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Posted: 2/2/2006 11:33:20 PM EDT

[#1]

Note to self: need more Beta C mags

Posted: 2/4/2006 10:33:06 PM EDT

[#2]

I got the February/March issue of On Target magazine today and it has a small article about the 6.8 MRP.
It says they are doing final testing and will be taking orders at the SHOT Show.

Posted: 2/4/2006 10:37:39 PM EDT

[#3]

Quoted:
I got the February/March issue of On Target magazine today and it has a small article about the 6.8 MRP.
It says they are doing final testing and will be taking orders at the SHOT Show.

Damn, it is going to be an expensive month... Any thoughts on which length barrel to get with a 6.8? I'm thinking 16" so no SBR issues...

Spooky

Posted: 2/5/2006 12:36:28 AM EDT

[#4]

Quoted:
Quoted:
I got the February/March issue of On Target magazine today and it has a small article about the 6.8 MRP.
It says they are doing final testing and will be taking orders at the SHOT Show.

Damn, it is going to be an expensive month... Any thoughts on which length barrel to get with a 6.8? I'm thinking 16" so no SBR issues...

Spooky

Yes, a 16" for sure, at least that's what I'm thinking.

Posted: 2/5/2006 7:28:14 AM EDT

[#5]

14.5" SS would be my choice....But not likely available

Posted: 2/5/2006 9:42:33 AM EDT

[#6]

This is my baby.
I hate to see her go but the time has come.
I hope to find her a good home soon. I am sure someone in the EE will find her before I take her to Louisville.

Posted: 2/5/2006 10:18:13 AM EDT

[#7]

You're selling it?

Posted: 2/5/2006 11:03:32 AM EDT

[#8]

Quoted:
Quoted:
I got the February/March issue of On Target magazine today and it has a small article about the 6.8 MRP.
It says they are doing final testing and will be taking orders at the SHOT Show.

Damn, it is going to be an expensive month... Any thoughts on which length barrel to get with a 6.8? I'm thinking 16" so no SBR issues...

Spooky

Yes, since the "rumor" is out in the open, LMT is introducing a 6.8" MRP at Shot. The package I am bringing in is a CQB combo package consisting of 1 16" 5.56 setup as well as a 6.8" 16" barrel, bolt and magazine.

Posted: 2/5/2006 5:44:23 PM EDT

[#9]

I've been out of the AR scene for a while now.... but what kind of stocks are on these rifles? They look similar to a typical CAR stock, but also quite a bit unique.

Can anyone post up a link for me?

Thanks!

*** NEVERMIND! I'm a tool..... did a search and found it's the LMT SOPMOD!

Posted: 2/5/2006 5:48:13 PM EDT

[#10]

Yep, seems to be the prefered stock for LMT MRP owners

Posted: 2/5/2006 8:25:22 PM EDT

[#11]

I'm going to let you guys beta test the SS barrels and tell me which one is most accurate - my 18" SS 5.56 is not doing as well as I would hope (I'm probably the one at fault!). I'll probably start with a 16" chromelined. Does anyone have much experience with 16" barreled 6.8s? Are they louder than a 16" 5.56?

Spooky

Posted: 2/6/2006 10:21:58 PM EDT

[#12]

From WES at MSTN in another thread:

SINCE I DID NOT HAVE TO SIGN ANY NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENTS ON THESE:

1. 6.8 SPC AMMO FROM HORNADY. THE 110 GRAIN VMAX BULLET SITTING ATOP THE 6.8 SPC CASE LOOKS ABSOLUTELY SINISTER. LOOK OUT, REMINGTON ...

2. LEWIS MACHINE AND TOOL MRP'S IN 6.8 SPC (CHROME LINED BARRELS), PLUS EXTRA BARRELS AND BOLT CARRIER GROUPS FOR THOSE WHO ALREADY HAVE MRP'S. YES, YOU CAN EMAIL ME TO GET ON THE LIST. YES, PCURTIS, YOU GET YOURS FIRST. FINALLY ... I'M GLAD I HAVE A GOOD STASH OF PRI 6.8 SPC MAGS IN STOCK.

