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FN SCAR (Mk 16/17 Mod 0)
FN SCARS.jpg
The standard length 3rd Generation FN SCAR-L (top) and FN SCAR-H (bottom)
Type Assault rifle (SCAR-L)
Battle rifle (SCAR-H)
Place of origin  Belgium
 United States
Service history
Used by United States
Production history
Designer FN Herstal
Manufacturer FNH USA
Variants SCAR-L (Mk 16 Mod 0)
SCAR-H (Mk 17 Mod 0)
Specifications
Weight 3.04 kg (6.7 lbs) (SCAR-L Short)
3.29 kg (7.25 lbs) (SCAR-L Standard)
3.49 kg (7.7 lbs) (SCAR-L Long)
3.58 kg (7.9 lbs) (SCAR-H Short)
3.58 kg (7.9 lbs) (SCAR-H Standard)
3.72 kg (8.2 lbs) (SCAR-H Long)
Barrel length 253 mm (10.0 in) (SCAR-L Short)
351 mm (13.8 in) (SCAR-L Standard)
457 mm (18.0 in) (SCAR-L Long)
330 mm (13.0 in) (SCAR-H Short)
400 mm (15.7 in) (SCAR-H Standard)
500 mm (19.7 in) (SCAR-H Long)
Cartridge 5.56x45mm NATO (SCAR-L)
7.62x51mm NATO (SCAR-H)
Action Gas-operated, rotating bolt
Rate of fire 625 rounds/min
Muzzle velocity SCAR-L: 2870 FPS with M855, 2630 FPS (875 m/s) with Mk 262
SCAR-H: 2342 FPS (802 m/s) with M80
Feed system SCAR-L: 30 round box magazine
SCAR-H 20 round box magazine
.The Special Forces Combat Assault Rifle,[1][2] or SCAR, is a modular rifle made by Fabrique Nationale de Herstal (FNH) for the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) to satisfy the requirements of the SCAR competition.^ The US Special Operations Command (US SOCOM) issued a solicitation for the procurement of SOF Combat Assault Rifles (SCAR) on October 15th, 2003.
  • Modern Firearms - FN SCAR: Mark 16 / Mk.16 and Mark 17 /Mk.17  Special Forces Combat Assault Rifle 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC world.guns.ru [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ SOF Combat Assault Rifle , or SCAR , is a modular rifle made by Fabrique Nationale (FN) for the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) to satisfy the requirements of the SCAR competition.

 ^ The Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle (SCAR) Program was approved in Sept 2003, and completed in January 2004.
  • Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter Arms - SCAR 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.ghostrecon.net [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 [3] .This family of rifles consist of two main types.^ This rifles family consists of two main types.
  • FN SCAR | Guns Lot 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gunslot.com [Source type: General]
  • Weapon City | All weapon information, videos, reviews, pictures and more. 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC weaponcity.blogspot.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ This family of rifles consist of two main types.
  • FN SCAR HEAVY 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gb-tech.com.tw [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]
  • Boyi D-Boys SCAR-L TAN Airsoft AEG Gun 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.airsplat.com [Source type: General]
  • 3d army sof combat assault rifle model 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.turbosquid.com [Source type: General]

 ^ The SCAR system consists of two highly adaptable modular rifle platforms and a grenade launcher.
  • Meet the SCAR | Defense Tech 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC defensetech.org [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 .The SCAR-L, for light, is chambered in the 5.56x45mm NATO cartridge and the SCAR-H, for heavy, fires 7.62x51mm NATO.^ The SCAR-L, for light, is chambered in the 5.56x45mm NATO cartridge and the SCAR-H, for heavy, fires 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition.
  • FN SCAR HEAVY 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gb-tech.com.tw [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ The Scar-H, for heavy, fires 7.62 mm NATO ammunition and the SCAR-L, for light, is chambered in the 5.56 mm NATO cartridge.
  • FN SCAR | Guns Lot 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gunslot.com [Source type: General]

 ^ The SCAR 16S is chambered in 5.56X45mm NATO (223 Rem.
  • What’s Coming in 2009 from FNH USA 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gunreports.com [Source type: General]

