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Elite Squad: The Enemy Within
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Elite Squad 2 (Brazilian Title: Tropa de Elite 2) is a 2010 film directed by Jose Padilha and the sequel to 2007's Elite Squad (Tropa de Elite). Set in present-day Rio De Janeiro, Elite Squad 2 follows Lieutenant Colonel Roberto Nascimento (Wagner Moura) and Captain Andre Matias (Andre Ramiro) of the Batalhão de Operações Policiais Especiais (Special Operations Battalion) or BOPE as they combat criminals and uncover a broader conspiracy between members of the Military Police and government officials.
The following weapons are seen in Elite Squad 2:
Warning: Minor Spoilers Ahead!
Handguns
Taurus PT92
The Taurus PT92 is used by Major Rocha (Sandro Rocha) and other Rio de Janeiro Military Police (PMERJ) officers, as well as by various criminals throughout the film.
Taurus PT940
Beirada (Seu Jorge), an imprisoned Comand Vermelho (Red Command) gang leader, uses a Taurus PT940 given to him by a corrupt prison guard to start a riot and execute rival gang members at the Bantu I penitentiary.
Taurus PT 24/7
A Taurus PT 24/7 is among the weapons recovered by BOPE officers following a raid on the western Rio de Janeiro neighborhood of Tanque.
Glock 17
A gunman is seen with a Glock 17 pistol when he and other attackers steal weapons from the Rio de Janeiro Civil Police detachment in Tanque.
Glock 25
A member of Rocha's "militia" is shown checking a compact Glock while preparing for a mission. A Glock 25 is also used to threaten Clara (Taina Muller), a reporter who uncovers the militia's collusion with senior political figures.
Unknown Pistol
BOPE officers use pistols of unknown make, possibly in .45 ACP, as their standard sidearms.
Submachine Guns
MAC-10
A MAC-10 is fired by a drug dealer at a BOPE "Caveirao" armored car when the police raid Tanque.
Rifles
Imbel M964 A1 ParaFAL
Most BOPE officers are armed with the Imbel M964 A1 ParaFAL carbine, including Captain Andre Matias (Andre Ramiro). The ParaFAL is a updated version of the M964 featuring a shorter barrel and light-weight polymer parts instead of the traditional aluminum that is either available as a parts kit or as a completely new weapon, and is currently being used by many Brazilian police forces and military units.
Imbel MD-2
Some BOPE officers are also seen with Imbel MD-2 rifles with picatinny rail mounts on the receiver.
Imbel IA2
Colonel Roberto Nascimento (Wagner Moura) uses a Imbel IA2 carbine during the final shootout of the film. The IA2 is an updated version of the Imbel MD-97 with new polymer furniture.
M16A1 (With M16A2 Handguards)
One of Rocha's officers uses a M16A1 with M16A2 handguards when the major meets with some drug dealers to collect money.
Colt Model 653
The Colt Model 653 is used by militia members and criminals throughout the film.
Colt Model 725
A Colt Model 725, distinguished by its brass deflector and 16 barrel, is carried by one of Rocha's men as they prepare to embark on a mission.
M4A1 Carbine
M4A1 carbines in both standard and modified variations are used by BOPE officers and members of Rocha's militia.
Norinco Type 56-1
Gang leader Felpa uses a Norinco Type 56-1 rifle when his territory is invaded by BOPE officers. Interestingly, the weapon has a folded "pig sticker" bayonet mounted beneath it.
Norinco Type 56
The standard Norinco Type 56 is also seen in the hands of gang members and one of the militia members. Like the Type 56-1, it also has a folding bayonet, as well as the slant muzzlebrake from the AKM.
AKS-74U
One of the weapons that Andre and other BOPE officers seize from the raid in Tanque is an AKS-74U.
SIG SG-551
One of Rocha's men is seen cocking a SG-551 towards the end of the movie.
Prop Weapons
Many of the background extras are armed with crude-looking rubber prop weapons modeled on the M16 and CAR-15 rifles.