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MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD

Under the visionary directives and wise governance of the


Former President of the United Arab Emirates, H.H. Sheikh
Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the UAE has built a formidable
reputation for outstanding progress and leadership in every
venture it undertakes.
At Caracal, we are strongly committed to innovation through advanced design
concepts and high precision manufacturing. Caracal develops superior products
specifically designed to incorporate sophisticated technological features, utilising
the highest quality materials and processes, as well as sourcing and selecting
best of class suppliers. In order to deliver products of the highest quality, precision
measurement devices and assembly tools are used in every stage of the production
process, providing the assurance of minimised defects and minimal human error.

Additionally, several new patents registered to and developed by Caracal demonstrate


the company’s clear commitment to bringing significant benefits to the international
user community. Caracal products will continue to be fully supported as they serve
the basis of the future small arms industry and defence technology.
THE COMPANY Caracal was conceived from a ‘Small Arms Project’ - a bold initiative The individuals at Caracal comprise a dedicated team who are committed to THE TEAM
excellence and innovation in all that they do. Driven by a strong pioneering vision to deliver
founded in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) in late 2002. unique and technologically advanced new products and services of the highest quality,
Driven by strong beliefs in its concepts and benefits, the ‘Caracal Caracal’s objective is to establish a globally recognised high precision industry within the
Project’ was developed and led by a team of experts working in UAE, whilst simultaneously acting as a role model for other emerging regional industries.
conjunction with the UAE Armed Forces.
DESIGN TEAM LEADER
Following extensive research, the development of the Caracal pistol series and accessories
was completed. Subsequently, the pistol has successfully passed comprehensive All Caracal pistols and accessory products were designed and developed by the Caracal
independent testing by WTD91 (Meppen, Germany) and was certified in May 2006. Research & Development team, lead by Mr. Wilhelm Bubits. Mr. Bubits is recognised as
a successful European handgun designer with extensive creativity and experience, and
By the end of 2006, Caracal International LLC was incorporated and registered as a unparalleled understanding in the field of pistol technology. To date, more than 10 individual
company in Abu Dhabi. With that, the foundation of a highly advanced pistol manufacturing patents have been registered internationally, asserting Caracal’s intellectual property rights
industry was established for the first time in the GCC. Caracal was officially launched in in bringing breakthrough concepts and solutions to the small arms industry and defence
February 2007 at the prestigious IDEX 2007 in Abu Dhabi. technology.

Caracal’s production capabilities include:


- Machining
- Surface treatment
- Quality control
- Assembly line

Willhelm Bubits
Caracal’s design rationale was to create a technologically advanced, market leading pistol,
that is also economical and user friendly. The aim was to substantially improve on existing
DESIGN RATIONALE
designs and technologies to create a safer, more accurate and versatile, combat effective
pistol series, that offered a multitude of operational advantages to the purchaser and
end user alike.

The Caracal team seized the opportunity to design the ultimate pistol and laid the
appropriate platform in place. As a result, Caracal has created quality manufacturing
systems that incorporate the extensive use of measurement devices, ensuring that all
pistol parts are continuously checked at every stage throughout production. In addition,
automated assembly machines and tools are utilised to reduce the margin of human error
and offer the assurance of best quality.

THE ULTIMATE PISTOL


TECHNICAL Technical description Caracal F Caracal C
SPECIFICATION CHART Slide length 178mm 167mm CARACAL F CARACAL C
The Caracal series of advanced pistols Barrel length 104mm 90mm
starts with an all-new Semi-Automatic 9 Height 135mm 122mm
x 19mm pistol. Initially, the Caracal series
enters the market offering pistols of two Width 28mm
different sizes; the Caracal full size (F)
and Caracal compact size (C). Weight 750g 700g
Both models are available in several Caliber 9 x 19 / 9 x 21 / 357 / 40
other popular calibres to meet all
user requirements. Magazine capacity 18 / 18 / 16 / 16 15 / 15 / 13 / 13
Grip frame Synthetic
Trigger system Short Double Action
Trigger weight (constant) ~ 2.2kg
Trigger travel (constant) ~ 8mm
Safety devices: Trigger, drop & firing pin 3
Cocking indicator 1
Magazine catch Ambidextrous

ESTABLISHING THE FIRST GLOBALLY RECOGNISED


HIGH PRECISION INDUSTRY IN THE GCC
CARACAL WILL EDUCATE & PROMOTE THE
SAFE, SECURE & POSITIVE USE OF WEAPONRY
UNIQUE PRODUCT
FEATURES
TECHNOLOGICAL SUPERIORITY

Caracal’s innovative magazine design significantly allows 18 rounds Caracal’s unique unit construction system benefits from a A lowered slide profile holds the pistol barrel closer to the True ambidextrous magazine catch works across
capacity in a standard size magazine, allowing maximum firepower. reduced number of just 28 parts and components. pointing hand. recoil forces.

