The FNC (Fabrique Nationale Carabine) is a Belgian 5.56×45mm NATO assault rifle, developed in 1976 by FN Herstal. It is derived from the unsuccessful FN CAL. The weapon's recognizable features are its two-piece stamped metal receiver, a side-folded stock a straight, tubular reciprocating charging handle, and a front tubular handguard that does not cover the entire heat shield. This tag is also applicable to its foreign-produced variants, such as the Indonesian Pindad SS1 and Swedish Ak 5.