SL8 — specifications, caliber, stats, review, photos | WeaponAtlas
SL8 is a semi-automatic civilian rifle chambered in 5.56×45mm NATO, introduced in 1998 and derived from the HK G36. It uses a gas-operated short-stroke piston with a rotating bolt and typically feeds from proprietary 10-round magazines.
| Manufacturer | Heckler & Koch |
|---|---|
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Caliber | 5.56×45mm NATO |
| Weight (unloaded) | 3.900 kg |
| Length | 980 mm |
| Barrel length | 510 mm |
| Magazine capacity | 10 rounds |