45mm EMTAN MZ-4P assault rifles for use by its special forces. This was displayed in a recent public parade carried out by the military and security forces in the capital Kinshasa.

The MZ-4P is a piston-operated assault rifle that is compatible with NATO ammunition and all other variations of 5.56 x 45mm ammunition and magazines. It is available in two barrel lengths: 11.5 inches and 14.5 inches. Both lengths feature upper and lower case aluminum 7075 T6 material and an advanced piston operation system that delivers a consistent rate of fire while eliminating gas exiting at the rear of the rifle, even when using a suppressor. The rifle is also easy to disassemble and clean by any soldier on the combat field.

The adoption of the MZ-4P by the DRC’s special forces is a significant development, as it demonstrates the country’s commitment to modernizing its military and equipping its special forces with the best possible weapons. The MZ-4P is a highly regarded assault rifle that is used by special forces units around the world, and its adoption by the DRC is likely to give the country’s special forces a significant advantage in combat.

The decision to adopt the MZ-4P also comes at a time when the security situation in eastern DRC has continued to deteriorate. The region has been plagued by violence for many years, and the recent resurgence of the M23 rebel group has only made the situation worse. The adoption of the MZ-4P by the DRC’s special forces is likely to help the country better counter the threat posed by the M23 and other rebel groups.

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In addition to the MZ-4P, the DRC’s special forces also displayed Russian-made 7.62 x 39mm AK-103 assault rifles, modified AKMs, and 7.62 x 54mm PKM light machine guns during the recent parade. The AK-103 is a modernized version of the AK-47, and it is one of the most popular assault rifles in the world. The PKM is a light machine gun that is also very popular around the world. The use of these weapons by the DRC’s special forces demonstrates that the country is serious about modernizing its military and equipping its special forces with the best possible weapons.

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DRC Modernizes Armed Forces with New Equipment

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has been modernizing its armed forces in recent years, acquiring new military equipment from a variety of sources. This includes drones like the Chinese-made Rainbow CH-4, aircraft like the South African-made Paramount Mwari, Russian-helicopters, and armored vehicles like the Emirati-made Calidius MCAV-20.

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The Rainbow CH-4 is a medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that can be used for a variety of missions, including surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike. The Paramount Mwari is a light attack aircraft that is well-suited for operating in the challenging conditions of the DRC. The Calidius MCAV-20 is a mine-resistant, ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicle that can provide protection for troops from land mines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs).

The DRC’s acquisition of this new equipment is likely to have a major impact on the security situation in the country. The Rainbow CH-4 will give the DRC the ability to better monitor its borders and track the movements of rebel groups. The Paramount Mwari will provide the DRC with a new air strike capability, which will help the country to counter attacks from rebel groups and other adversaries. The Calidius MCAV-20 will help to protect DRC troops from land mines and IEDs, which are a major threat in the country.

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