LWRC SABR | |
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Type | Semi-automatic sniper rifle |
Place of origin | United States |
Production history | |
Designed | 2008[1] |
Manufacturer | LWRC International |
Specifications | |
Mass | 8.2 lb (3.7 kg) |
Length | 39.3 in (100 cm) |
Cartridge | 7.62x51mm NATO |
Barrels | 12.7", 16.1", 18" and 20” |
Action | Short stroke gas piston operated |
Sights | Skirmish and Back Up Iron Sights |
LWRC SABR (Sniper Assaulter Battle Rifle) is a 7.62x51mm semi-automatic rifle manufactured by LWRC International. The gun is considered a sniper rifle and it preceded the LWRC REPR.
The gun features the LWRC designed short-stroke gas-piston operating system. It has removable Picatinny rails and it could accommodate the installation of several other uppers with different barrel lengths, including 12.7", 16.1", 18" and 20".[2]
There is a side charging handle so that the user does not have to take their eyes off of the target.[2] The rifle was the first sniper rifle that was produced by LWRCI. It was replaced by the LWRC REPR. The SABR was heavier than the REPR.[3]
The gun is one of the many that is banned in Canada.[4]