Browning BAR

Browning BAR

Infobox Weapon
name= Browning BAR


caption=
origin= flagcountry|Belgium
type= Semi-automatic rifle
is_ranged= yes
designer=
design_date=
manufacturer= Browning Arms Company
unit_cost=
production_date=
number=
variants=
spec_label= Current production BAR [http://www.browning.com/products/catalog/firearms/category.asp?value=002B Browning Catalog: BAR rifles] ]
weight= lb to kg| 6|abbr=on|precision=1|wiki=yes to lb to kg| 8|abbr=on|precision=1|wiki=no
length= in to mm| 41|abbr=on|precision=0|wiki=yes to in to mm| 45|abbr=on|precision=0|wiki=no
part_length= in to mm| 20|abbr=on|precision=0|wiki=yes to in to mm| 24|abbr=on|precision=0|wiki=no
cartridge= Short and long-action cartridges [Numerous cartridges have been offered over the years. See Browning web site for current chamberings.]
action= Gas-operated, rotating bolt,
rate= Semi-automatic
feed= Detachable box magazine
sights= Open sights (depending on model) and optional scope base

The BAR is a gas-operated, semi-automatic rifle produced by the Browning Arms Company first in Belgium and later in Japan. The rifle loads from a box magazine detachable from a hinged floor plate [Citation
last = Taffin
first = John
title = The Gentleman’s Sporting Auto
journal = GUNS magazine
date = October 2006
year = 2006
url = http://www.gunsmagazine.com/F10.html
] . This rifle should not be confused with the M1918 military rifle which is a completely different design though also referred to as the BAR. Browning introduced a redesigned BAR in 2004 [Citation
last = Hoots
first = Lee J.
title = Deer Rifles Abound
journal = Guns & Ammo
date =
year =
url = http://www.gunsandammomag.com/long_guns/deer100404/
] .

Variants

There are several different models of the Browning BAR; Safari, Long- and ShortTrac and Lightweight Stalker. Both LongTrac and ShortTrac versions are available in a Mossy Oak takedown, basic and Stalker variant.

The Safari model is the most luxurious model in the BAR-line, with an engraved steel receiver and more luxurious walnut stockCitation
last = Hawks
first = Chuck
title = The Browning BAR Mark II Rifle
date =
year =
url = http://www.chuckhawks.com/bar.htm
accessdate = 2008-02-23
] . The barrel is 22, 23 or 24 inches long depending on the calibre. The Safari is the only model with the Browning BOSS (Ballistic Optimizing Shooting System). The system reduces recoil and should enhance accuracy with an adjustable muzzle brake and -weight.

The Lightweight Stalker model has no engraving, and an aluminum-alloy receiver. The stock is matte black synthetic instead of a walnut stock. The stalker is the only model to feature iron sights. The barrel is 20, 22, 23 or 24 inches long.

LongTrac and ShortTrac models (Long or Short depending on the length of the action) feature an aluminum-alloy receiver without engraving, a plastic trigger guard and floorplate, and more stylised stock. The basic version has a walnut stock, the stalker version has a matte-black finish and a black composite stock. The Mossy Oak version has a composite stock and the entire rifle is painted in camouflage colors. Depending on variant and calibre, the barrel is 22, 23 or 24 inches.

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