C.G. Haenel
C.G. Haenel GmbH
Suhl, Germany
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Founded in 1840, C.G. Haenel is a defense prime contractor based in Suhl, Germany working in weapons.
C.G. Haenel GmbH is a firearms manufacturer based in Suhl, Germany, part of the Merkel group. The company produces rifles for hunting, sport shooting and government authorities. Its defence-related offering includes the MK556 assault rifle, developed to military requirements, RS8/RS9 sniper systems designed for police and military use, and the CR semi-automatic rifle series used by police and authorities. Its long-range precision systems (HLR, LR/ONE) and the JAEGER hunting bolt-action rifles complete the range. Haenel operates a repair service through authorised gunsmiths and a service centre with Frankonia in Rottendorf. The company describes itself as a development specialist for firearms and is general importer for B&T suppressors and accessories.
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MK556
Assault rifle
Full-automatic 5.56x45 NATO assault rifle developed to military requirements, with indirect gas operation and adjustable gas tap for suppressor use.
RS8 / RS9
Sniper rifle system
Sniper rifle system developed for police and military use.
CR223 / CR300 / CR6,5 / CR308
Semi-automatic rifle
Semi-automatic rifle series used by police and authorities, also sold for sporting use.
HLR308 / HLR6,5 / HLR338
Long-range precision rifle system
Modular precision rifle system for long-range shooting in Basic and Pro variants, marketed for sport and authorities.
