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Posted: 1/18/2016 11:16:48 AM EDT

Man that's a lot of acronyms.

https://lauraburgessmarketing.wordpress.com/2016/01/18/the-highly-anticipated-tavor-x95-from-iwi-us-launches-at-the-2016-shot-show/

Posted: 1/18/2016 11:32:33 AM EDT

[#1]

I wonder when it will release. I'll have to get this model for sure.

Posted: 1/18/2016 11:51:29 AM EDT

[#2]

want, but not $2000 worth of want.

Posted: 1/18/2016 12:02:52 PM EDT

[#3]

https://lauraburgessmarketing.wordpress.com/2016/01/18/the-highly-anticipated-tavor-x95-from-iwi-us-launches-at-the-2016-shot-show/

Posted: 1/18/2016 12:06:00 PM EDT

[#4]

the trigger guard is about 70% why I never bought the Tavor, with a better forgrip area and a normal pistol grip and trigger guard I'd be very interested but the price??

I can build 2 nice AR rifles for that??

I'd jump at $1,200.00

Posted: 1/18/2016 12:08:21 PM EDT

[#5]

Looks good, but I'll hold out for the factory SBR.

And guys, FYI MSRP on the regular Tavor SAR is already $1999, this price on the X95 is nothing new or higher. Street price will end up being similar to the Tavor SAR, about $1,500-$1,700.

Posted: 1/18/2016 12:09:24 PM EDT

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the trigger guard is about 70% why I never bought the Tavor, with a better forgrip area and a normal pistol grip and trigger guard I'd be very interested but the price??

I can build 2 nice AR rifles for that??

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You'll likely be able to replace trigger guard, same with tavor sar.

You can build two ARs, but you still wouldn't have an X95

Posted: 1/18/2016 12:15:52 PM EDT

[#7]

I've never seen a tavor under $1,800.00 in my neck of the woods and 1,749.00 on GB but all dealers charge more for transfers on guns they don't sell so back to $1,800.00

Posted: 1/18/2016 12:23:28 PM EDT

[#8]

All I can say is I am in!!! Hopefully they can get these out before Next year... Elections look scarier and scarier

Had to edit and post a pic for everyone pretty sexy boom stick

Posted: 1/18/2016 12:33:35 PM EDT

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You'll likely be able to replace trigger guard, same with tavor sar.

You can build two ARs, but you still wouldn't have an X95

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the trigger guard is about 70% why I never bought the Tavor, with a better forgrip area and a normal pistol grip and trigger guard I'd be very interested but the price??

I can build 2 nice AR rifles for that??

I'd jump at $1,200.00

You'll likely be able to replace trigger guard, same with tavor sar.

You can build two ARs, but you still wouldn't have an X95

The sar has a factory oem replaceable trigger guard? I never knew that, I thought it only had the long bar to the grip. Maybe I'll find a deal on a used sar from someone wanting upgrade??

Posted: 1/18/2016 12:54:03 PM EDT

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I've never seen a tavor under $1,800.00 in my neck of the woods and 1,749.00 on GB but all dealers charge more for transfers on guns they don't sell so back to $1,800.00

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LGS here is $1699 for base model and I was quoted a price of $1599 from a competing LGS.

Posted: 1/18/2016 1:33:59 PM EDT

[#11]

I'll buy one.

Posted: 1/18/2016 1:35:17 PM EDT

[#12]

If it actually looks like the picture on that site I will probably end up owning one, however, I have a feeling that the one on that site is actually the SBR version isn't it?

ETA: It looks like the pictured rifle may be the 16.5" 5.56mm version in which case I want it!!

Posted: 1/18/2016 1:35:36 PM EDT

[#13]

Great now I'm excited! This along with the mdr. If I can get one for the same price as my tavor $1535 (eventually) that would be sweet.

Posted: 1/18/2016 1:49:41 PM EDT

[#14]

I will buy the first one I see.

Posted: 1/18/2016 2:04:16 PM EDT

[#15]

The only reason I sold my Tavor was I hated the mag release, I WILL be ordering an X95 as soon as they are available.

Posted: 1/18/2016 2:41:05 PM EDT

[#16]

I prefer the looks of the TAR-21 "classic" model myself, but hey, more choices in the bullpup world is more betterer!

Posted: 1/18/2016 3:32:45 PM EDT

[#17]

I hope it is lighter and has the shorter LOP (the biggest drawbacks to the SAR). I'm hoping something can be done about that recoil pad. Looks fatter than the original X95.

