(VCD-15 – Photo courtesy of Verney-Carron)

In a historic move backed by a $37 million military assistance package from France, Verney-Carron, a renowned French hunting rifle and shotgun manufacturer, is set to produce thousands of combat rifles for Ukraine’s frontline forces. The deal includes the delivery of 10,000 VCD-15 5.56mm assault rifles, 2,000 VCD-10 7.62mm sniper rifles, and 400 LP40 grenade launchers. This government-to-government initiative aims to bolster Ukraine’s military capabilities, providing them with French-made weaponry, including a copy of the AR-15 semi-automatic rifle and an AR-10 sniper rifle system. Verney-Carron, with a rich history dating back to 1820, is known for its high-quality firearms, primarily catering to the French civilian market.

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