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The Secret Weapon of the Mexican Special Forces: What are the mysterious weapons?
Mexico's Special Forces (Cuerpo de Fuerzas Especiales) is an elite force affiliated with the Mexican Army. Its predecessor was the Special Airborne Force (Grupo Aeromóvil de Fuerzas Especiales, referred to as GAFE) established in 1986. Since its establishment, this force has shouldered the important task of protecting national security and responding to various threats, especially in combating drug crimes and terrorism. Their operations are often kept secret, fueling public curiosity about their equipment and combat capabilities.
"Mexican special forces use a variety of high-tech weapons and special tactics, making them stand out among special forces around the world."
History of Special Forces
GAFE was originally established to ensure the security of the 1986 FIFA World Cup held in Mexico City, and received special weapons and anti-terrorist tactics training from French GIGN. Over time, the functions of special forces have become increasingly diversified, and since the 1990s they have been active in various insurgency and drug battles. The unit has participated in armed conflicts against the EZLN guerrillas, demonstrating its ability to handle internal conflicts.
Training and its scenarios
Members of the Special Forces receive comprehensive training from special forces from around the world, from France's GIGN to Israel's Sayeret, as well as the United States' Green Berets. These trainings include not only conventional combat skills, but also combat skills in various specific terrains such as urban combat and jungle combat. Training bases are distributed across the country, covering a variety of environments such as cities, mountains, and deserts.
"Basic training for special forces lasts for six months to provide troops with necessary combat skills."
Transportation and Weapons
Mexican special forces have a variety of transportation vehicles, including UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters, CH-53 Yas'ur and customized all-terrain vehicles, which allow them to quickly deploy and operate in a variety of environments. Their weapons systems are equally impressive, including various types of pistols, rifles, sniper rifles and anti-tank weapons, forming a comprehensive strike system.
For pistols, they use popular models like the Glock 17 and Beretta 92F. In terms of rifles, FX-05 Xiuhcoatl and M4 Carbine are one of their main equipment. In addition, there are precision fire weapons such as the M24 sniper rifle and the Barrett M82 anti-materiel rifle.
"Relying on high-tech weapons and precise shooting capabilities, Mexican special forces have demonstrated powerful lethality in combat."
Controversies and Challenges
Although special forces perform well in safeguarding national security, their actions are also accompanied by controversy. In 1994, special forces intervened to quell the EZLN's insurgency, resulting in the deaths of many civilians and insurgents. This has raised questions about its behavior, accusing it of using excessive force during the crackdown.
In addition, some retired GAFE members have been accused of joining drug cartels, which has had a great impact on society and makes people question the moral boundaries and responsibilities of the military.
Looking to the future
As security threats to Mexico increase, the role of special forces will become even more important. They not only have to deal with traditional drug trade problems, but also need to effectively combat escalating criminal behavior. In order to improve their combat capabilities, they will continue to pursue technological and tactical innovation.
"In the future, Mexican special forces may use more high-tech weapons and tactics to deal with changing threats."
As special forces continue to evolve, how will they respond to increasingly complex security challenges and perform better in the future?