And yeah. This is a perfect SBR candidate. Wonder if it's worth it to buy it now and form 1 before 41P

Posted: 1/18/2016 4:07:09 PM EDT

[#18]

So the photo looks like instead of having the regular SBR x95 body with just a longer barrel they made some changes... Looks like to keep it 26.1 OAL and 16.1 barrel length, they doubled the tri-rail handguard length and added a rubber butt pad about an inch thick... I'll wait and see but was really hoping for just an unmodified semi x95 factory SBR or just needing to chop the barrel.

Posted: 1/18/2016 4:09:54 PM EDT

[#19]

Will the Gieselle trigger work on the X95?

Posted: 1/18/2016 4:34:30 PM EDT

[#20]

IWI modified the original trigger pack on the Tavor to allow for commonality between models. My bet is the X95 uses the same Trigger pack as the latest Tavors.

Posted: 1/18/2016 5:16:07 PM EDT

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So the photo looks like instead of having the regular SBR x95 body with just a longer barrel they made some changes... Looks like to keep it 26.1 OAL and 16.1 barrel length, they doubled the tri-rail handguard length and added a rubber butt pad about an inch thick... I'll wait and see but was really hoping for just an unmodified semi x95 factory SBR or just needing to chop the barrel.

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I actually like it.

I imagine a butt pad is an easy enough swap, should you want to SBR it. Hopefully handguard options will follow. But as it stands, I like the picture better than what I have previously seen of the existing x95.

Posted: 1/18/2016 5:32:57 PM EDT

[#22]

Being 6' 6" tall I was hoping for a smaller version of the Tavor but still large enough that I could easily use it so this is a winner for me. Also, not having to SBR it makes it a HUGE win as I have enough SBR's as is.

Does anyone know the OAL of the X95 w/ a 16.5" barrel vs say an AR-15 w/ a 11.5" barrel?

Posted: 1/18/2016 5:36:39 PM EDT

[#23]

The 6933 is 28.3 inches with the stock collapsed. With a can mount and the stock out for use about 30".

Posted: 1/18/2016 5:49:41 PM EDT

[#24]

X95+300blk+SBR

Posted: 1/18/2016 6:05:53 PM EDT

[#25]

This is a seriously tempting gun if just for the mag release.

Posted: 1/18/2016 6:34:34 PM EDT

[#26]

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Being 6' 6" tall I was hoping for a smaller version of the Tavor but still large enough that I could easily use it so this is a winner for me. Also, not having to SBR it makes it a HUGE win as I have enough SBR's as is.

Does anyone know the OAL of the X95 w/ a 16.5" barrel vs say an AR-15 w/ a 11.5" barrel?

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I have a standard 16" Tavor rifle and a SBR AR-15 with a 12" barrel. When standing side by side, the Tavor is about a 1/2" shorter than my SBR with the AR stock all the way collapsed.. If the X95 is smaller, it would only be shorter than that.

Posted: 1/18/2016 6:45:41 PM EDT

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I have a standard 16" Tavor rifle and a SBR AR-15 with a 12" barrel. When standing side by side, the Tavor is about a 1/2" shorter than my SBR with the AR stock all the way collapsed.. If the X95 is smaller, it would only be shorter than that.

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Being 6' 6" tall I was hoping for a smaller version of the Tavor but still large enough that I could easily use it so this is a winner for me. Also, not having to SBR it makes it a HUGE win as I have enough SBR's as is.

Does anyone know the OAL of the X95 w/ a 16.5" barrel vs say an AR-15 w/ a 11.5" barrel?

I have a standard 16" Tavor rifle and a SBR AR-15 with a 12" barrel. When standing side by side, the Tavor is about a 1/2" shorter than my SBR with the AR stock all the way collapsed.. If the X95 is smaller, it would only be shorter than that.

Good to know. Thanks!

Basically, I just wanted to try out a bullpup but having it be the length of my SBR with a 16"+ barrel interests me. Someday I will own one

Posted: 1/18/2016 7:13:15 PM EDT

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I have a standard 16" Tavor rifle and a SBR AR-15 with a 12" barrel. When standing side by side, the Tavor is about a 1/2" shorter than my SBR with the AR stock all the way collapsed.. If the X95 is smaller, it would only be shorter than that.

