CZ BREN 2 Rifle

Reading Time: 3 minutes Role: Standard and modular infantry riflesPrimary User: Bangladesh ArmyManufacturer: Česká Zbrojovka (CZ) – Licensed production at Bangladesh Ordnance Factories (BOF)Operational Status: Active deployment and induction Overview The CZ BREN 2 family represents a significant step forward in modernising the Bangladesh Army’s infantry small arms capabilities. Designed and manufactured by Česká Zbrojovka (CZ) and now produced under licence by Bangladesh Ordnance Factories (BOF), the rifles combine reliability, modularity, and ergonomic efficiency, while supporting local manufacturing and long-term operational sustainability. The adoption of this platform is part of a wider programme to phase out older, legacy systems such as the BD-08, which were based on the Type 81 design, and replace them with versatile, mission-adaptable rifles suitable for a broad spectrum of operational requirements. The CZ BREN 2 series is fundamentally modular, allowing rapid adaptation to different combat roles and environmental conditions. The rifle family includes the CZ