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Originally Posted by Justinmd
Gents,
Recently a SOTIC instructor mentioned the desire for a rifle similar to an SR-25 (precision semi-auto .308), but with a collapsible buttstock and a shorter barrel (perhaps under 20") that could be used for assault if needed. Is this something you would find useful? If so, how would you spec it out?
1. Barrel Length (and/or desired effective engagement range)?
2. Weight (would you sacrifice a thick meaty barrel for more portability)?
3. Caliber cababitly (is .308 and its variants good enough or does it need to take the short mags as well)?
4. If it came with two barrels, say an 11" for DA and a 22-24" for long range precision, would you switch them out for different missions or just keep a medium length (16-20")barrel on all the time.?
5. Optic, what would you prefer for this type of setup.?
Ok thanks for the help gents. If all goes well, you may see something at SHOT show.
Justin
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At the risk of moving to far out of my lane....If you get a chance check out this thread:
http://professionalsoldiers.com/foru...ad.php?t=15765
Thread originator is another QP Longrange1947 that has hands on experience with a system that may fit your needs.
The system is the LWRC Sniper Assaulter Battle Rifle (SABR). It is a .308 piston driven rifle in an AR configuration that takes the SR25 mags with available barrel lengths of 16" or 20". It will supposedly be available after Shot Show 2008.
For more detailed info check these:
http://www.lwrifles.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1278
http://www.lwrifles.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=6
It will also be in one of this season's episodes of Future Weapons along with other LW products:
http://www.lwrifles.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=527
Full Disclosure:
I am in no way affiliated with or have any financial interest in LWRC.