3. COLT GAS PISTON 5.56MM CARBINE WITH MONOLITHIC UPPER. CAN YOU SPELL "SCAR"?

YEP, THERE WILL BE LOTS MORE "SIERRA HOTEL" GEAR I CAN'T TALK ABOUT. SEE YOU THERE.

WES GRANT
M.S.T.N.

Can't wait for my 6.8 barrel and bolt!

Spooky

Posted: 2/6/2006 11:53:45 PM EDT

[#13]

I was really hoping for a piston upgrade.

Well if it happens, will somebody let me know. (IM me)

Thanks,

Funtogun

Posted: 2/7/2006 7:25:24 AM EDT

[#14]

Quoted:
From WES at MSTN in another thread:

SINCE I DID NOT HAVE TO SIGN ANY NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENTS ON THESE:

1. 6.8 SPC AMMO FROM HORNADY. THE 110 GRAIN VMAX BULLET SITTING ATOP THE 6.8 SPC CASE LOOKS ABSOLUTELY SINISTER. LOOK OUT, REMINGTON ...

2. LEWIS MACHINE AND TOOL MRP'S IN 6.8 SPC (CHROME LINED BARRELS), PLUS EXTRA BARRELS AND BOLT CARRIER GROUPS FOR THOSE WHO ALREADY HAVE MRP'S. YES, YOU CAN EMAIL ME TO GET ON THE LIST. YES, PCURTIS, YOU GET YOURS FIRST. FINALLY ... I'M GLAD I HAVE A GOOD STASH OF PRI 6.8 SPC MAGS IN STOCK.

3. COLT GAS PISTON 5.56MM CARBINE WITH MONOLITHIC UPPER. CAN YOU SPELL "SCAR"?

YEP, THERE WILL BE LOTS MORE "SIERRA HOTEL" GEAR I CAN'T TALK ABOUT. SEE YOU THERE.

WES GRANT
M.S.T.N.

#3 may be the only thing upcoming that would cause me to consider selling my MRP.

Posted: 2/7/2006 3:33:40 PM EDT

[#15]

Let's hope Colt doesn't take a page from HK's civililan sales book and refuse to sell to us

Posted: 2/12/2006 9:02:44 PM EDT

[#16]

What's the "inside diameter" of the MRP (rail)?

Posted: 2/14/2006 9:53:07 AM EDT

[#17]

My dealer just recieved a call back from LMT regarding the 6.8SPC barrels for the MRP.The rep from LMT stated that the barrels will be available ONLY as a MRP CQB kit, which includes a MRP upper, 223 barrel, 223 bolt, 6.8 barrel,6.8 bolt and one 6.8 mag.She also stated that she didn't know if or when the 6.8 barrel will be available alone.Has anyone heard anything from LMT ?

Posted: 2/14/2006 11:27:54 AM EDT

[#18]

Quoted:
My dealer just recieved a call back from LMT regarding the 6.8SPC barrels for the MRP.The rep from LMT stated that the barrels will be available ONLY as a MRP CQB kit, which includes a MRP upper, 223 barrel, 223 bolt, 6.8 barrel,6.8 bolt and one 6.8 mag.She also stated that she didn't know if or when the 6.8 barrel will be available alone.Has anyone heard anything from LMT ?

M.S.T.N. ORDERED A LARGE NUMBER OF MRP 6.8 SPC BARRELS, BOLT CARRIER GROUPS, BOLTS, ETC., JUST PRIOR TO THE SHOT SHOW. YOUR STATEMENT TO THE CONTRARY SIMPLY DID NOT SOUND LIKE THE OPPORTUNISTIC APPROACH THAT LMT WOULD ADOPT. YET, YOUR POST CAUSED ME CONCERN, SO I CONTACTED LMT.

I AM GLAD TO STATE THAT YOUR DEALER IS INCORRECT. THE 6.8 SPC BARRELS, BOLT CARRIER GROUPS, AND BOLTS WILL BE SOLD SEPARATELY.

ALL OF THIS HAVING BEEN SAID, WE'RE STILL LOOKING AT A 16 - 20 WEEK E.T.A., ACCORDING TO LMT.

WES GRANT
M.S.T.N.

