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Steyr Aug

The Steyr AUG is an Austrian assault rifle introduced in 1977. It is designed on a bullpup principal which makes it 25% shorter than other rifles with similar barrel lengths without compromising ballistic performance. It comes factory equipped with a low amplitude optical sight/carrying handle. The AUG is generally regarded as a modern ergonomic design for a combat rifle and is well liked by the Austrian soldiers who carry it.

Statistics

  • Manufacturer: Steyr Daimler Puch (Austria)
  • Caliber: 5.56mm (.223")
  • Length: 31.6" (w/20" barrel)
  • Weight: 7.94 pounds (unloaded)
  • Operation: Gas-operated; short stroke piston
  • Muzzle Velocity: 3054 feet per second
  • Barrel: 1 in 9 Twist; chrome plated
  • Magazine Capacity: 42 rounds
  • Rate of fire: 850 rounds per minute



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