TFB look at the FN ARKA

Back in June FN launched their new ARKA platform, their next generation replacement for the SCAR.Earlier this week, at the UK’s DVD 2026 defense expo at Millbrook, TFB got a chance to take a closer look at FN’s new ARKA.Combining the operating system of the battle-tested SCAR and the ergonomics of the AR-platfom, the ARKA is FN’s next generation 5.56x45mm service rifle.It combines the short-stroke piston operating system and the bolt design of the SCAR with ergonomic and engineering improvements driven by customer feedback and requests.