New AR30-A1 from Armalite in .300 WM and .338 Lapua Magnum
ArmaLite has just introduced its latest bolt-action rifle, the new AR-30A1. Armalite’s AR-30A1 is available in .300 Win Magnum (24″ barrel) and .338 Lapua Magnum (26″ barrel). Both the .300 WM and .338 LM are offered in two versions: Standard and Target. The Target versions feature an adjustable stock, plus an extended Picatinny rail running forward of the action.
On the surface, the AR-30A1 bears a family resemblance to its predecessor, the AR-30. But, the AR-30A1 actually shares few components from the AR-30: grip, buttpad, trigger, and a few small parts. All other components are new and/or improved. Armalite claims that the new AR30-A1 has better ergonomics, versatility, reliability, and ease of use.
Features of all versions of the new AR-30A1:
- Muzzle brake threads are suppressor industry standard (5/8 x 24 for the 300 WM and 3/4 x 24 for the 338 LM). Many suppressors can be attached without an adaptor.
- The bolt-mounted safety mechanism locks the firing pin to the rear. This design is stronger and more secure than a sear- or trigger-blocking safety.
- Cheek-piece supports contain integral cleaning rod guides to prevent bore damage.
- Multiple sling installation locations allow simultaneous use of a sling and a bipod. Rear sling swivel can be moved to either left or right side.
- The entire buttstock assembly can be quickly and easily removed with only one allen wrench. Standard and target buttstocks are interchangeable on any receiver.
- Steel single-stack magazines. Ambidextrous magazine release.
Features specific to the AR-30A1 Target version:
- Target rifles feature 18″-long, +20-MOA Picatinny rail over the receiver and barrel, plus rails on both sides of the forearm.
- The buttstock can be adjusted without tools for lengths of pull from 13.6″ to 15.6″. Buttpad adjusts for height and cheek-piece offers 1″ of vertical adjustment.
| Specifications — .300 WM Standard Caliber: .300 Winchester Magnum Barrel: 24″ Chrome Moly Rifling Twist: 1:10 Muzzle Device: Muzzle Brake Trigger: Single Stage Stock: Standard Fixed — nonadjustable Overall Length: 46.0″ Length of Pull: 13.5″ Weight: 12.8 LBS Accuracy: 1/4 to 3/4 MOA at 300 Yards Included: One 5-Round Mag, Detachable Sight Rail, Hard Case, Sling, Manual Price: $3,264.00 |
Specifications — .338 LM Target Caliber: .338 Lapua Magnum Barrel: 26″ Chrome Moly Rifling Twist: 1:10 Muzzle Device: Muzzle Brake Trigger: Single Stage Stock: Adjustable Cheek Piece (height) & Buttstock (length) Overall Length: 48.1″ – 50.1″ Length of Pull: 13.6″ – 15.6″ Weight: 15.3 LBS Accuracy: 1/4 to 3/4 MOA at 300 Yards Included: One 5-Round Mag, Detachable Sight and Accessory Rails, Hard Case, Sling, Manual Price: $3,599.00 |
