SNT Motiv STC16

Modular Assault Rifle

South Korea | 2024

"The STC16 5.56mm assault rifle is currently in development under the SNT Motiv brand label of South Korea."

Authored By: Staff Writer | Last Edited: 09/12/2022 | Content ©www.MilitaryFactory.com | The following text is exclusive to this site; No A.I. was used in the generation of this content.

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With an eye towards more domestic design, development, and manufacturing of various small arms types, the nation of South Korea quietly modernizes its warfighter under the shadow of threat from the North. Under development is the STC16, a 5.56mm chambered assault rifle solution designed around the rigors and requirements of the modern battlefield, showcasing expected modularity for a gun of this form-and-function.

By and large, the rifle is consistent with AR-15-style assault weapons seen across the Western world.

The STC16 is chambered for the ubiquitous 5.56x45mm NATO standard intermediate rifle cartridge intended for short-to-medium-ranged engagements. Overall weight is 3.0 kilograms and overall length reaches 900mm. Internally, the rifle fires from the proven short-stroke gas-operated piston. Controls are ambidextrous to satisfy both right- and left-handled shooters and this includes the fire selector, magazine catch, and the charging handle. The fire selector switch is within easy reach of the primary hand's thumb. Modularity is offered by way of Picatinny rail sections over the receiver and forend and around the forend at the 3, 9, and 6 o-clock positions. The sections support the mounting of various optics and tactical accessories while optional back-up iron sights are also provided.

The general design of the rifle is conventional: the shoulder / buttstock is skeletal and adjustable. The pistol grip is ergonomically-angled to the rear and the trigger loop is oversized for a gloved hand. The magazine well sits ahead of the trigger ring with the ejection port set over the magazine insertion point. The barrel extends from the forward face of the receiver and is capped by a slotted muzzle brake.

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Physical
The physical qualities of the SNT Motiv STC16. Information presented is strictly for general reference and should not be misconstrued as useful for hardware restoration or operation.

900 mm
35.43 in
O/A Length

6.61 lb
3.00 kg
Weight

Gas-Operated, Short-Stroke Piston.
Action

5.56x45mm NATO
Caliber(s)

30-round detachable box magazine.
Feed

Over-Receiver Optics; Optional Iron Front and Rear.
Sights

Variants
Notable series variants as part of the SNT Motiv STC16 Modular Assault Rifle family line.

STC16 - Base Series Designation.

Operators
Global customers who have evaluated and/or operated the SNT Motiv STC16. Nations are displayed by flag, each linked to their respective national small arms listing.

Contractor(s): SNT Motiv - South Korea

[ South Korea (probable) ]

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Design Qualities
Some designs are single-minded in their approach while others offer a more versatile solution to requirements.

AUTOMATIC FUNCTION

ASSAULT RIFLE

Recognition
Some designs stand the test of time while others are doomed to never advance beyond the drawing board; let history be their judge.

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Going Further...
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