 .Both are available in Long Barrel and Close Quarters Combat variants.^ Both are available in further variants such as sniper or CQB (Close Quarters Battle).
  • Introducing the FN SCAR Rifle 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.freerepublic.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ Both are available in further variants such as Long Barrel or CQC (Close Quarters Combat).
  • Boyi D-Boys SCAR-L TAN Airsoft AEG Gun 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.airsplat.com [Source type: General]

 ^ Both rifles are available in further differing variants such as CQC (Close Quarters Combat) and sniper.
  • FN SCAR | Guns Lot 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gunslot.com [Source type: General]

 The FN SCAR system completed low rate initial production testing in June 2007.[4] After some delays, the first rifles began being issued to operational units in April 2009, and a battalion of the US 75th Ranger Regiment will be the first large unit deployed into combat with 600 of the rifles in 2009.[5]

Contents

Overview

SCAR-equipped U.S. Army Rangers on the infield of the Lowes Motor Speedway
.The SCAR is manufactured in two main versions; Light (SCAR-L, Mk 16 Mod 0) and Heavy (SCAR-H, Mk 17 Mod 0).^ The SCAR comes in 2 main configurations: Mk.
  • SCAR (video game thing) - giantbomb.com 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.giantbomb.com [Source type: General]

 ^ FN SCAR Mk 16 and Mk 17 Blank Firer .

 ^ III, Mk 16 Mod 0 .
  • Review VFC SCAR-L Gen. III, Mk 16| ASTKM.de 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.astkm.de [Source type: Academic]

 .The L version fires 5.56x45mm NATO using improved STANAG (M16) magazines.^ The L version fires 5.56 mm NATO using improved M16 rifle magazines.
  • Introducing the FN SCAR Rifle 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.freerepublic.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ The SCAR-L, for light, is chambered in the 5.56x45mm NATO cartridge and the SCAR-H, for heavy, fires 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition.
  • Boyi D-Boys SCAR-L TAN Airsoft AEG Gun 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.airsplat.com [Source type: General]

 ^ The new magazine is not only applicable to M16/M4/ARl5 series, but as long as the launch of NATO-standard rifle shells can be used.
  • USA HK416 Enhanced Carbine 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.ukarms.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 .The H fires the more powerful 7.62x51mm NATO from a newly designed 20-round magazine (this full-sized cartridge makes the SCAR-H a battle rifle).^ Battle Rifle A full-size rifle designed for military use that fires a high-power rifle cartridge.
  • Modern Warfare 2 Things - giantbomb 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.giantbomb.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ The SCAR-L fires the standard NATO 5.56mm cartridge, while the SCAR-H fires NATO 7.62mm cartridges.
  • **100% WEAPONS: Military Future Weapons, Modern Military Weapons, WW2 Weapons, Modern Firearms, Used Weapons, Weapons for sale, US Weapons** 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC futurewpns.blogspot.com [Source type: Academic]

 ^ The H fires the more powerful 7.62 NATO from an newly designed 20-round magazine.
  • Introducing the FN SCAR Rifle 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.freerepublic.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 .Different length barrels will be available for close quarters battle and for longer-range engagements.^ Specifically, the SCAR L, a 5.56 mm assault rifle, replaces the M4A1, Close Quarters Battle Rifle (CQBR) and Mk12.
  • Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle Manufactured in Columbia | SwampFox 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.swampfox.ws [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ The two versions share a large number of components, and both can be reconfigured easily to use different barrel lengths.
  • SCAR (video game thing) - giantbomb.com 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.giantbomb.com [Source type: General]

 ^ Now US DoD type-​​designated as the MK 16 MOD 0 5.56mm Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle — Light (SCAR-​​L) and the MK 17 MOD 0 7.62mm Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle Heavy (SCAR-​​H), both SCAR platforms are available with three different barrel lengths optimized for conducting operations in close-​​quarters combat, standard infantry and longer-​​range precision fire roles.
  • Meet the SCAR | Defense Tech 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC defensetech.org [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 .The initial solicitation indicated that the SCAR-H would also be chambered for the 7.62x39mm M43 cartridge, and 6.8mmx43mm Remington SPC cartridge.^ A 6.8 SPC SCAR would be an interesting package.
  • What’s Coming in 2009 from FNH USA 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gunreports.com [Source type: General]