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Being 6' 6" tall I was hoping for a smaller version of the Tavor but still large enough that I could easily use it so this is a winner for me. Also, not having to SBR it makes it a HUGE win as I have enough SBR's as is.

Does anyone know the OAL of the X95 w/ a 16.5" barrel vs say an AR-15 w/ a 11.5" barrel?

I have a standard 16" Tavor rifle and a SBR AR-15 with a 12" barrel. When standing side by side, the Tavor is about a 1/2" shorter than my SBR with the AR stock all the way collapsed.. If the X95 is smaller, it would only be shorter than that.

The X95 can't be any shorter than the 16.5" Tavor, without a stamp of course. The Tavor is already like 1/4" over the legal minimum of 26".

Posted: 1/18/2016 7:52:22 PM EDT

[#29]

Any info about the weight? After upgrading the trigger and bow, my only remaining complaint about my Tavor is that it's heavier than it needs to be.

Posted: 1/18/2016 8:45:56 PM EDT

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Any info about the weight? After upgrading the trigger and bow, my only remaining complaint about my Tavor is that it's heavier than it needs to be.

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http://www.israel-weapon.com/default.asp?catid=%7BED781BF5-92EB-43AB-BAC7-D89BFBC28144%7D

3.03 Kg

6.68 lbs

Posted: 1/18/2016 9:10:32 PM EDT

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http://www.israel-weapon.com/default.asp?catid=%7BED781BF5-92EB-43AB-BAC7-D89BFBC28144%7D

3.03 Kg
6.68 lbs

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Any info about the weight? After upgrading the trigger and bow, my only remaining complaint about my Tavor is that it's heavier than it needs to be.

http://www.israel-weapon.com/default.asp?catid=%7BED781BF5-92EB-43AB-BAC7-D89BFBC28144%7D

3.03 Kg
6.68 lbs

Almost 1.5 pounds lighter. That makes things interesting.

Posted: 1/18/2016 10:08:59 PM EDT

[#32]

Yep the more I look at this the more I realize how fing excited I am to own one.....

this would make a great few Xmas gifts to my kids I hope IWI can help me deliver ...Santa will work extra hard to save up coin for these babies

Posted: 1/18/2016 10:33:56 PM EDT

[#33]

Not a fan of the extended forearm and thick butt pad. I think a pinned 14.5" (or whatever length this would take) barrel with the original X95 shorter frame would be the ticket for anyone not SBRing it

Posted: 1/18/2016 10:39:10 PM EDT

[#34]

I'm not a fan of any of the changes I see so far other than the weight savings.

Posted: 1/18/2016 10:51:21 PM EDT

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I doubt there will be any significant (if any) weight savings. The weight quoted above at 6+ lbs was for the and older IDF version with 13" barrel.

Posted: 1/18/2016 11:02:10 PM EDT

[#36]

Unless I see both models next to one another, I fail to understand what all the excitement is about.

Posted: 1/18/2016 11:15:01 PM EDT

[#37]

Is height over bore still the same? Will current aftermarket accessories fit on the x95?

Posted: 1/19/2016 12:08:27 AM EDT

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So the photo looks like instead of having the regular SBR x95 body with just a longer barrel they made some changes... Looks like to keep it 26.1 OAL and 16.1 barrel length, they doubled the tri-rail handguard length and added a rubber butt pad about an inch thick... I'll wait and see but was really hoping for just an unmodified semi x95 factory SBR or just needing to chop the barrel.

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I'm disappointed myself. Maybe I'm missing something. But IWI in Israel has a X-95. Called the X-95L. 16.5 inch barrel and normal X-95 body. It comes in at 670mm. Or 26.38 inches overall. I wish we had gotten that.
http://www.israel-weapon.com/?catid={6D9367DF-6A8D-4020-8E19-A7322FFCA668}

Though there is a X-95 Flattop. http://www.israel-weapon.com/default.asp?catid={B85AE7EC-C2D3-4C1D-90D6-A2E007B4F631} Not sure if there are differences going by the pics. No tech specs are given.

Posted: 1/19/2016 1:27:48 AM EDT

[#39]

I know this is kind of far-fetched but wouldn't it be cool if they made the real X95 a semi auto pistol. The design of the AR15 did not stop it from being a legal pistol so why should the tavor design stop it from being a pistol also? Remove the butt stock pad and install a strap for a stabilizer brace.

