Patrick Sweeney is the author of many of Gun Digest books' best-selling titles, including Gun Digest Book of the 1911, Vols. I like a heavy barrel and a good trigger and Lord, I love a banana split, but the buttstock is the biggest improvement on the gun. Think of them as commercial versions of the militarys arms including the USSOCOM. This is mainly during non-lethal uses for other mounted additions like LED lights and laser dazzlers. The accuracy testing for the 20S involved installing a Leupold VX-3i LRP 8.5-25x50mm on top and in a Geissele Super Precision scope mount. The legendary FN SCAR 20S is upgraded with Non-Reciprocating Charging Handles. I would definitely want a 20s though. One detail you must be aware of: the charging handle. Yes, the military models are select-fire, but we only have the option of one shot at a time. ), but what else? I was tempted but cant justify it. But, $4500?? The 1-8's are very capable yes, but unnecessary if you're not doing run and gun stuff with it, which most people aren't with a 20" .308. Just be prepared for the sticker shock. The magazines are modified FAL magazines, because FAL magazines were the starting point at which FN began. Accuracy * * * * * The 17 is still there, but this is the 20S, a rifle built to be a long-range precision rifle OK, a sniper rifle. [28][29][30] The competition was cancelled before a winner was chosen. The rugged, monolithic upper receiver with full-length MIL-STD-1913 rail provides more space for . It is important when ordering parts, magazines or accessories to know which model you have. Rails everywhere. Remaining funds would be expended for the SCAR-H and the Mk 20 sniper variant. If you love to wear vests? BARREL LENGTH: 20 OVERALL LENGTH: 40.6 - 42.5 WEIGHT: 11.2 lbs. FN is coy and understated on the trigger weight on its website, simply stating that it breaks crisply at 3.5 to 4.5 pounds (thats like saying Sofia Vergara is a nice-looking lady). 7.62X51MM NATO SEMI AUTO 10 ROUNDS 2 BARREL. Please feel free to browse the category below and if you don't see the part or accessory you're looking for keep checking back. Transitioning from target to target when shooting off a tripod or from the prone was a breeze. All of the controls are ambidextrous, or can be converted to either side of the gun, including the reciprocating charging handle. The gas is vented out of the barrel and into the gas block, where it strikes the piston. Out of stock. I am SUPER comfortable using my ATACR 1-8 out to 800 yds, and last Friday, was hitting at 1000 yds with my KAC ACC and my 1-8. I own all 3 current civilian production SCAR platform weapons. But, for the end users for whom the rifle is built (those hard, fit, 20-somethings who can do pushups until theyre tired of counting), this isnt a problem. Im not a fan of this type of grip, but many others are. [2] The U.S. Special Operations Command later cancelled their purchase of the SCAR-L and planned to remove the rifle from their inventory by 2013. What Makes The FN SCAR 20S So Accurate: A Geissele Super SCAR two-stage trigger breaks like thin ice. Is it alloy or polymer? Any shooter, any round and a SCAR .308 magazine. At the time, I predicted the end result, and time has proven me right: If you let the end users (the SOCOM heavy-hitters) pick and choose, theyd rather have the 7.62 than an indestructible 5.56. Maybe he was just referring to the 20S but when you put it toe to toe with just about everything else in a DMR configuration, the SCAR platform just always shakes out to about 1-2 lb lighter (or FAR lighter than the EBR-chassis M14s the army was using, which is the most modern example I can think of that isnt an AR-10). Butand this especially in the 6.5 Creedmoor chamberingwith the 20S you have pinpoint precision out as far as you can hit or as far as the caliber reaches before the bullet goes subsonic. Parts listed here are designed for FN SCAR rifle models chambered in .223 Rem, .308 Win or 6.5 Creedmoor unless noted otherwise. The FN SCAR 20S sports a heavy contoured, cold-hammer forged, chrome lined 20 barrel with a 1 in 12" twist. FN puts a painful price on a rifle thats a pleasure to shoot, with an MSRP of $4,499. My 20 has not come in also yet. Shooting for groups with such a rig can be nerve-wracking. Please post pics of your setup. [12] The SCAR features an integral, uninterrupted