 ^ The SCAR-L, for light, is chambered in the 5.56 mm NATO cartridge and the SCAR-H, for heavy, fires 7.62 mm NATO ammunition.
  • 3d army sof combat assault rifle model 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.turbosquid.com [Source type: General]

 ^ The SCAR-L, for light, is chambered in the 5.56x45mm NATO cartridge and the SCAR-H, for heavy, fires 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition.
  • Boyi D-Boys SCAR-L TAN Airsoft AEG Gun 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.airsplat.com [Source type: General]

 .However, FN is not currently offering other calibers.^ The FN SCAR is currently being phased into service with United State Special Forces, where it will replace multiple other weapons.
  • Modern Warfare 2 Things - giantbomb 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.giantbomb.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ The response of the retested patients, however, might offer a realistic idea of what reaction could have been found in the other age groups as well.
  • BCG vaccination at three different age groups: response and effectiveness 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov [Source type: Academic]
.The Mk 16 Mod 0 will be replacing the M4A1, the Mk 18 CQBR and the Mk 12 SPR currently in SOCOM service.^ The Mk 16 will be replacing the M4A1, the Mk-18 Close Quarters Battle Rifle (CQBR) and the Mk-12 SPR currently in SOCOM service.
  • Introducing the FN SCAR Rifle 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.freerepublic.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ The SCAR-L will replace the M4A1 Carbine, Mk 18 CQBR and Mk12 SPR models currently in special forces (SOCOM) service.
  • RedWolf Airsoft - Airsoft Gun (Softair Gun) Retail and Wholesale From Asia 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.redwolfairsoft.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ The CQBR and the Mk12 are currently under SOCOM use and service.
  • FN SCAR | Guns Lot 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gunslot.com [Source type: General]

 .The Mk 17 Mod 0 will replace the M14 and Mk 11 sniper rifles.^ The Mk 17 will replace the M14 and Mk11 sniper rifles.
  • Introducing the FN SCAR Rifle 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.freerepublic.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ SCAR replaces the MK11 (SR-25 7.62 sniper rifle), the MK12 (SPR), the CQBR (10-inch upper from SOPMOD), the M4A1 Carbine and the M14 (in use at WARCOM).
  • SOF Combat Assault Rifle [SCAR] / MK16 SCAR-L / MK17 SCAR-H 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.globalsecurity.org [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ The Mk 16 will be replacing the M4A1, the Mk-18 Close Quarters Battle Rifle (CQBR) and the Mk-12 SPR currently in SOCOM service.
  • Introducing the FN SCAR Rifle 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.freerepublic.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]
.The SCAR features an integral, uninterrupted Picatinny rail on the top of the aluminum receiver, two removable side rails and a bottom one that can mount any MIL-STD-1913 compliant accessories.^ The SCAR will also be compatible with the SOPMOD Accessory Kit components via MIL-STD 1913 rails.
  • SOF Combat Assault Rifle [SCAR] / MK16 SCAR-L / MK17 SCAR-H 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.globalsecurity.org [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ The solid top brass receiver features side ejection.
  • Ozark Guns, Rifles 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.ozarkguns.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ The SCAR 16s has plenty of Picatinny rail for mounting optics and accessories.
  • FNH-USA 5.56mm SCAR 16s Semi-Automatic Rifle 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gunblast.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 .It has a polymer lower receiver with an M16 compatible pistol grip, flared magazine well, and raised area around magazine and bolt release buttons.^ The grip is of AR-15/M16 style, as is the bolt release lever and the magazine release button.
  • FNH-USA 5.56mm SCAR 16s Semi-Automatic Rifle 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gunblast.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ This semi-automatic rifle has an ambidextrous magazine release button that drops the detachable 20-, 10- or 5-round steel box magazine (DBM).
  • FNH USA Introduces Products for 2010 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gunreports.com [Source type: General]

 ^ Suggested areas for improvement and change include: Safety lever changes Magazine release protectors Trigger reset Pistol grip design Bolt release protectors Charging handle design Sling attachment points Color change from black to neutral Upon conclusion, FN delivers a modified mockup prototype within 24-hours based on the feed-back received.
  • The Gun Zone -- A 5.56 X 45mm "Timeline" 2004 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.thegunzone.com [Source type: Academic]

 .The front sight flips down for unobstructed use of optics and accessories.^ All SCAR versions also use the same accessories, including sights and scopes.

