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So why would this not be considered as strong or stronger than the original design? sounds like it was improved.
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The original BAR was designed from the get-go as a automatic rifle for use in combat.
The civilian BAR was designed as a hunting rifle. Big difference. Having a strong action doesn't mean a firearm will withstand the riggers of combat and/or heavy usage.
Firearms (semi-auto) designed for civilian usage (not based on a mil design) are usually out of their element when used in a combat like setting.
The parts are usually tiny and complex and the guns are not designed for rapid field stripping. For instance the first model civilian BAR required the stock to be removed to be able to remove the bolt for cleaning. The recoil spring looks like it came from a M1 Carbine. The design and fit of the action rods/gas system require frequent tear down for cleaning/lube (depending on usage). The rifle will not tolerate dirt, sand, fouling that a battle-rifle would even notice.
I can put 1000K rounds through a couple of battle-rifles at one sitting like the FAL, Galil, or M14 and not give it a second thought. The typical civilian BAR will never see 1000K down it's bore in one or two lifetimes.