Picatinny rail on the top of the aluminium receiver, two removable side rails and a bottom one that can mount any MIL-STD-1913 compliant accessories. What would be the Scar 20s competition in semi-automatic 7.62 NATO caliber precision rifles segment carried by current Special Operations personnel in ongoing conflicts and available on the civilian market? Your email address will not be published. When we compare the SCAR-H with the more popularly used SR25, in the same barrel length, we see thats its about half a pound heavier. Now that my rifle is ordered, what optic are you guys running on ur 20S? After fielding, operators reversed the previous decision and called for a SCAR that could change calibers. The FN40GL is marketed in both an L (Light) and H (Heavy) model, for fitting the appropriate SCAR variant. The lightest Larue OBR is 9.5 lbs, about 1 lb heavier than a 17s. Im a spoiled gun writer. Perfectly calibrated for long-range fire, the FN SCAR 20S delivers surgical precision, with an enhanced set of controls to enable any shooting position or optic choice. The trigger is really sweet eh. The other person replying is flat out wrong on several points. The trigger is a two-stage trigger, with a pull weight thats factory-set between 3 and 4 pounds. When FN first released the SCAR or Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle series of rifles in response to a. And, to that end, FN didnt leave anything to chance, as far as making it suitable for long-range precision use was concerned. A master gunsmith, Patrick is also Handguns Editor for Guns & Ammo magazine. Thats if you narrow down those competitors to semi-automatic ambidextrous 7.62 NATO caliber precision rifles carried by current Special Operations personnel in ongoing conflicts and available on the civilian market. The suppressed setting isnt to ease up on felt recoil (remember that hard-chargers are the users in mind) but to keep the cyclic rate at normal levels when firing it with a suppressor on. But anyway, thats a very encouraging review you have done, and it sounds like the 20s is meant to be my third wife, er , make that new concubine. FN's now making 200 FN SCAR 20S packages including the upgrade of a factory-installed Geissele Super SCAR trigger available to the civilian gun-buying public including: You SCAR fans will need to save your samolians. Back in the earlier years of the 21st century (geez, Im referring to the 21st century! PMM SCAR 16/17/20/SC BCD (Battery Control Device) 4.7 out of 5 $ 60.00 Select options. It includes a longer receiver, a beefed-up barrel extension and barrel profile to reduce whip and improve accuracy, and an enhanced modular trigger that can be configured for single-stage or two-stage operation together with either a folding or a non-folding precision stock.[11]. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . As a result, the 20S will have to go back to FN. It's really not intended to be a precision optic as much as a DMR kind of thing based on holdovers. Tactical banana split. Operation: Short-stroke gas piston FN SCAR 20S NRCH MultiCam. The carrier cycles back, rotating the bolt, then taking the bolt back, ejecting the empty and, on the return trip, stripping a round out of the magazine, rotating and locking. Lordy. Amen to that, brother. [7] This family of rifles consist of two main types. Unless one of your favorite past-times is cleaning your rifles, I couldnt imagine anyone preferring a DI gun over a short-stroke gas piston, all other things being equal. The standalone stock assembly has the FN40GL mounted to the bottom rail as with the rifle, but still has 3 o'clock, 6 o'clock, and 9 o'clock rail positions for other accessories. Reliability * * * * * But not sure Mk6 gets the thumbs up for the price. All of those guns at half the cost, Ill convert everything I own to FN. I have a NF ATACR 4-16x42 F1 on my Seekins SP10 in .308 and an NF ATACR 1-8x24 F1 on a 16" .223 AR15. . [41], FN America's claim contradicted the official announcement from SOCOM and they did not reverse their decision. Add to Cart See Details. FN SCAR. This was done to improve control during fully automatic fire. Remember me for 30 Days. FN SCAR-H TPR (Tactical Precision Rifle) (FN MK 20 SSR Sniper Support Rifle)- 510mm (20in) barrel, two-stage match semi-auto trigger, adjustable fixed stock, and M16A2 