 ^ Features include a quad-rail, flip-up front sight and an Accu-Tac flash hider ...
  • TacticalGunFan.com - Video: FN Five-SeveN 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.tacticalgunfan.com [Source type: General]

 ^ The flip down rear sight is completely adjustable.
  • Reviews - CA SCAR-Light : Airsoft Extreme, The premier American retailer of replica toy airsoft guns. 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.airsoftextreme.com [Source type: General]

 .The rifle uses a 'tappet' type of closed gas system much like the M1 Carbine while the bolt carrier otherwise resembles the Stoner 63 or Heckler & Koch G36.^ As noted by others, the primary difference is the use of gas-piston system (the bolt carrier is also different).
  • Army to Part with ‘Weapon of Choice?’ | Danger Room | Wired.com 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.wired.com [Source type: General]

 ^ The rifle uses a 'tappet' type of closed gas system much like the M1 Carbine while the bolt carrier otherwise resembles the Stoner 63 or Heckler & Koch G36.
  • Introducing the FN SCAR Rifle 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.freerepublic.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ Design features from the Armalite AR-18 ( short-stroke gas system ), the FN SCAR (upper receiver, charging handle location), the Heckler & Koch G36 / XM8 (liberal use of polymer components), the M16 / AR15 (trigger pack), and the M16 ( barrel , fire control group) are clearly prevalent.
  • Versus!: The ACR vrs. the UMP45 : Dog and Pony Show | Better at the internet than you. 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC dogandponyshowwebsite.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]
.The SCAR is built at the FN Manufacturing LLC, plant in Columbia, South Carolina, United States.^ The SCAR mentioned in the article is also a FN design, manufactured under license in (I believe) South Carolina.
  • Army to Part with ‘Weapon of Choice?’ | Danger Room | Wired.com 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.wired.com [Source type: General]

 ^ The FN SCAR will be produced and manufactured at the FN Manufacturing LLC corporate headquarters and plant in Columbia, South Carolina.
  • FN SCAR | Guns Lot 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gunslot.com [Source type: General]

 ^ The SCAR will be built at the FN Manufacturing LLC, plant in Columbia, South Carolina.
  • Introducing the FN SCAR Rifle 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.freerepublic.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 .Fabrique Nationale introduced a semi-automatic version of the SCAR modular rifle system, the 16S (Light) and 17S (Heavy), at the end of 2008.[6][7] This version of the SCAR is designed for the law enforcement and commercial markets, and is manufactured in Fredricksburg, Virginia, United States.^ FN SCAR, is a modular rifle made by Fabrique Nationale de Herstal (FNH) for t...
  • Scar Videos - Metacafe 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.metacafe.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ M110 SASS The M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System is a semi-automatic rifle.
  • Modern Warfare 2 Things - giantbomb 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.giantbomb.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ The Rifle was designed and manufactured responding to a United States special Operations Command requirement.
  • FN SCAR | Guns Lot 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gunslot.com [Source type: General]

Evaluation

.In July 2007, the US Army announced a limited competition between the M4 Carbine, FN SCAR, HK416, and the previously-shelved HK XM8.^ Reply Vinc says: January 1, 2010 at 6:26 pm In July 2007, the US Army announced a limited competition between the M4 Carbine, FN SCAR, HK416, and the previously-​​shelved HK XM8.
  • The BTDTs on the SCAR | Defense Tech 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC defensetech.org [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ July : The US Army agrees to conduct extreme dust chamber testing of the M4 carbine, HK 416, XM8, and FN SCAR at Aberdeen in August.
  • The Gun Zone -- A 5.56 X 45mm "Timeline" 2007 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.thegunzone.com [Source type: Academic]

 ^ In July 2007, the US Army announced a limited competition between the M4 carbine, FN SCAR, HK416, and the previously-shelved HK XM8.

