Beretta NARP First Shots | Italy's Next Generation Assault Rifle

Published on April 8, 2026
Duration: 11:30

The Beretta NARP (New Assault Rifle Platform) is a piston-driven rifle designed for professional users, emphasizing reliability, ergonomics, and signature reduction. It features ambidextrous controls, a double-stage adjustable gas valve for suppressor use, and is available in calibers like 5.56x45mm NATO and 6.5 Grendel, with plans for expansion. The rifle's design incorporates lessons learned from battlefield experience, aiming for excellent controllability and user adaptability.

Quick Summary

The Beretta NARP (New Assault Rifle Platform) is a piston-driven rifle designed for professional users, emphasizing reliability, ergonomics, and signature reduction. It features ambidextrous controls, a double-stage adjustable gas valve for suppressor use, and is available in calibers like 5.56x45mm NATO and 6.5 Grendel, with plans for expansion.

Chapters

  1. 00:12First Look at the NARP
  2. 00:23Shooting the NARP with Suppressor Off
  3. 00:42NARP Balance and Controls
  4. 01:10Recoil Impulse and Ejection Pattern
  5. 01:51Controllability of 5.56 NARP
  6. 02:23Trigger Feel and Reset
  7. 02:47NARP vs. ARX 160 Comparison
  8. 02:566.5 Grendel NARP Configuration
  9. 03:24Soft Shooting Experience
  10. 03:30Gas Back and Charging Handle
  11. 03:55Amazed by the Feel
  12. 04:13Experience with 6.5 Grendel
  13. 04:49Forgiving 6.5 Grendel Rifle
  14. 05:04Welcome to Classic Firearms at Beretta
  15. 05:15Introducing the New NARP
  16. 05:30NARP Acronym and Pillars
  17. 06:01Piston Driven System
  18. 06:17Shaping and Handguard Design
  19. 06:40Suppressor Ready and Gas System
  20. 06:46Double Stage Valve Explained
  21. 07:04Available Calibers: 5.56 and 6.5 Grendel
  22. 07:11Future Caliber Expansion
  23. 07:2411.5-inch Barrel Configuration
  24. 07:37Grouping at 600 Yards
  25. 07:46Operating and Gas System
  26. 07:54Ambidextrous Controls
  27. 08:03Ergonomics Pillar
  28. 08:10Lessons Learned Battlefield
  29. 08:22Charging Handle and Stock
  30. 08:27Folding Stock Feature
  31. 08:33Integrated QD Points
  32. 08:40Balance with Suppressor
  33. 08:59IR Capabilities and Coatings
  34. 09:19Signature Reduction Pillar
  35. 09:27Surface Treatment for Heat and Flash
  36. 09:41Rigidity and Handguard
  37. 09:51Quick Change Barrel
  38. 09:55User Ease and Field Stripping
  39. 10:00Logistics Sustainability
  40. 10:05Professional Consumer Focus
  41. 10:18Different Configurations and Calibers
  42. 10:22.300 Blackout Short Barrel
  43. 10:261:5 Twist 7.5-inch Barrel
  44. 10:30Fully Configurable for Mission
  45. 10:38Removable Parts for Customization
  46. 10:51Operator Design and Controls
  47. 11:10Fun at Beretta Italy
  48. 11:13Future of Beretta Firearms
  49. 11:25Coverage from Beretta

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Beretta NARP?

The Beretta NARP, or New Assault Rifle Platform, is a modern, piston-driven rifle developed for professional military and law enforcement users. It emphasizes reliability, advanced ergonomics, and signature reduction, and is designed to be highly adaptable to various mission requirements.

What are the key features of the Beretta NARP?

Key features include a piston-driven operating system, a double-stage adjustable gas valve for suppressor use, ambidextrous controls, integrated QD points, and a focus on signature reduction through special coatings. It also boasts a robust and well-balanced design with a rigid handguard.

What calibers is the Beretta NARP available in?

The Beretta NARP is currently available in 5.56x45mm NATO and 6.5 Grendel. Beretta plans to expand the NARP family to include other calibers such as .300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm, depending on market demand.

How does the Beretta NARP handle recoil?

The NARP is praised for its excellent controllability and soft recoil impulse, even without a suppressor. Its piston-driven system and thoughtful design contribute to a manageable shooting experience, making it one of the most controllable 5.56 firearms some users have tested.

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