SHOT Show 2011: Barrett highlights capabilities
Barrett has used this year’s Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show to highlight four new systems with military applications. The systems – the enhanced M107A1 model .50 caliber sniper rifle; the MRAD; the [M]240LW [lightweight] ‘concept’ machinegun; and REC7 assault rifle configuration in both 5.56mm NATO and 6.8mm SPC.
According to Kyle Lynch, director of sales and marketing for Barrett, many of the features incorporated in the M107A1 design reflect myriad lessons learned and close cooperation with the military user community. Major enhancements include a reduction in weapon weight (more than 6 lbs.) through the use of aluminum and
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