Springfield Armory SAR-4800 Sporter 7.62 NATO Semi-Automatic Rifle – 21" Threaded Barrel, FN FAL Platform
The Springfield Armory SAR-4800 Sporter is a post-1989 import version of the famed FN FAL, built by IMBEL in Brazil for Springfield Armory between 1990 and 1994. Chambered in 7.62×51 NATO, it combines the rugged FAL operating system with a compliant thumb-hole stock and semi-auto-only fire control. Limited production numbers and factory origin make this model attractive to shooters and collectors who want a factory-built FAL that remains true to the original metric pattern.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks. Rifling is intact and well-defined.
Specific Condition Notes: Scratches and blemishes are present on the exterior finish, but the bore remains clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Springfield Armory SAR-4800 Sporter 7.62 NATO rifle
- One 20-round steel metric-pattern detachable box magazine
Built on a forged steel receiver and finished in matte black phosphate, the SAR-4800 preserves the robust construction that made the FAL a benchmark battle rifle. Metric-pattern parts compatibility allows easy sourcing of spares and accessories.
The 21-inch threaded barrel delivers full-length ballistics and is paired with an adjustable gas system, letting shooters fine-tune reliability across ammunition types. A folding, sand-cut charging handle and manual safety selector retain classic FAL ergonomics.
Iron sights include a hooded post up front and a folding aperture rear adjustable for windage and elevation, offering a sight picture familiar to FAL users. The fixed polymer thumb-hole stock and sheet-steel Type C handguard meet import regulations while maintaining a solid, utilitarian feel.
With production limited compared to pre-ban SAR-48 rifles, the SAR-4800 occupies a unique spot in FAL history—combining collectible status with a ready-to-shoot 7.62 NATO platform.