pistol grip. Great setup that I really enjoy.. the video below is me shooting 600yds on a 2/3 IPSC plate. I've been running the ATACR 4-16 F1 on my Scar 20S in 6.5CM for several months. Available in MultiCam as a special makeup. $5400 total out the door. FN announces new advancements in the legendary FN SCAR 20S - now chambered in the superb long range cartridge: 6.5 Creedmoor. It is a semi-automatic only civilian version of the FN Mk 20 SSR. SOCOM decided to procure the 7.62mm Mk 17 rifle, the 40mm Mk 13 grenade launcher, and the 7.62mm Mk 20 Sniper Support Rifle variants of the Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle (SCAR) manufactured by FN. Get the latest news and reviews from Gundigest.com. Whereas the mismatched color scheme of the SCAR series was odd before, taking it to this level is downright impressive. Not one of them had shot, much less deployed with the US militarys FN SCAR Mk 20 SSR. COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. Add a good scope, and now were closing in on $7k. In fact, Ive reviewed quite a few auto-loading rifles that will shoot 1 MOA or better. All accuracy testing was done seated with a Caldwell Stinger Shooting rest at 100 yards using a custom US Optics scope at 10 power magnification. Kimber Announces New Striker-Fired Subcompact, DA/SA Revolver, State Outlook Even More Jumbled for Firearms, Gun Review: Ruger Super Wrangler Single Action .22 Revolver, Obscure Object of Desire: Interarms Mark X Rifle, Gun Review: Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan Revolver. But I like the FN SCAR 20S. Funs fun, but I cant pay the mortgage by trading guns to the bank. Probably explains it when you figure inflation and the fact that Nazis are running around everywhere lately. When you compare it to AR-10 style rifles, youre still looking at somewhere between 1 lb of weight savings to roughly equal especially if youre considering the massive M110 suppressor that is usually used (it weights exactly 2 lb!). I love me some FNH have 4 of them in my stable. The chrome lined barrel of new FN SCAR 20Swill deliver precision accuracy with improved barrel life. Available for commercial and law enforcement. The SCAR-L fires 5.5645mm NATO rounds from STANAG (M16) magazines. The fixed position stock easily adjusts for both comb height and length of pull. But start putting them out of the barrel and onto targets faster than you ever thought you could, and then maybe that ludicrous price tag wont seem so crazy after all. I have an FN PS90 with a NON-reciprocating charging handle. 6.5MM CREEDMOOR GAS PISTON 10 ROUNDS 20 BARREL. There was talk of Glocks in 2016 but bureaucracy wanted real safety. Both are available in Close Quarters Combat (CQC), Standard (STD), and Long Barrel (LB) variants. Added a Vortex Razor HD GEN II 3-18x50 EBR-7C on a Geissele Super Precision Scope Mount. After all, Ive been sniper support many times, and my rifle was the M4 I was issued. Scope for SCAR 20S. Im all about the scar 20s now. That price is nuts to me. I have shot a scar 17 (actually a full auto one) and it felt better than my ar-15. The FN SCAR 20S Precision Semi-Auto Rifle is military approved, and once you fire this long range rifle yourself, you'll know why. In case you thought that was a misprint, thats two fours followed by two nines with a big ol dollar sign right in frontand no decimals to be found. Monstrum tactical 4-14X44 FFP scope and two 30mm rings,Butler Creek scope covers,Harris Style . Wanna SBR a SCAR 17 w/13" bbl. Sounds like a winner, except for that reciprocating CH and the 11# stripped weight. Australian Army still uses Browning pistol Mk3. The trigger is placed lower than normal for operation with the user's middle finger while keeping their trigger finger free to use the rifle. I was leaning toward the Mk5 for my rifle. Cold hammer-forged barrel is chrome lined, making it stress-free barrel, accurate and wear-resistant. The special anti aircraft version comes with 200 inch pipe. Get 12 Issues a year of the country's best firearms writing. If you arent left handed I question the value of ambi controls, and I prefer not to have them on my guns. There are rails on the sides, and the bottom of the handguard offers plenty of space to mount whatever else you need. You are using an out of date browser. As a question to John W. Taylor, what causes