The Barrett M107A1 is a recoil operated, semi-automatic .50 BMG rifle. The M107A1 utilizes state of the art design, manufacturing, and materials. Every component of the rifle has been engineered to be lighter and stronger than its predecessors. In addition to a 4-pound weight reduction, the M107A1 is optimized for use with a sound suppressor, providing a much-needed signature reduction capability to the warfighter. Lighter, stronger, more accurate, and more capable; the M107A1 has truly been engineered for action.
There are few rifles as easily recognizable as the Barrett M107A1. Originally developed in the 1980s as the first semi-automatic rifle that could handle the .50 BMG, the M107A1 went on to be used in both Desert Shield and Desert Storm.
In WWI, the .50 BMG was lauded for its ability to pierce armor. Its power inspired individuals such as Ronnie Barrett, who set out to develop a semi-automatic rifle that could handle the .50 BMG. Since 1982, these rifles have gone through many variations. The Barrett M107A1 represents years of refinement, creating a lighter rifle than its predecessors that still included an integral muzzle brake and was compatible with suppressors.
Now, this military-grade rifle delivers state of the art reliability to civilians. The M107A1 can be used with a sound suppressor to increase stealth, and is known for its manageable recoil for its large caliber size.
This rifle is built for action and brings high-end military sniper-level accuracy to the marketplace. It makes an excellent addition to a collection even for those who may not need its full power.
Let’s look at some of its features.
Standard Features
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The M107A1 is a short recoil, semi-automatic rifle. When fired, the barrel recoils back into the receiver of the gun which helps mitigate recoil. This backwards motion transfers the excess energy through the bolt to unlock the chamber. Once the barrel stops moving from the effects of the buffer spring, muzzle brake and accelerator arm, the bolt itself continues on, ejecting the shell casing. The bolt then returns to its normal position, chambering the next round, recocking the striker, and locking the action.
Because of the amount of energy .50 BMG puts out, the M107A1 needs a lot of mass to be able to safely resist the pressure and recoil of firing. This makes the gun roughly 5 pounds heavier than an M60 machine gun or just under the weight of four M16A2’s with underslung grenade launchers. To help compensate for this weight, the M107A1 features a quick detachable bipod on the front of the gun and a detachable monopod in the gun’s rear handle.
A MIL-STD-1913 rail runs on top of the gun, allowing you to mount optics for more precise shots. One of the military issued magnified optics for this gun is the Leupold /4.5-14×50 Mark 4. This was added for use as a sniper rifle.To aid in this role the M107A1 is also compatible with the Barrett QDL Suppressor, which helps to obscure the sniper’s location.
The M107A1 also features a 10-round detachable box magazine that features cartridge witness indicators.
Features
- Cylindrical muzzle brake that accepts Barrett QDL Supressor
- Monopod for added stability
- 10 Round Magazine with witness indicators
- Lightweight, detachable bipod
- Anti-corrosive coating
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