selectivefire
Selective fire refers to a capability in certain firearms that allows the shooter to choose between different firing modes—typically single-shot (semi-automatic), burst, or fully automatic—using a selector lever or switch. The term originated in the mid‑20th century as firearms technology advanced, enabling modern infantry weapons to provide greater flexibility on the battlefield.
The select‑fire mechanism is usually integrated into the trigger group. In a single‑shot mode, one shot is
Selective‑fire weapons are prevalent among infantry rifles, such as the U.S. M16 series, German G36, and Russian
Military doctrine often restricts the use of fully automatic fire to specific weapons and contexts to manage
The design of selective‑fire mechanisms varies, with complex internal linkages for reliable mode switching and fire