Latvia's Unique Charger-Loading Lee Enfield (CLLE) Cavalry Carbine

Published on February 14, 2025
Duration: 0:56

This video details the Latvian Pattern Charger-Loading Lee Enfield (CLLE) Cavalry Carbine, a unique variant of the British Lee Enfield rifle. It highlights modifications made by Latvia, including the procurement of 21-inch carbine barrels from BSA and the replacement of front sights with Pattern 1914 types. The video also notes that Tikkakoski, a Finnish company, manufactured 2,000 replacement barrels for these carbines in 1937 to re-arsenal worn-out firearms. The presentation demonstrates expert-level knowledge of historical firearms and their specific modifications.

Quick Summary

The Latvian Pattern Charger-Loading Lee Enfield (CLLE) Cavalry Carbine is a unique variant of the British Lee Enfield. Latvia procured these with 21-inch carbine barrels from BSA and later had Tikkakoski, a Finnish company, manufacture 2,000 replacement barrels in 1937 to re-arsenal worn-out firearms.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Latvian CLLE Cavalry Carbine Introduction
  2. 00:13Barrel Length and Origin
  3. 00:30Front Sight Modification
  4. 00:38Replacement Barrels by Tikkakoski
  5. 00:46Re-arsenaling in Latvia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Latvian Pattern Charger-Loading Lee Enfield (CLLE) Cavalry Carbine?

The Latvian CLLE is a modified British Lee Enfield rifle. Originally a full-length rifle, it was provided to Latvia in a carbine form with a shorter 21-inch barrel, specifically adapted for cavalry use.

Who manufactured replacement barrels for the Latvian CLLE carbines?

Approximately 2,000 replacement barrels for the Latvian CLLE carbines were manufactured by Tikkakoski, a Finnish small arms company. These were delivered to Latvia in 1937.

What modifications were made to the Latvian CLLE carbines?

Key modifications include the use of shorter, approximately 21-inch carbine barrels procured via BSA, and the replacement of original front sights with Pattern 1914 front sights.

Why did Latvia modify Lee Enfield rifles into carbines?

Latvia needed carbine-length rifles suitable for cavalry use. They procured these modified versions from BSA, which featured shorter barrels compared to the original full-length British rifles.

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