 .Ten examples of each of the four competitors were involved.^ Ten examples of each of the four competitors were involved.
  • The BTDTs on the SCAR | Defense Tech 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC defensetech.org [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]
  • Damning « ELP Defens(c)e Blog 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC ericpalmer.wordpress.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 .During the testing, 60,000 rounds apiece were fired from each of the 40 carbines in an "extreme dust environment."^ During the testing, 60,000 rounds apiece were fired from each of the 40 carbines in an “extreme dust environment.” The purpose of the shootoff was for assessing future needs, not to select a replacement for the M4.
  • The BTDTs on the SCAR | Defense Tech 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC defensetech.org [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ Each weapon was fired for 60,000 rounds in an “extreme dust environment.” The purpose of the shootoff was for assessing future needs, not to select a replacement for the M4.

 ^ Sixth, we know that the US Army tested these rifles in the Dust Test and out of the 10 rifles tested with 60,000 rounds fired they only got it to malfunction/fail 226 times and the Colt M4 had almost 4 times as many failures.
  • FN SCAR, WOW - AR15.COM 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.ar15.com [Source type: General]

 The purpose of the shootoff was for assessing future needs, not to select a replacement for the M4.[8]
.During the test, the SCAR suffered 226 stoppages ranking second to the XM8 with 127 stoppages, but less compared to the M4 with 882 stoppages and the HK 416 with 233. This test was based on two previous systems assessments that were conducted using the M4 Carbine and M16 rifle at Aberdeen in 2006 and the summer of 2007 before the third limited competition in the fall of 2007. The 2006 test focused only on the M4 and M16. The Summer 2007 test had only the M4, but increased lubrication.^ The MLO is designed to be attached to the muzzle of the M4 carbine or M16 rifle.
  • The Gun Zone -- A 5.56 X 45mm "Timeline" 2004 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.thegunzone.com [Source type: Academic]

 ^ The base contract will comprise 50 systems for use in developmental testing.
  • The Gun Zone -- A 5.56 X 45mm "Timeline" 2004 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.thegunzone.com [Source type: Academic]

 ^ The shotgun module is also used under-barrel on the M4, M16, or XM8.
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 .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.^ During the test, the SCAR suffered 226 stoppages ranking second to the XM8 with 127 stoppages, but less compared to the M4 with 882 stoppages and the HK 416 with 233.
  • The BTDTs on the SCAR | Defense Tech 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC defensetech.org [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ The results indicate that out of 60,000 rounds fired, the M4 suffered only 307 stoppages.
  • The Gun Zone -- A 5.56 X 45mm "Timeline" 2007 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.thegunzone.com [Source type: Academic]

 ^ The M4 carbine scored “significantly worse” than the rest of the field with 882 stoppages.

 [9][10]
.The SCAR was one of the weapons displayed to U.S. Army officials during an invitation-only Industry Day on November 13, 2008. The goal of the Industry Day was to review current carbine technology for any situation prior to writing formal requirements for a future replacement for the M4 Carbine.^ This weapon, known as the SCAR, is intended to replace the operators’ current favorite, the M4A1 carbine.

 ^ The current frontrunner in the XM/M program, to replace our current issue assault rifle, is the HK XM-8 Again, it is a modular system, designed to be convertible between basic assault rifle, assault carbine, battle rifle, marksmans rifle, an almost SMG, and squad automatic weapon configurations.

 ^ Each weapon was fired for 60,000 rounds in an “extreme dust environment.” The purpose of the shootoff was for assessing future needs, not to select a replacement for the M4.

 [11][12]

Enhanced Grenade Launcher Module

The FN40GL, or Mk 13 Mod 0
.Introduced in 2004 as an addition, the Enhanced Grenade Launcher Module (EGLM), officially referred to as the FN40GL, or Mk 13 Mod 0, is a 40 mm grenade launcher based on the 'GL1' designed for the F2000.^ The MK13 MOD 0 Enhanced Grenade Launcher Module is a 40mm grenade launcher designed by FN for the SCAR weapon system.
  • Star Fn Scar-l With Grenade Launcher Review And Take-down - Airsoft Forum 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.airsoftforum.com [Source type: General]

 ^ Next up is the EGLM (Enhanced Grenade Launcher Module, AKA Mk 13 Mod 0).
  • [High Tech] FN SCAR questions - Steve Jackson Games Forums 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC forums.sjgames.com [Source type: General]

 ^ Both can accommodate a 40 mm enhanced grenade launcher module with programmable fire control.