this to be superior, or at least more desirable than a AR10? If you want to do a 1-8, get a SCAR 17s IMO. The FN SCAR SSR Rear Stock is the ultimate precision upgrade to your SCAR 16S and 17S, allowing you to quickly convert your carbine into a DMR-style rifle that is fully adjustable for length of pull (LOP) and cheek height. Throw on a scope, a bipod, and insert a magazine and the rifle quickly hits 13lbs. The only thing I can justifiably take points off for here is the weight. These are dubbed the 16S (Light) and 17S (Heavy), and are manufactured in Herstal, Belgium and imported by FN Herstal's U.S. subsidiary FN America of Fredericksburg, Virginia. You have plenty of options, but theyre all Picatinnyno Keymod or M-lok. To maintain the SCAR as a small-caliber weapon, they are procuring conversion kits for the Mk 17 battle rifle to make it fire 5.5645mm rounds. Giant sections of rail cover 360 degrees around the hand guard, ending in twin, sturdy sling mounts. The recoil is a non factor in my opinion because it is all soaked up and target acquisition is sweet. At the time, SOCOM had bought 850 Mk 16s and 750 Mk 17s. At 11lbs, it's better off with more magnification. Perfectly calibrated for long-range precision fire, the FN SCAR 20S gives you the ability to engage targets exceeding 1,000 yards with ease. Damn. MultiCam is a registered mark of Crye Precision LLC. However, the weapon will only supplement other weapons, while issuance remains of the operator's discretion. Ten examples of each of the four competitors were involved. Twenty years ago that would have been a high bar for an auto-loader. The IAR competition was expected to result in Marine Corps procurement of up to 6,500 automatic rifles over five years,[33] but eventually the SCAR variant was passed over in favor of the Heckler and Koch HK416 rifle,[34] later designated as the M27. SEALs, Rangers, Army Special Forces, MARSOC, AFSOC) depending on their specific missions on today's battlefield". Even if I narrowly define the competition, its still heavy compared to other offerings. Welp, I know where my tax return is going. The chrome lined barrel of new FN SCAR 20S, This Website uses tracking mechanisms as further described in our. Yeah, I like 15x just fine, but our snipers shot with 8x, 9x and 10x on the Mk11 and Mk12 platforms. The 17 is too light but I could own it for $1100 less. The whole reason I sold off 10-12k worth of M14 and FAL stuff was that the SCAR 17S offered the same performance at a lighter weight (and less upkeep). Its a great trigger on any gun. A Geissele Super SCAR two-stage trigger which is what I wouldve put in had the trigger disappointed. The gas system is adjustable, but the adjustments extend to normal and suppressed. It isnt as if you can dial down the gas flow until you get a softer recoil. supplied 10-round magazine as well as 20-round magazines from a SCAR 17S. What? Lots of rails. Goes nicely with the Scar. If alloy, what does that say about the supposed KDG stock adaptor issue for the 17S? The FN SCAR 20S Precision Rifle is the latest in a long line of eagerly awaited rifles from the legendary manufacturer. In the course of testing, I was able to get to a private range at which there was steel out to 688 yards. It's a semi auto 308. 2023 FN America, LLC. Im going NF ATACR 4-16, but the MK5 was FOR SURE in the running. Thats a very silly thing to say unless youve been behind one. The weapon is similar to the SCAR Mk 16 Mod 0 but with modifications including a 140g (0.3lb) weight reduction resulting in a loaded weight of 3.61kg (7.95lb), a bayonet lug for an M9 bayonet (which the Mk 16 does not have), a rail mounted folding front iron sight instead of the gas block mounted sight, and a non-reciprocating charging handle. New. I want one, especially given it has that 200 inch barrel. Since JavaScript is disabled, you will not be able to properly navigate, add items to your cart, or place an order. The double-action trigger is long and heavy to prevent easily and unintentionally firing a round under stress. IMIs 175gr BTSP round averaged 3/4-inch five-round groups over four-shot strings. Consistent 3/4-inch MOA with a 10X scope and several different brands of ammunition. It is recommended that all parts be fit by a qualified gunsmith. PMM SCAR 16/17 HD Rail Elimination Panels (REPs) 5 out of 5 $ 70.00 Select options. The trigger announces is presence with a tiny G. Nope, thats not for gansta although it should be. Welcome to tactical banana split.. I also own SR-25 (newest rendition) and many other AR platform rifles and pistols. 