CETME LC: Last of the Roller-Delayed Carbines

Published on September 18, 2020
Duration: 12:06

The CETME LC (Corto/Short) is a carbine variant of the CETME L, featuring a shortened 12.6-inch barrel and a collapsing metal stock. Internal redesigns were necessary to accommodate the stock, moving the recoil spring forward into the receiver and adding mass to the bolt carrier. Despite these changes, it retains many standard CETME L components for manufacturing efficiency. The LC is only slightly lighter than the standard rifle due to the heavier metal stock.

Quick Summary

The CETME LC (Corto/Short) is a carbine variant of the CETME L, featuring a shortened 12.6-inch barrel and a collapsing metal stock. Internal redesigns moved the recoil spring to the receiver and added mass to the bolt carrier. It uses a closed flash hider to manage muzzle flash and is only slightly lighter than the standard rifle.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to CETME LC
  2. 00:17Barrel Length Comparison
  3. 00:31Internal Redesign for Collapsing Stock
  4. 01:08Bolt and Recoil Spring Mechanics
  5. 03:10Charging Handle Modifications
  6. 03:52Standardized Components
  7. 06:02Handling and Stock Features
  8. 06:46Sights and Muzzle Devices
  9. 08:15Weight and Portability
  10. 09:25MarColMar Builds and Legalities

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main differences between the CETME LC and the standard CETME L?

The CETME LC is a carbine variant with a shorter 12.6-inch barrel and a collapsing metal stock. Internally, its recoil spring is moved to the receiver, and the bolt carrier has added mass at the front to maintain proper function of the roller-delayed blowback system.

Why was the recoil spring moved in the CETME LC?

The recoil spring was moved from the buttstock to the receiver in the CETME LC to accommodate the shorter length required by the collapsing metal stock. This was a significant internal redesign necessary for the carbine variant.

Does the CETME LC weigh less than the standard CETME L?

Surprisingly, the CETME LC is only about 3 ounces lighter than the standard CETME L. The weight saved by the shorter barrel is largely offset by the heavier metal collapsing stock compared to the standard rifle's plastic stock.

What muzzle device does the CETME LC use?

The CETME LC features a closed flash hider. This is used to better manage the increased muzzle flash generated by the shorter 12.6-inch barrel, differing from the standard CETME L's three-prong flash hider.

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