Vektor CR-21

It was designed by Denel Land Systems as a possible replacement for the South African National Defence Force's Vektor R4,[1] though Denel Land Systems has since shifted focus to offering an upgraded R4 rifle to the SANDF instead.

However, this makes the CR-21 only capable of being fired from the right hand as the ejection port is located on the back right side of the rifle.

[1] Internally, the CR-21 uses a slightly modified version of the Kalashnikov action found in the R4 assault rifle, which is known for its reliability and relatively low weight.

Both of these result in the rifle having a low loaded weight, of 3.72 kg (8.2 lbs).

The CR-21 comes standard with a 1× magnification optical sight with an illuminated reticle that does not require batteries.