The M40a5 is a variant of the M40 family of rifles. Like the M40a3 it is based on the Remington 700 short action and is a 7.62mmx51mm bolt-action rifle. The M40a5 joined the M40a3 in service with the USMC in January 2009….M40a5 Specifications.
| weight: | 16.5 lbs |
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| magazine : | 5 round detachable box magazine |
What caliber is the M40A3?
7.62mmx51mm NATO
The M40A3 is based around the design of the Remington model 700. It features a heavy floating barrel and is typically used with 175 gr….M40A3 Specifications.
| weight: | 16.5 lbs |
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| action : | bolt-action |
| muzzle velocity : | 2,550 feet per second |
| range : | 1,000 meters |
| caliber : | 7.62mmx51mm NATO |
Where is Ga precision located?
Franklin, Wisconsin
GA Precision is based in Franklin, Wisconsin, USA.
Is the M40A5 still used?
The United States Marine Corps M40A5 Sniper Rifle served as the primary sniper rifle of the US Marines from 2009 through about 2015 when it began to be replaced by the M40A6.
Who makes Georgia precision?
Manufacturer of our action is Glen Harrison, Defiance Machine LLC. , Glen was the founder and former president/owner of Nesika Bay Precision before selling it to Dakota Arms.
What is the 6mm Creedmoor good for?
Since the two cartridges are virtual ballistic twins, they’re both suitable for hunting the same sort of game under the same conditions. Basically, hunters can take any game with the 6mm Creedmoor that they could with the . 243 Winchester like deer, pronghorn, and even elk in some cases.
What are the specs of the M40A5?
The most current spec. USMC Sniper Rifle. Officially adopted as M40A5 in Jan 09. 25 inch (24 inch from Recoil lug) USMC Spec. 1-12 twist, 6 groove, Stainless Schneider barrel 1.200 for 4-inch straight taper, contoured to .749″ for adapter
What is the reputation of GA precision?
They have an excellent reputation and build a large number of different rifles, everything from a hunting rifle to a M40A5 replica, and of course full custom built rifles. GA Precision made a huge news when they were able to secure the contract for the FBI HRT sniper rifles, which had to go through a very rigorous testing process.
What kind of ammo does the Ga precision rifles come with?
The rifle comes from GA Precision with a .5 MOA guarantee, which is common for high quality custom built rifles. For our testing we included our standard Federal Gold Medal Match 168gr load which is included on all rifle test and some Choice Ammunition 178gr SC Match and Hornady 168gr TAP.
What kind of barrel does GA precision use?
In this particular case, GA Precision uses a GAP #6 contour Bartline stainless steel barrel that stays at 1.2″ diameter for the first 3.5″ and then steps down in a Palma like profile.
