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LWRC REPR

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LWRC REPR
LWRCI R.E.P.R in Taiwanese service
TypeSemi-automatic rifle
Place of originUnited States
Production history
Designed2010
ManufacturerLWRC International
Unit cost$4,233.00
Specifications
Mass10.4 lb (4.7 kg)
Length41.25 in (104.8 cm)

Cartridge7.62x51mm NATO
6.5mm Creedmoor
Barrels20 in (51 cm)
ActionShort stroke gas piston
SightsIron sights

LWRC REPR (Rapid Engagement Precision Rifle) is a semi-automatic rifle manufactured by LWRC International. It is chambered in either 7.62×51mm NATO or 6.5mm Creedmoor.

Design details

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The rifle is built on the AR-10 platform which takes a 7.62 mm cartridge.[1] The rifle has a Geissele trigger, and Magpul Industries components. It also has a proprietary 4 port Muzzle brake. It has ambidextrous controls The barrel is cold hammer forged, Black Nitride treated, and has. 1:10 twist. The gun can be fitted with a 20", 16", or 12" barrel.[2] The barrel is carbon fiber-wrapped. The gun has a full-length Picatinny rail.[3]

Operation

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The gun operates with a short Stroke piston.[2] It weighs 13 pounds when loaded with ammunition. The gun's purpose is for hunting, long-range shooting competition and law enforcement.[3] The gun is equipped with a 20-round magazine.[4]

Users

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ Wood, Keith (31 January 2018). "Range Review: LWRCI R.E.P.R. MkII Rifle". Shooting Illustrated. Archived from the original on 1 January 2022. Retrieved 1 January 2022.
  2. ^ a b "REPR MKII 7.62 NATO". LWRCI. LWRCI. Archived from the original on 1 January 2022. Retrieved 1 January 2022.
  3. ^ a b Bahde, Dave (12 December 2018). "GUN TEST: Return of the LWRC International REPR MKII". Athlon Outdoors. Archived from the original on 1 January 2022. Retrieved 1 January 2022.
  4. ^ Sweeney, Patrick (10 August 2011). "Review: LWRC REPR". Outdoor Sportsman Group. Rifle Shooter. Archived from the original on 1 January 2022. Retrieved 1 January 2022.