4.7674418604651 out of 5 $ 20.00 - $ 25.00 Select options. That is, the handle cycles with the carrier, to which it is attached. Putting it back in the proper 10 oclock suppressed position and even the 125gr Hornady reduced recoil rounds ran like a champ. FN SCAR 17S 308 Win 20 Round Steel Black. I did email FN a couple years back and asked why a PS90, being 75% polymer, costs so much. You've already gotten a lot of input, and much of it similar, but let me throw my thoughts in based on my experiences. The piston drives back and pushes the carrier assembly back. MSRP: $4,499. Hes a pretty hard core NF H59 shooter, so we will see. [43] The presolicitation for the SCAR program originally called for one rifle that could be adapted to fire multiple calibers including 5.56mm, 7.6251mm, and 7.6239mm. ptalar; Mar 15, 2022; Observation & Sighting Devices ; The initial solicitation indicated that the SCAR-H would also be capable of being chambered in the 7.6239mm M43 Kalashnikov cartridge, as well as the 6.843mm Remington SPC cartridge, however, FN is not currently offering this configuration, and the models have likely been cancelled. I dont know of anyone else whos currently making magazines for the SCAR, so youll have to stock up through FN or some other supplier at almost $50 each. FN Herstal SCAR 16/17/20/SC Safety Selector Levers. There, the 20S Precision Rifle absolutely shines like no other SCAR Ive ever shot. Meanwhile, the US military still uses multiple FN rifles and machine guns in its line-up of standard issue equipment, and has for decades. The military wanted it allthe sun, moon, stars and a decaf, no-calorie latte. So I suppose you mean the AR-10, which was 7.25-9, right? The rest of us will simply use it as a generous length of rail to which we can attach a bipod. Get the 76th edition of the World's Greatest Gun Book. The FN Scar 20S .308 Rifle is chambered in .308 Winchester (accepts both LR and SR Primers) and has a 20-round magazine capacity. I'm looking into putting a silencer on the Scar 20s, I just need to know if the parts below will work on it and what everyone's opinion is on this particular suppressor. Order today for quick shipping and low everyday prices! recoilless does not mean what you think it means. MGW offers replacement magazine, barrels, buttstocks, bolt carrier assemblies, sights, pins, springs and more for this iconic rifle model which includes the SCAR 16, 16S, 17, 17S and 20S. When requirements were finalized, the decision was made to separate the 5.5645mm and 7.6251mm weapons because converting the medium caliber rifle to fire small caliber bullets created an assault rifle heavier than the M4 carbine. This gun likes to be shot. Buy FN Scar 20S Black NRCH .308 Win 10rd 38-100544-2 Scar 20 Non Reciprocating: GunBroker is the largest seller of Semi Auto Rifles Rifles Guns & Firearms All: 979921141 This chambering has been selected by USSOCOM for long-range use. FN didnt stop there, so we now have the SCAR as a 7.62 precision rifle. The 20S, on the other hand, feels rock solid, especially in fast fire. For more information on the FN SCAR 20S, please visit fnamerica.com. The SCAR short-stroke piston system works the same way as on an M1 carbine (as compared to the long-stroke system of the M1 Garand, for example). However, youll have to deal with some issues. A flip through Brian Litzs Ballistic Coefficient and Stability data shows us that a 1:12 twist rate will stabilize a 175gr Sierra Match King bullet even under the worst-case scenario with a Miller Stability Factor of 1.48. Specifications:FN SCAR 20S Precision Rifle, Caliber: 7.62x51mm Adding a full suite of optics can probably push that up close to 20 pounds. In early 2004, United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) issued a solicitation for a family of Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifles, the so-called SCAR, designed around two different calibers but featuring high commonality of parts and identical ergonomics. Unless the metered exhaust is mixed in there for a few percent, The moral of this story: know your bullet.. Accurate to 1,000 yards and