Armalite AR-30A1 Standard version

Muzzle brake threads on the end of the barrels employ threads that are standard for the sound suppressor industry (5/8 x 24 for the 300 Win Mag and 3/4 x 24 for the 338 Lapua). So, many sound suppressors can be screwed directly onto the barrel without the need for an adaptor. A tough, through-hardened receiver means reduced wear and increased smoothness. 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 because it directly blocks the firing pin itself. The metal cheekpiece is very durable and the elastomeric cheekpiece pad provides a comfortable shooter interface in all weather conditions. The cheekpiece supports contain integral cleaning rod guides that prevent damage to the bore due to inadequate cleaning rod control. Multiple sling installation locations allow simultaneous use of a sling and a bipod. And the rear sling swivel can be moved to either the left or right side. To provide very compact transportation, the entire buttstock assembly can be quickly and easily removed with only one allen wrench. The standard and target buttstocks are interchangeable on any receiver with use of only one allen wrench. Military grade anodizing and phosphating finishes enhance durability and corrosion resistance. Much evaluation went into the ergonomics of the AR-30A1. The cheekpiece is at thoptimum height for viewing through a telescopic sight by most shooters. And the buttstock, although not adjustable, is ergonomically correct for most shooters. The included 20 minute angled top rail on the receiver allows zeroing at the extendedrange provided by the .338 Lapua. (A 10 minute rail is also available as an accessory.) The competition grade barrel and our patented V-block receiver bedding system are keys to the AR-30A1’s minute of angle accuracy. ArmaLite’s patented V-Block Bedding Wedge and V-Block Stock assure absolute strength and repeatability for superb accuracy. The aluminum stock reinforces the receiver like a bench-rest sleeve. The magazine of any mag-fed firearm is critical to reliable feeding. The AR-30’s magazine underwent extensive development testing to assure reliability of feeding. It is made of steel, not polymer or aluminum, to provide years of heavy duty service. The single stack design of the AR-30A1 magazine minimizes the material removed from the receiver for the mag well. This significantly contributes to the strength and stiffness of the AR-30A1 receiver. The deep magazine well under the receiver makes magazine insertion fast and easy, whileholding the magazine in exactly the correct position for reliable feeding. An ambidextrous magazine catch is centrally located so that the shooter can release the magazine and catch it with the same hand. Reloading is fast, and the expended magazine won’t be dropped to be lost, damaged or muddied. The rifle balances just in front of the magazine well. So, the rifle can be easily and comfortably carried near the rifle’s balance point with only one hand, freeing the other hand for other critical activities. The powerful ejection system and generous ejection port eject even loaded .338 Lapuacartridges rapidly and reliably. The large ejection port also makes single loading of cartridges through it easy and fast. The ergonomically improved bolt handle design and “competition grade” dimensions and tolerances in the receiver allow lightning-fast, butter-smooth reloading. The buttstock can be removed with one allen wrench for compact transportation or storage. In confined areas, military and LE users can employ the AR-30A1 in a “pistol configuration” without its buttstock.