The M24 SWS was born out of a need to replace the aging M21 systems as is currently used by the US Army. By Staff Writer
The M24 SWS (Sniper Weapon System) is a principle sniper weapon of US Army. Developed to a US Army requirement to replace the aging M21 system (itself a stop-gap conversion of the M14 rifle), the M24 was designed to some specific requirements that included new construction techniques, overpowering range and a stainless steel barrel. Remington answered the call with their Model 700BDL trial model, which was later accepted over the competing Steyr SSG.
The M24 is chambered to fire the 7.62x51 NATO (.308 Winchester) caliber round from a 5 or 10-round internally-held magazine. The system utilizes a Remington bolt-action operation and promotes a 2,800 feet per second muzzle velocity. Construction of the M24 is such that the system is made ideal for rough handling and even rougher battlefield conditions.
The M24 SWS is traditionally fitted with the Leupold Ultra M3A 10x42 telescopic sight, which increases the range of the M24 to nearly 900 yards. The system is fitted with a removable bipod structure and a suppressor can be fitted to the stainless steel barrel, which itself is designed to an extended life status. The stock if of a Kevlar, fiberglass and graphite composite construction.
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1987
Designation:Remington M24 SWS (Sniper Weapon System) Classification Type:Sniper Rifle Manufacturer:Remington - USA Country of Origin: United States
Operators: United States
Variants
Model 700BDL - Remington Company Designation
M24 - Base Series Designation
AT1-M24 TR (Tactical Rifle) - Standardized Variant; improved M24 model.
AT1
AT1A
AT1M - Improved M24 Variant chambered for .300 Winchester Magnum round.
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