Posted: 11/26/2004 12:54:16 AM EDT
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I built an AR carbine that was supposed to be (not ultra lightweight) but relatively lightweight since the heavy rifle role is currently filled by an 18" FAL ( I can't see for shit and don't have any optics so 200 yards is probably the limit of my effective range) I had a friend who used to be a tank driver come over and handle it..he's not really into small arms and couldn't recall exactly what he trained with/was issued in 96 or 97 when he signed up He did remark immediately that my M4 profiled AR was substantially heavier than what he was issued when he as in the service. I wonder if he had a (true) M4 as a tanker? Is my 16" M4 profiled LMT upper, Bushie lower, M93A and Larue rail system heavier than a plain jane A2 style AR with plastic handguards? I have no means to actually weigh my rifle |
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I don't think it's heavy..in fact it's a featherweight next to the FAL... but my buddy commented on the extra heft immediately... I would think the LaRue would mean more than 1oz heavier than an M4 with plastic.... Were tank drivers issued A2s or M4s in 97 or thereabbouts? or something different? I can't believe my buddy doesn't know his weapon better having spent 4 years training... he couldn't even remember how to field strip (!) - er at least he didn't know how to field strip my AR in any case I think he is more familiar with the M60? Maybe M2? He had a picture of him holding that big boy (I think M60) over his head. Pretty impressive for a little guy. Wish I still had the pic, I'd post it eta: how does the weight on my setup compare to an A2 20" with plastic handguards... you'know, regular GI issue w/out bells and whistles BTW, I have flip up sights until I can get my hands on an ACOG (more weight) - I will also note mine's a flattop if that wasn't already clear |
Sure you do just step on the scales without your rifle note weight,then repeat with rifle ! Subtract B rom A and you have the aprox weight o your rifle! Bob 
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