Posted: 1/19/2016 3:07:05 AM EDT

[#40]

Okay, so I got home and got to see some of the vids.. looks like aftermarket triggers will fit.. I wonder if the curved Manticore buttpad will fit too?
I like the integrated rails/covers, button mag release, overall slimmer profile, optional trigger guard, new charging handle location, and the MSRP will be the same as the current Tavors on the market.
I'm selling my SAR16 and switching over!!!
Quick comparison pic using IWI pics:

This X95 announcement is a big surprise to me.. on point IWI!!

Posted: 1/19/2016 3:15:15 AM EDT

[#41]

Glad I didn't buy the tavor I saw locally....

Too bad the barrel isn't free floating....

Posted: 1/19/2016 5:18:05 AM EDT

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I'm disappointed myself. Maybe I'm missing something. But IWI in Israel has a X-95. Called the X-95L. 16.5 inch barrel and normal X-95 body. It comes in at 670mm. Or 26.38 inches overall. I wish we had gotten that.
http://www.israel-weapon.com/?catid={6D9367DF-6A8D-4020-8E19-A7322FFCA668}

Though there is a X-95 Flattop. http://www.israel-weapon.com/default.asp?catid={B85AE7EC-C2D3-4C1D-90D6-A2E007B4F631} Not sure if there are differences going by the pics. No tech specs are given.

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So the photo looks like instead of having the regular SBR x95 body with just a longer barrel they made some changes... Looks like to keep it 26.1 OAL and 16.1 barrel length, they doubled the tri-rail handguard length and added a rubber butt pad about an inch thick... I'll wait and see but was really hoping for just an unmodified semi x95 factory SBR or just needing to chop the barrel.

I'm disappointed myself. Maybe I'm missing something. But IWI in Israel has a X-95. Called the X-95L. 16.5 inch barrel and normal X-95 body. It comes in at 670mm. Or 26.38 inches overall. I wish we had gotten that.
http://www.israel-weapon.com/?catid={6D9367DF-6A8D-4020-8E19-A7322FFCA668}

Though there is a X-95 Flattop. http://www.israel-weapon.com/default.asp?catid={B85AE7EC-C2D3-4C1D-90D6-A2E007B4F631} Not sure if there are differences going by the pics. No tech specs are given.

Most likely the 26.38" length quoted includes the ~1.3" extra of the flash hider, which is NOT counted in the NFA-26" configuration (unless permanently attached). So 26.38" - 1.3" + 1" thick butt pad = 26"

Posted: 1/19/2016 5:33:01 AM EDT

[#43]

I wonder if the geissle trigger pack and trigger will fit in this new gun??

Posted: 1/19/2016 8:57:51 AM EDT

[#44]

I think I like the old Tavor better.
Wonder if they will come down in price once the x95 hits the shelves?

Posted: 1/19/2016 10:54:05 AM EDT

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Any info about the weight? After upgrading the trigger and bow, my only remaining complaint about my Tavor is that it's heavier than it needs to be.

http://www.israel-weapon.com/default.asp?catid=%7BED781BF5-92EB-43AB-BAC7-D89BFBC28144%7D

3.03 Kg
6.68 lbs

Almost 1.5 pounds lighter. That makes things interesting.

Lighter than the original Tavor?

If so, I'm in. Bring this thing on.

Posted: 1/19/2016 12:41:23 PM EDT

[#46]

The weight is what I will be watching.

If this come in significantly lighter that the Tavor, I will be onboard.

If not, I don't see much of a reason to upgrade, unless they do a factory SBR version.

Posted: 1/19/2016 12:43:01 PM EDT

[#47]

Aside from the fact that it doesn't look like an Israeli X95 service rifle, it's pretty sweet.

I hope they make SBR versions that retain the aesthetics of the real deal.

Posted: 1/19/2016 1:53:06 PM EDT

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Lighter than the original Tavor?

If so, I'm in. Bring this thing on.

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Any info about the weight? After upgrading the trigger and bow, my only remaining complaint about my Tavor is that it's heavier than it needs to be.

http://www.israel-weapon.com/default.asp?catid=%7BED781BF5-92EB-43AB-BAC7-D89BFBC28144%7D

3.03 Kg
6.68 lbs

Almost 1.5 pounds lighter. That makes things interesting.

Lighter than the original Tavor?

If so, I'm in. Bring this thing on.

Another poster after me noted that the original weight a prior poster posted was for the Israeli service rifle which is significantly smaller, so there may be no weight difference at all. We'll just have to wait and see.