FAMAE
Encyclopedia
FAMAE is a Chile
an government-owned weapons producer. Its products are used by the Chilean armed forces
and the police. The company produces among others the FAMAE CT-30
carbine, FAMAE SAF
submachine gun
, FAMAE FD-200
sniper rifle, Cohete Rayo rocket launcher and FAMAE revolver
. It is a public institution dedicated to the manufacture of weapons for the Chilean Army.
As the oldest defense company in Latin America, has established a leadership in the field of infantry weapons and ammunition.
FAMAE in recent decades has experienced sustained growth in different areas, both a military and police. At present, given the operational requirements become more demanding and specialized FAMAE designed and manufactured a wide range of weapon systems for defense. Among its projects are the SIG SG 510-4 rifles, SIG SG 542, sub-machine gun FAMAE SAF, Rocket Ray, among others. Responsible for modifying and maintaining the tanks, aircraft and other military devices that reach the Chilean Army.
This has been achieved with a concentration of engineers and technicians in the areas of arms, ammunition, vehicles, rockets and missiles, technology transfer ventures Joints obtained by acquiring licenses and manufacturing with world renowned companies above products.
FAMAE specializes in research projects and Weapon System Modernization, delivering total solutions to provide families of vehicles and weapons that make up organizational units.
Within the development of defense engineering projects, highlights the SETAC Simulation System "Training System for Tactical Commanders, which consists of a computerized war game double action that is in use in major Latin American armies.
In parallel, FAMA has continued to work on the industrialization of the country through their designs and fabrications.
The company carries out a systematic training programs that seek to optimize their quality standards, as a process of continuous improvement in line with international standards.
Chile
Chile ,officially the Republic of Chile , is a country in South America occupying a long, narrow coastal strip between the Andes mountains to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west. It borders Peru to the north, Bolivia to the northeast, Argentina to the east, and the Drake Passage in the far...
an government-owned weapons producer. Its products are used by the Chilean armed forces
Military of Chile
Chile's armed forces are subject to civilian control exercised by the president through the Minister of Defense. Military service of 12 to 24 months is mandatory for all male citizens upon turning 18. This conscription service can be postponed for educational or religious reasons...
and the police. The company produces among others the FAMAE CT-30
FAMAE CT-30
The CT-30 is a carbine of Chilean origin manufactured by FAMAE. The weapon is based on the SIG-540 platform and is chambered in the .30 Carbine round. The CT-30 is also manufactured in Brazil by Taurus....
carbine, FAMAE SAF
FAMAE SAF
The FAMAE SAF is a submachine gun produced since 1993 by FAMAE , the Chilean government small arms factory...
submachine gun
Submachine gun
A submachine gun is an automatic carbine, designed to fire pistol cartridges. It combines the automatic fire of a machine gun with the cartridge of a pistol. The submachine gun was invented during World War I , but the apex of its use was during World War II when millions of the weapon type were...
, FAMAE FD-200
FAMAE FD-200
The FAMAE FD-200 is a semi automatic designated marksman rifle of Chilean origin and is chambered in the 7.62x51mm NATO round.It saw a very limited production run in the early 2000s, and was based upon their license-made SIG SG 540 assault rifle action and frame, although all mechanics were...
sniper rifle, Cohete Rayo rocket launcher and FAMAE revolver
FAMAE revolver
The FAMAE FT-2000 is a double-action, solid frame revolver produced in Chile. A slightly smaller variant is produced in .32 Long Colt.-External links:* *...
. It is a public institution dedicated to the manufacture of weapons for the Chilean Army.
History
Since 1811, FAMAE has contributed to industrial development in Chile, characterized by the guarantee of their products.As the oldest defense company in Latin America, has established a leadership in the field of infantry weapons and ammunition.
FAMAE in recent decades has experienced sustained growth in different areas, both a military and police. At present, given the operational requirements become more demanding and specialized FAMAE designed and manufactured a wide range of weapon systems for defense. Among its projects are the SIG SG 510-4 rifles, SIG SG 542, sub-machine gun FAMAE SAF, Rocket Ray, among others. Responsible for modifying and maintaining the tanks, aircraft and other military devices that reach the Chilean Army.
This has been achieved with a concentration of engineers and technicians in the areas of arms, ammunition, vehicles, rockets and missiles, technology transfer ventures Joints obtained by acquiring licenses and manufacturing with world renowned companies above products.
FAMAE specializes in research projects and Weapon System Modernization, delivering total solutions to provide families of vehicles and weapons that make up organizational units.
Projects FAMAE
- Projects to supply weapons for tanks and armored units.
- Draft carts and arms supplies for Mechanized Infantry battalions.
- Projects for modernization of shells Light Artillery units.
- Projects provision of integration and modernization of weapons systems, tanks, weaponry and auxiliary trolleys larger units that make up the infantry, armor, artillery and engineering.
- Draft draft and supplies supplies
Within the development of defense engineering projects, highlights the SETAC Simulation System "Training System for Tactical Commanders, which consists of a computerized war game double action that is in use in major Latin American armies.
In parallel, FAMA has continued to work on the industrialization of the country through their designs and fabrications.
The company carries out a systematic training programs that seek to optimize their quality standards, as a process of continuous improvement in line with international standards.