Posted: 2/14/2006 9:14:47 PM EDT

[#19]

Quoted:
Quoted:
My dealer just recieved a call back from LMT regarding the 6.8SPC barrels for the MRP.The rep from LMT stated that the barrels will be available ONLY as a MRP CQB kit, which includes a MRP upper, 223 barrel, 223 bolt, 6.8 barrel,6.8 bolt and one 6.8 mag.She also stated that she didn't know if or when the 6.8 barrel will be available alone.Has anyone heard anything from LMT ?

M.S.T.N. ORDERED A LARGE NUMBER OF MRP 6.8 SPC BARRELS, BOLT CARRIER GROUPS, BOLTS, ETC., JUST PRIOR TO THE SHOT SHOW. YOUR STATEMENT TO THE CONTRARY SIMPLY DID NOT SOUND LIKE THE OPPORTUNISTIC APPROACH THAT LMT WOULD ADOPT. YET, YOUR POST CAUSED ME CONCERN, SO I CONTACTED LMT.

I AM GLAD TO STATE THAT YOUR DEALER IS INCORRECT. THE 6.8 SPC BARRELS, BOLT CARRIER GROUPS, AND BOLTS WILL BE SOLD SEPARATELY.

ALL OF THIS HAVING BEEN SAID, WE'RE STILL LOOKING AT A 16 - 20 WEEK E.T.A., ACCORDING TO LMT.

WES GRANT
M.S.T.N.

So I have 4 or 5 months to save the money? Sounds like that will work out just perfect!!! WES I already asked to be added to the list! Don't forget me!

Also, SMGLee said LMT was going to put out a .204 Ruger barrel for the MRP - did anyone else hear this?

Spooky

Posted: 2/15/2006 11:55:22 AM EDT

[#20]

I have a LMT MRP CQB coming in a few days.What tools do I need to swap barells and check the torque on the bolts?

I saw some high speed T-wrench awhile back does anybody have any direct links or info?

What is the torque specs? 180lb?

Thanks in advance

Posted: 2/15/2006 12:50:19 PM EDT

[#21]

Quoted:
I have a LMT MRP CQB coming in a few days.What tools do I need to swap barells and check the torque on the bolts?

I saw some high speed T-wrench awhile back does anybody have any direct links or info?

What is the torque specs? 180lb?

Thanks in advance

Here is the wrench that I am probably going to get: LINK

I think that the LMT instructions say 140 Inch/Lbs, but I may be wrong.

Posted: 2/15/2006 1:57:44 PM EDT

[#22]

Quoted:
Quoted:
My dealer just recieved a call back from LMT regarding the 6.8SPC barrels for the MRP.The rep from LMT stated that the barrels will be available ONLY as a MRP CQB kit, which includes a MRP upper, 223 barrel, 223 bolt, 6.8 barrel,6.8 bolt and one 6.8 mag.She also stated that she didn't know if or when the 6.8 barrel will be available alone.Has anyone heard anything from LMT ?

M.S.T.N. ORDERED A LARGE NUMBER OF MRP 6.8 SPC BARRELS, BOLT CARRIER GROUPS, BOLTS, ETC., JUST PRIOR TO THE SHOT SHOW. YOUR STATEMENT TO THE CONTRARY SIMPLY DID NOT SOUND LIKE THE OPPORTUNISTIC APPROACH THAT LMT WOULD ADOPT. YET, YOUR POST CAUSED ME CONCERN, SO I CONTACTED LMT.

I AM GLAD TO STATE THAT YOUR DEALER IS INCORRECT. THE 6.8 SPC BARRELS, BOLT CARRIER GROUPS, AND BOLTS WILL BE SOLD SEPARATELY.

ALL OF THIS HAVING BEEN SAID, WE'RE STILL LOOKING AT A 16 - 20 WEEK E.T.A., ACCORDING TO LMT.

WES GRANT
M.S.T.N.

LMT rep called back and corrected herself.All is well.

Thanks WES

Posted: 2/15/2006 2:18:59 PM EDT

[#23]

I ordered a 6,8 barrel and B.C. group only direct at the Shot Show with 16-20 week out time as well. They did tell me ONLY 16" barrels at this time with no info on the 14.5".