- Advantageous in combat situations - Interchangeable parts and components - Reduced kick-up force - Effectively prevents unintentional magazine release
- More rounds than in any other standard size magazine - Eliminates the need for hand crafting and fitting during production - Reduced parallax line up effect - Simple two part construction
- No magazine extension required for 18 rounds - Facilitates automated assembly
- Reduces manufacturing cost
QUALITY & INNOVATION UNIQUE PRODUCT
FEATURES

Torsion-less, precision-milled trigger bar Simple take-down lever allows smoother, As the Caracal pistol is hammerless, its Caracal’s advanced ergonomic grip design Maximum longest slide guide rails offers Plasox Plasma Oxidisation proprietary
facilitates consistent, direct and smooth trigger uncomplicated disassembly. cocking status is distinguished by an extension ensures a firm grip and snug fit for different highest stability and closer fit between slide protective coating.
performance. of the firing pin serving as the cocking hand sizes. and grip frames.
indicator at the back of the pistol.
- Allows precise trigger stop - Simple two part construction - Prevents torsion and flexing of grip frame under fire - Improved rust prevention
- Eliminates the need to convert grip parts
- Provides basis for better high accuracy shooting - Provides improved, more direct mechanical interaction - Environmentally superior process
- The cocking indicator gives a clear visual and tactile - Offers excellent recoil absorption
between slide and grip frame parts, and significantly - Most durable metal surface coating
indication of the pistol’s cocking status and protection
- In the cocked position, the firing pin extension can Custom colour grip inserts allow immediate improves the trigger function
be clearly seen, or alternatively under cover or poor visual identification of user groups.
visibility can be easily felt as it protrudes through an
opening at the back of the slide - Ease of individual identification
- Personalisation
ACCESSORIES VERSATILE AND ADAPTABLE ACCORDING TO
A wide range of optional and retrofittable accessories are available for the
Caracal F and Caracal C models according to specific user requirements. INDIVIDUAL NEEDS

Shoulder Stock Tactical Front Stock Key Locking System Front Sight Fibreglass Insert Front Sight Unit Custom-made Improved Law Magazine Loader Optical Device Mounting Bracket
Enforcement Holster
- Provides longer range target hit - Stabilising, two hand line-up - Additional gun security - Improves hit-accuracy under - Faster target line-up - Assists and speeds up magazine - Accommodates ‘Red Dot’ aiming
improvement - Prevents slide blocking by opponent in - Childproof marginal lighting conditions - Eliminates rear sight - Advance locking design loading device
- Allows improved precision close combat - High security key with copy prevention - Faster target line-up - Fast draw capability - Reduces required hand / finger power - Minimum weight at maximum
shooting - Prevents tampering or misuse by strength
- Also serves as a baton in close opponent - Superior and fast attachment /
combat detachment
PRODUCTION PROCESS

Caracal’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities have been


designed to offer the highest standards of production in accordance
with internationally recognised best standards.
1. Quality assurance concept and procedures applied throughout entire
manufacturing process.
- Minimal defects achieved through measurement of all critical parts prior to assembly.

2. Assembly machines.
- Eliminates margin of human error and ensures interchangeability of all components
between pistols.

Measuring Device 3. Unit construction systems utilising MIM technology.


– Reduced machining offers cost efficiencies and economies of scale.

HIGH QUALITY MANUFACTURING ENSURES


RELIABILITY AND DURABILITY
MADE IN THE UAE Major components of the Caracal pistols, such as the slide, barrel and synthetic material CERTIFICATION
parts are manufactured at Caracal’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Abu Dhabi,
UAE. Smaller components such as sheet metal parts, springs and metal injection moulding
(MIM) parts are sourced from reputable European suppliers. All parts are surface treated.
Final assembly is carried out at the Caracal assembly plant and stringent quality control
checks are applied at all stages, including proof testing prior to despatch.

The Caracal F pistol is the first product of the Caracal pistol series
to undergo rigorous and exacting industry testing procedures.
Independent testing was conducted by WTD91.

The WTD91 confirms that the Caracal F pistol has passed the tests
commensurable to the test requirements of the following:

- The ‘Technical Guidelines for a Police Pistol’


( Technische Richtlinie Polizei [TR Polizei] )
- D14 NATO testing regulations
- The Technical Terms of Delivery for pistols to the German Forces
(TL 1005-0098)
PIONEERING INNOVATION
Caracal is committed to continuous Research and Development to
create and supply its customers with superior products to satisfy their
individual needs. By continually refining components, such as different
grip frame sizes, calibres and accessories for special applications,
the Caracal team constantly strives to develop new concepts with the
objective of delivering superior performance improvements and value
to every individual customer and users alike.

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