Bangladesh Army Adopts Czech CZ BREN 2 Rifle: A Leap in Small Arms Modernisation

Reading Time: 3 minutes The Bangladesh Army is set to take a significant leap in modernising its infantry capabilities with the CZ BREN 2, widely regarded as one of the most advanced service rifles currently available. This development places Bangladesh alongside a select group of international armies that have recognised the performance, reliability, and modularity of Czech-made firearms. It is more than a procurement decision, it is a strategic step that will reshape Bangladesh’s approach to small arms and defence manufacturing. Procurement and Technology Transfer: Building Self-Reliance Bangladesh has committed to an initial procurement of a large tranche of CZ BREN 2 rifles to equip frontline infantry units. What sets this programme apart is the accompanying technology transfer agreement with the Bangladesh Ordnance Factories (BOF) in Gazipur. Under this arrangement, BOF will undertake local serial production, enabling Bangladesh to maintain a sustainable supply of these modern rifles while cultivating domestic