Replacing the legendary Barrett: US special forces can be armed with new Elr-SR rifles (photo)

Then the Center for Procurement, Technology and Logistics (SOF AT& L) The command of special operations first published an announcement of the search for suppliers, and later formulated the basic requirements for the new ELR-SR sniper rifle. First of all, the new rifle will have to affect the targets at a distance of 2500 m, while having the necessary indicators of accuracy and low return.

SOF AT&L also stated that the dimensions of new weapons for special forces should be no larger than 56 inches (142 cm), and the maximum weight of the rifle with an empty store is not more than 18 pounds (8. 1 kg). The requirements for the ELR-SR system include various accessories, such as a muffler, a ballistic computer, a manual of operator, a cleaning set, a set of tools, a bi-bipowdowns and approved by the Transport Safety Office (TSA), a rigid closed case for carrying.

Moreover, the muffler, the length of which should not exceed 20 cm, should be able to reduce the sound of the rifle to 140 dB or less. According to SOCOM representatives, the ELR-SR rifle should be equipped with guide Picatinny and Magpul M-LOK, which can be attached to optics and various accessories. The only open issue remains the caliber of the new rifle, but there is a need for a modular structure that allows you to switch different types of ammunition.

In addition, the transition to less caliber than Barrett M107 and McMillan MK 15 is not excluded. quick replacement, " - the report on the conclusion of the contract is said. If SOCOM still decides to buy a new rifle to meet its ELR-SR requirements, it can mean a significant shift in the arsenal of high-precision rifles of the US community of special operations. It will also be another serious step towards the iconic M82/M107, as well as MK 15 by the US military, summarized the observers.