FAMAE


FAMAE is a Chilean state-owned firearms manufacturer. Its products are used by the Chilean armed forces and the Carabineros police force. The company produces among others the FAMAE CT-30 carbine, FAMAE SAF submachine gun, FAMAE FD-200 sniper rifle, Rayo rocket launcher and FAMAE revolver.

History

FAMAE traces it roots to October 8, 1811 when Francisco Ramon Vicuña was mandated to commission an arms factory.
Among its projects are the SIG SG 510-4 rifle, SIG SG 542 rifle, FAMAE SAF submachine gun, Rayo MLRS, among others. Responsible for modifying and maintaining the tanks, aircraft and other military devices that reach the Chilean Army.
FAMAE specializes in research projects and Weapon System Modernization.

FAMAE projects

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.