Assault Rifle - 5.56x45mm NATO - Italy - 650 RPM - Beretta's second attempt in the 5.56x45mm market.  Based on the mildly successful AR70 rifle, the AR70/90 incorporates improvements based on field experience with the Italian Special Forces and military forces of Jordan and Malaysia.  The major improvements include a strengthened receiver and the addition of carrying handle. ©D.E. Watters 