In service

C7A2 Rifle

Type 5.56 mm service rifle

Element Canadian Army

Origin Colt Canada

Service / delivery milestone 1980s (A2: 2000s)

Quantity Standard issue

On this itemThe standard Canadian service rifle, made in Kitchener.

Source checked 2026-09-15: Primary source. Role and listed Army reference checked. Introduction year, origin and any approximate inventory still need separate confirmation; this is not a readiness report.

Key specifications

5.56×45 mm NATO
C79A2 Elcan optic

Who works with it

Combat Engineer Non-commissioned Infanteer Non-commissioned Infantry Officer Officer Weapons Technician Non-commissioned

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