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Small Arms & Support Weapons

A member of A Company, 3 Para watches over the Company base in Sangin

Whether they arrive by armoured vehicle or boat, British soldiers are trained to operate anywhere in the world and are supported by an armoury of powerful and versatile weaponry, from grenades to heavy machine guns - tools for the soldier's task of taking and holding ground.

An armoury of powerful and versatile weaponry, from grenades to heavy machine guns - tools for the soldier's task of taking and holding ground.

  • Small Arms

    The SA80 A2 Individual Weapon and L115A1 Long Range Rifle are two of the best weapons of their type in the world.

  • Support Weapons

    The British Army has an armoury of powerful and versatile support weaponry, from grenades to heavy machine guns - tools for the soldier's task of taking and holding ground.

  • Anti Armour