Wes Grant stated it best, "If you need more than a 14.5" 6.8, call in a JDAM!!!" Absolutely hilarious but true!

Posted: 2/15/2006 2:57:41 PM EDT

[#24]

Quoted:
I ordered a 6,8 barrel and B.C. group only direct at the Shot Show with 16-20 week out time as well. They did tell me ONLY 16" barrels at this time with no info on the 14.5". Wes Grant stated it best, "If you need more than a 14.5" 6.8, call in a JDAM!!!" Absolutely hilarious but true!

Hey Vic,
Did you get another 223 barrel?

Posted: 2/15/2006 7:24:50 PM EDT

[#25]

Yeppers....Going out this weekend to see how this one shoots!

Posted: 2/15/2006 8:42:36 PM EDT

[#26]

Quoted:
Quoted:
I have a LMT MRP CQB coming in a few days.What tools do I need to swap barells and check the torque on the bolts?
I saw some high speed T-wrench awhile back does anybody have any direct links or info?
What is the torque specs? 180lb?
Thanks in advance

Here is the wrench that I am probably going to get: LINK

I think that the LMT instructions say 140 Inch/Lbs, but I may be wrong.

That is the exact wrench I have and it works perfectly and quickly for barrel changes.
They are kind of expensive, however after using it a couple dozen times I had it checked and it was exactly on 140 inlbs.
I had talked to the manufacturer regarding calibration and they said considering the level of use it would see it was a non-issue and figured re-calibration would probably never be needed and only advised checking it periodically.

Posted: 2/15/2006 11:03:47 PM EDT

[#27]

LMT CONFIRMED THAT ALTHOUGH THEY HAVE BUILT AND TESTED OTHER THAN 16" 6.8 SPC BARREL, THE 16" IS ALL THEY PLAN TO OFFER INITIALLY.

THE PRICE WILL BE THE SAME $346 AS WITH THE 5.56MM CHROME LINED MRP BARRELS, TOO.

WES GRANT
M.S.T.N.

Posted: 2/16/2006 12:02:07 AM EDT

[#28]

Quoted:
Quoted:
Quoted:
I have a LMT MRP CQB coming in a few days.What tools do I need to swap barells and check the torque on the bolts?
I saw some high speed T-wrench awhile back does anybody have any direct links or info?
What is the torque specs? 180lb?
Thanks in advance

Here is the wrench that I am probably going to get: LINK

I think that the LMT instructions say 140 Inch/Lbs, but I may be wrong.

That is the exact wrench I have and it works perfectly and quickly for barrel changes.
They are kind of expensive, however after using it a couple dozen times I had it checked and it was exactly on 140 inlbs.
I had talked to the manufacturer regarding calibration and they said considering the level of use it would see it was a non-issue and figured re-calibration would probably never be needed and only advised checking it periodically.

www.pbase.com/edwin907/image/50171432/original.jpg

I may have seen you post something on here about the torque wrech before, I know it was on this site that I first saw it.

Alos, Nice setup! I hope to be ordering an MRP CQB pretty soon!

Posted: 2/17/2006 10:50:55 PM EDT

[#29]

I noticed that the holes in the rails are threaded... what kind of sling attachment would screw into the holes? They must be threaded for some reason.

Posted: 2/18/2006 5:58:05 PM EDT

[#30]

Latest addition in .223, finally....6.8 barrel coming!

Posted: 2/18/2006 8:00:47 PM EDT

[#31]

Just received my rifle length MRP from Wes at MSTN. Thanks Wes for the excellent service. I ordered the MRP on Monday, and I received it on Wednesday. Wow! I will be going to Wes for my future AR needs.

Posted: 2/18/2006 11:37:48 PM EDT

[#32]

Quoted:
I noticed that the holes in the rails are threaded... what kind of sling attachment would screw into the holes? They must be threaded for some reason.

IIRC, the threads are for the machining process.

Posted: 2/20/2006 7:28:49 PM EDT

[#33]

I just did my first barrel swap with the MRP platform. Way cool. Almost too easy!

Posted: 2/22/2006 2:01:49 PM EDT

[#34]

Quoted:
I just did my first barrel swap with the MRP platform. Way cool. Almost too easy!

