L85 A2

GPTKB entity

Statements (53)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:weapon
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:L85_A3_Assault_Rifle
gptkb:L85_Assault_Rifle
gptkbp:accessories various optics
gptkbp:activities gas-operated, rotating bolt
gptkbp:adapted_into designed for various conditions
gptkbp:broadcasts gptkb:magazine
gptkbp:caliber 5.56×45mm NATO
gptkbp:championship 1,020 mm
gptkbp:charging_time non-reciprocating
gptkbp:date gptkb:1976
gptkbp:design gptkb:theorem
gptkbp:designed_by gptkb:Royal_Small_Arms_Factory
gptkbp:disbandment_date simple field stripping
gptkbp:features bullpup configuration
gptkbp:feedback mixed reviews
gptkbp:historical_context developed during Cold War.
gptkbp:historical_significance standard issue for British troops
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label L85 A2
gptkbp:is_compatible_with gptkb:theorem
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:British_Armed_Forces
gptkbp:length 785 mm
20,000 rounds
cold hammer forged
quick change
518 mm
940 m/s
gptkbp:lens_type gptkb:battle
gptkbp:maintenance moderate maintenance required
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Heckler_&_Koch
gptkbp:material fixed stock
gptkbp:modifications various upgrades over time
gptkbp:notable_battle gptkb:Gulf_War
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:origin gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkbp:range 300 m
600 m
gptkbp:rate_of_fire 650 rounds/min
gptkbp:recoil semi-automatic, automatic
gptkbp:reliability generally reliable
gptkbp:replaced_by gptkb:L85_A3
gptkbp:safety_features manual safety
gptkbp:sights iron sights
gptkbp:status in service
gptkbp:successor gptkb:L85_A3
gptkbp:track optional
gptkbp:training standard infantry training
gptkbp:trigger_type two-stage
gptkbp:variant gptkb:L86_LSW
gptkbp:weight 3.5 kg
4.1 kg with loaded magazine
gptkbp:year_created gptkb:1985