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The Heckler & Koch G36 was designed in the early 1990s as a modern, lightweight replacement for the heavy G3 battle rifle, and it entered service with the Bundeswehr in 1997. Chambered in 5.56×45mm NATO and built with modern polymers, the G36 brought reduced weight, excellent ergonomics, and a built-in optical sight to frontline soldiers. Its 30-round box magazine (and optional 100-round drum) plus reliable gas-operated action made it a versatile choice for both infantry and close-quarters roles. The G36’s clean lines and modular variants helped it become a popular export for military and police units across Europe and beyond. Trying the G36 at our Budapest shooting range gives you a taste of modern military hardware — a high-tech, cinematic shooting experience and a standout daytime activity in Budapest for visitors hunting unforgettable things to do in Budapest. If you want a rifle that feels like a piece of modern engineering and performs like a sports car on the range, the G36 is a must-try. Seen in movies: – Modern European action films and tactical thrillers that favour contemporary service rifles – Police dramas and special-ops sequences with up-to-date small arms – High-tech espionage and military cinema Featured in games: – Call of Duty series – Battlefield series – Tom Clancy titles (e.g., Rainbow Six, Splinter Cell feelalikes) – ARMA and other realistic military simulators Used by militaries & forces: – German Bundeswehr – Selected Spanish and other European military and police units – Various international special forces and law-enforcement teams Fun Fact: The G36 looks more futuristic than most rifles because its carrying handle hides an integrated optical sight — to non-shooters it often reads like “a rifle wearing goggles,” which makes it feel instantly cinematic and very familiar to gamers and film fans.