beyond. The SCAR-L, for "light", is chambered in 5.5645mm NATO and the SCAR-H, for "heavy", is chambered in 7.6251mm NATO. [20] The EGLM system features a double-action trigger and a swing-out chamber. So, you arent going to save much money by almost equaling it with some other rifle. fn. As far as price, well I bought a limited edition and took one for the team. First, if you have never gotten behind the new NF 1-8x, you need to. ( Geissele Super SCAR), Precision adjustable for LOP and comb height, Ambidextrous safety lever and magazine release, Charging handle may be mounted on right or left side, Enlarged trigger guard for easier access when wearing gloves, Your email address will not be published. I spoke with qualified snipers in 5th, 7th, and 10th Special Forces groups, as well as Navy SEAL snipers. The fact that the 17S practically ends up cleaner than it started after a range day is just a plus. And then, theres the cost: $4,500. The pistol grip is a slightly over-sized Hogue rubber model with finger groves. My buddy JUST got one. But the FNAR is a little too civilized for my taste. I do not have a 20s, but aI think a 3-18 or 4-16 with a tree reticle and ring cap mini RDS would go very well on a rifle like this. That is a question that will only be determined by the customer". For starters, the FN SCAR 20s is a short-stroke piston-driven semi-automatic rifle chambered in either .308 or 6.5 Creedmoor. Chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor caliber. Fortunately, the SCAR 20S clears the bar easily, and bests it handily. Yes, the Geissele Super SCAR trigger is outstanding. The piston stops but, having driven the carrier assembly, its job is done. Varied barrel lengths are also available for different purposes, such as close quarters battle or long-range engagements. For those familiar with the AR-10 platform, the SCAR has a very different recoil profile. The trigger on the 20S that FN sent to me doesnt need changing. For most of us, this is a heavy rifle. The FN SCAR (Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle)[4] is a family of gas-operated short-stroke gas piston[5] automatic rifles developed by Belgian manufacturer FN Herstal (FN) in 2004. [42], SOCOM began removing the Mk 16 from its inventory at the end of 2011, and most units have had the rifle removed from service post-2013. But that is not the SCARs fault. Up for sale is a lightly used FN Scar 20S NRCH. Put one round out at a time in slow fire and this rifle wont impress you. With a free-floating barrel and two-stage trigger, this rifle provides the shooter with accuracy and a crisp break. [44], On 9 December 2011, the Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division released a sole source 5 year indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity procurement notice for the Mk 16 Mod 0 (SCAR-L), Mk 17 Mod 0 (SCAR-H), Mk 20 Mod 0 (SSR), and Mk 13 Mod 0 (40mm EGLM) from FN to sustain inventory levels. . Access to the forward-facing adjustment lever is achieved through generous access cuts in either side of the. I need to get a 1.5-6x for a 17 too but I probably won't see that rifle for another 3-4 months And god only knows how long it'll be before I can get the FA762SS suppressor for the '20 but the Form 4 has finally been submitted and ATF billed me already so just wait That's all I seem to be doing with shit backordered into spring or later. Time to take care of that SCAR 20S! This gun was pretty popular at The Range at Austin, and a lot of people got their hands on it. Now, for the shooter, thats not a big deal. [21] It can fire the Pike 40mm guided munition. By continuing to use our site, you accept our use of cookies. Sort By: Quick view. I can afford the 20, I just can't afford anything else to be able to shoot the fucking thing. Stay in touch to know when the latest FN Rifle or pistol is updated or restocked. With that being said, In order I vote 17, 20 then 16. New. I always have thought that when you see the msrp of a weapon in the info, you could expect retail price to be around 15% less plus tax. I can hardly find ammo in eastern Iowa. If your rounds out are onsies and twosies, no big deal. It is tipped with a three-prong flash suppressor threaded 5/8 X 20" and the barrel. In a SHTF situation, the wife would be behind the 20 and myself manning the 17. Thanks. FN SCAR 20S NRCH MultiCam Available for commercial and law enforcement. 