With the Seekonk wrench it is too easy, just pick up the wrench, no torque to set (most torque wrenches I have had require you to reset them to the minimum for storage), no T-30 torx to find (just leave it on the wrench), spin the front bolt out, turn rear bolt out 3-4 complete turns, remove & replace barrel, replace and tighten front bolt and then tighten rear.

Posted: 2/25/2006 7:57:40 PM EDT

[#35]

PVS-14 with this setup with the DBAL-A (Sqaured) Vortex not yet on...FYI I NEVER shoot at night without a Vortex installed. Don't leave home without it!!

Posted: 2/26/2006 7:39:02 PM EDT

[#36]

Here's a few pictures from today.

Posted: 2/26/2006 8:33:42 PM EDT

[#37]

Nice pics

Posted: 3/1/2006 11:44:17 AM EDT

[#38]

Well I just got my MRP CQB mated to my new LMT Lower!Wow, I am really impressed with LMT's products once again.I will get some pics once I get VFG and Eotech mounted.And make it to the range for a thourough "break-in".

I also scored a Seeknok 300 lb. in. toruque wrench (new) off of ebay for $12.

Posted: 3/12/2006 8:50:27 PM EDT

[#39]

Finaly got it put together.Just waiting for a set of Troy BUIS

Posted: 3/19/2006 7:13:51 PM EDT

[#40]

A new 740 arrival to show off the LMT/MRP!

Posted: 3/21/2006 3:06:06 PM EDT

[#41]

Sooooo, whats the accuacy potential on a MRP is it better than the standard AR barrel mount setup? Will they or can they out shoot a SPR? I guess what I'm asking is are these or can they be the ulitmate "tack driver"?
Thanks

Posted: 3/22/2006 10:17:44 PM EDT

[#42]

Although my MRP will group under an inch with M262, the real benefit is the fact that I can swap out barrels in like 30 seconds, and change calibers in about 1 minute.

Posted: 4/1/2006 9:57:35 AM EDT

[#43]

Time for some new gun porn

Replaced VITAL2 with PEQ4, TA31F with S&B Short Dot

Posted: 4/1/2006 11:12:56 AM EDT

[#44]

Quoted:
Time for some new gun porn

Replaced VITAL2 with PEQ4, TA31F with S&B Short Dot

home.earthlink.net/~whitman/shortdot1.JPG

home.earthlink.net/~whitman/shortdot2.JPG

Sweet

'bout time you bought an S&B - what do you think of it?

Posted: 4/1/2006 11:27:25 AM EDT

[#45]

What do I think of it....

I like my ACOG better

The Short Dot is rather heavy/bulky and has a blue tint, I knew this while looking through one months ago, but I got a great deal on it so I had to buy it

The red dot doesn't seem to be visible until I turn it up to 6 and above, is that normal? I just assume from 0 to 5 are all NV settings

What I didn' t know though, was the ACOG 4x32 has a wider FOV.

Posted: 4/1/2006 1:40:28 PM EDT

[#46]

Quoted:
What I didn' t know though, was the ACOG 4x32 has a wider FOV.

Tell me about the IR laser.
Which model is this, PEQ-4?

Posted: 4/1/2006 2:01:01 PM EDT

[#47]

Quoted:

The red dot doesn't seem to be visible until I turn it up to 6 and above, is that normal? I just assume from 0 to 5 are all NV settings

Well, mine's the same way so I guess it's normal

Posted: 4/1/2006 2:04:38 PM EDT

[#48]

I believe it's an AN/PEQ-2a, now I can throw an IR dot all the way out to the ocean and still see it

Posted: 4/1/2006 3:22:07 PM EDT

[#49]

Quoted:
Time for some new gun porn hty.gif

Replaced VITAL2 with PEQ4, TA31F with S&B Short Dot href=home.earthlink.net/~whitman/shortdot1.JPG

home.earthlink.net/~whitman/shortdot2.JPG

Would that be a 14.5" or 16" bbl? It's hard to get a perspective on these things.

Posted: 4/1/2006 4:34:31 PM EDT

[#50]

It's a 14.5" barrel, 16" barrels stick out a little more

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