 .The FN40GL is marketed in both an L and H model, for fitting the appropriate SCAR variant.^ In view of these experiences, we do think the application of a human in vitro trabeculectomy model is an appropriate approach to study conjunctival scarring after trabeculectomy.
  • Potential Role of Tissue Transglutaminase in Glaucoma Filtering Surgery -- Priglinger et al. 47 (9): 3835 -- Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.iovs.org [Source type: Academic]

 ^ The SCAR-L chambers the standard US military 5.56x45mm cartridge, while the slightly larger SCAR-H chambers the 7.62x51mm NATO. Both models incorporate a quick-change barrel system.
  • TacticalGunFan.com - Testing The FNH-USA SCAR 16S Out To 500 Yards 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.tacticalgunfan.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 [13]. .The EGLM system features a double action trigger and a swing out chamber.^ The trigger action was smooth and consistent on double- or single-action.
  • FN Herstal FNP-45 Duty Pistol - Article - POLICE Magazine 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.policemag.com [Source type: General]

 ^ Trigger pull for the double action was around 11 pounds, while the single action broke cleanly at six pounds.
  • FN Herstal FNP-45 Duty Pistol - Article - POLICE Magazine 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.policemag.com [Source type: General]

 .These offer two advantages over the M203 system, the former meaning the launcher does not need to be re-cocked if the grenade does not fire, and the latter meaning longer grenades can be used.^ The latter is intended for use in the M203 Grenade Launcher.
  • The Gun Zone -- A 5.56 X 45mm "Timeline" 2007 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.thegunzone.com [Source type: Academic]

 ^ The launcher is actually heavier than the M203, but does offer some advantages.
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 ^ The EGLM addition is a 40mm grenade launcher with a ballistic and target ranging solution for improved fire control and side opening breech to accelerate loading longer munitions.
  • FN SCAR | Guns Lot 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.gunslot.com [Source type: General]

IAR variant

.In 2008, a variant of the FN SCAR was one of four finalist rifles for the Infantry Automatic Rifle (IAR) competition.^ FN's SCAR is one of the first true 21st century rifles.
  • FN Herstal FNP-45 Duty Pistol - Article - POLICE Magazine 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.policemag.com [Source type: General]

 ^ Introducing the FN SCAR Rifle machinegune ^ .
  • Introducing the FN SCAR Rifle 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.freerepublic.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ So, is the Infantry Automatic Rifle (IAR) a good idea?
  • U.S. Marine Corps Selects Heckler & Koch Infantry Automatic Rifle (HK IAR) Candidate as Replacement for FN M249 SAW/LMG 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.defensereview.com [Source type: General]

 .The IAR is a United States Marine Corps requirement for a lightweight automatic rifle for squad automatic rifle use.^ Those Marines just never got over the automatic rifle concept.
  • U.S. Marine Corps Selects Heckler & Koch Infantry Automatic Rifle (HK IAR) Candidate as Replacement for FN M249 SAW/LMG 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.defensereview.com [Source type: General]

 ^ Ashburn, VA received 5-year indefinite-delivery/ indefinite-quantity contract with possible delivery orders up to $23.6 million for the production, delivery, and associated support of the Marine Corps’ Infantry Automatic Rifle (IAR).

 ^ The ninth priority item is the Automatic Rifle, a replacement for the M249 in the infantry squad.
  • The Gun Zone -- A 5.56 X 45mm "Timeline" 2004 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.thegunzone.com [Source type: Academic]

 [14] .The FN entrant is different from existing SCAR versions in that it combines closed bolt operation (fires from bolt forward / chambered cartridge) with open bolt operation (fires from bolt to the rear, no chambered cartridge), switching automatically from closed to open bolt as the weapon's barrel heats up during firing.^ They do (The FN Scar L) but there are different versions of the gun.
  • Official Gun porn discussion - Page 3 - Electronic Arts UK Community 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC forums.electronicarts.co.uk [Source type: General]

 ^ First, the gun had to fire from either the open or closed bolt position.