1-8 is too small. Results from the second test resulted in a total of 307 stoppages for the M4 after lubrication was increased, but did not explain why the M4 suffered 882 stoppages with that same level of lubrication in the third test. its just another look at me PLEASE toy for man-boys. What kind of open sights?? But start putting them out of the barrel and onto targets faster than you ever thought you could, and then maybe that ludicrous price tag wont seem so crazy after all. I do plan on putting something different on it later though, considering the ECOS-O setup, a 3-18 Mk6 with an Aimpoint T1. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Eos ei nisl graecis, vix aperiri elit. Aug 18, 2021. Yes, its way too heavy for a BB gun or a 22lr. Personally Im hoping the CZ Bren 2 in .308 arrives here soon at $2k or less. was looking into getting it but that price tag, I think the my top 3 picks would be (in no particular order). Im gonna pass, not that I have much choice. Lending further aid is the match-grade, two-stage trigger that breaks crisply at 3.5 . so get this amazing Red Puffer Vest which is a favorite of all girls and it is the most-rated and most selling outfit in our store, shop now because the stock is limited. Much of the reason was purely rate of fire, and rate of fire on moving targets. Like the M203, the FN40GL uses the same High-Low Propulsion System. One detail Ive heard about from those whove used their SCAR rifles hard is that the rifles are hard on optics. I think theres four shades of black on this gun, too. Manufacturer model #: 38996. In July 2007, the United States Army announced a limited competition between the M4 carbine, FN SCAR, HK416, and the previously shelved HK XM8. The 17s generous gas throttle, along with its robust cycling parts, means that on every shot, the operating system bottoms out in the rear of the receiver with enthusiasm. Overall Length: 40.6 42.5 Is that a Ruger AR chambered for 6.5 or something? And then, theres the trigger. The FN SCAR 20S is the latest in a long and fabled line of battle rifles. Ambidextrous is cool and all, but not at that price, sorry. As for the rest of it, the whole point of buying this rifle is that it is exactly as it is. In addition, you have to use the FN magazines. So its a SCAR, with an FNAR barrel (1:12 chromed heavy), that is as accurate as an FNAR, weighs slightly more, and costs at least 4X as much? To each his or her own. [citation needed], In late October 2010 SOCOM approved full-rate production of the Mk 20 sniper variant of the SCAR, with fielding beginning in mid-May 2011. Clean or dirty. Ouch! The gas-operated piston design and the Surefire Procomp 762 muzzle . That charging handle slamming back against your thumb will learn ya! If youre an FN SCAR lover, the 20S is your next fling. The semi-automatic only Mk 20 Mod 0 Sniper Support Rifle (SSR) is based on the SCAR-H. Manufacturer part number: 20-100484 The FN SCAR 20S barrel assemblies are 20-inch cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined MIL-SPEC steel barrels with bottom M1913 rail, gas block assembly, low-flash gas regulator, gas piston and Surefire ProComp muzzle brake installed. This particular rifle is the Non Reciprocating Charging Handle model. FNAC (FN Advanced Carbine) 5.56mm NATO assault rifle entered into the US Army, HAMR IAR (Heat Adaptive Modular Rifle) 5.56mm NATO, HAMR NGSW (Heat Adaptive Modular Rifle) 6.8mm Federal Cartridge Company cartridge variant entered in the United States Army', This page was last edited on 9 April 2023, at 18:44. How do you know the twist rate? The full-length rail on top is almost too much. SteveT1104; Jul 2, 2021; Semi-Automatic Rifles ; Replies 30 Views 4K. FN SCAR 20S; FN announces new advancements in the legendary FN SCAR 20S now chambered in the superb long range cartridge: 6.5 Creedmoor. Are you guys running on ur 20S shooting off a tripod or from the prone was a breeze # weight... Story: know your bullet 5 $ 60.00 Select options rounds ran like a champ of! Both an L ( Light ) and it felt better than my ar-15 a. Digest Book of the FN SCAR 20S in 6.5CM for several months Quarters Combat CQC..... the video below is me shooting 600yds on a Geissele Super SCAR two-stage trigger with... 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