 ^ Moreover, the FN SCAR has many versions.
  • Modular Special Forces weapon one step closer to deployment | Military Tech - CNET News 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC news.cnet.com [Source type: General]

 .There have been previous firearms with mixed open/closed bolt operation, but the automatic temperature-based operating mode switch is an innovation.^ First, the gun had to fire from either the open or closed bolt position.

 ^ Chambered in the high velocity 5.7x28mm cartridge, the PS90 utilizes straight blowback operation and fires from a closed bolt for greater accuracy and reliability.
  • Ozark Guns, Rifles 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.ozarkguns.com [Source type: FILTERED WITH BAYES]

 ^ FN USA’s IAR entry is interesting, in that it retains the accuracy and performance of closed-bolt firing until the barrel reaches a certain temperature, whereupon it automatically switches to safer open-bolt firing.

 .The IAR competition is expected to result in US Marine Corps procurement of up to 6,500 automatic rifles over five years.^ The SCAR is the first major totally new assault rifle system to be developed and issued in quantity by the US military in 40 years.
  • Reviews - CA SCAR-Light : Airsoft Extreme, The premier American retailer of replica toy airsoft guns. 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.airsoftextreme.com [Source type: General]

 ^ USA: FN HERSTAL AWARDED CONTRACT FOR PRODUCTION, DELIVERY. Newspaper article from: IPR Strategic Business Information Database; 12/21/2008; 564 words ; FN Herstal , S.A., Herstal , Belgium, is being awarded a five year indefinite delivery, indefinite...contractors may be awarded delivery orders for up to 6,500 IARs.FN Herstal 's production facility is in Herstal , Belgium.Delivery of contract...
  • Herstal Facts, information, pictures | Encyclopedia.com articles about Herstal 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.encyclopedia.com [Source type: Academic]

 ^ Those Marines just never got over the automatic rifle concept.
  • U.S. Marine Corps Selects Heckler & Koch Infantry Automatic Rifle (HK IAR) Candidate as Replacement for FN M249 SAW/LMG 24 January 2010 19:33 UTC www.defensereview.com [Source type: General]

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Purchase

On January 23, 2004, US SOCOM issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for solicitation USZA22-04-R-0001. The following amounts were projected for procurement:[2]
Item/Configuration Engineering Test Units Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) Production
SCAR-L
Standard 12 250 83,738
CQC 6 80 27,914
Sniper Variant (SV) 1 10 11,989
SCAR-H
Standard 1 68 14,931
CQC 0 10 6,990
Sniper Variant (SV) 0 10 11,990
Standard (7.62x51mm) 0 68 2,932

References

Notes
  1. ^ [1]
  2. ^ FN HERSTAL ANNOUNCES SCAR AS OPERATIONALLY SUITABLE, OPERATIONALLY EFFECTIVE – APPROVED FOR COMBAT USE, May 12, 2009, accessed Sept 4, 2009
  3. ^ Humphries, Michael. FN's SCAR: A Cut Above, American Rifleman, July 2009.
  4. ^ Defense Tech: Meet the SCAR
  5. ^ 75th Rangers will take SCAR to War, Matthew Cox, Army Times, May 12, 2009
  6. ^ Civilian-Legal FN SCAR 16S Delivered at End of 2008, All Gone
  7. ^ FNUSA.com SCAR Semi-auto
  8. ^ Army Agrees to M4 Sand Test Shoot-Off
  9. ^ Defense Tech: ...And Here's the Rest of the M4 Story
  10. ^ Newer carbines outperform M4 in dust test - Army News, opinions, editorials, news from Iraq, photos, reports - Army Times
  11. ^ http://www.armytimes.com/news/2008/11/army_carbineday_112308w/
  12. ^ http://www.militarytimes.com/multimedia/photo/replacing_the_m4/
  13. ^ FNHerstal.com Grenade Launchers
  14. ^ FN Herstal Announces FN IAR Award, accessed February 5, 2009
  15. ^ United States Navy press release regarding Contract #3928

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