SIG SAUER, industry-leading manufacturer of cutting-edge firearms, optics, and ammunition, is proud to introduce the SIG516 G3.
Designed as the ultimate battle rifle, the SIG516 G3 extends the legacy of the 516 series, bringing new technology to the venerable weapons system. Tested around the world and perfected in New Hampshire, the SIG516 G3 brings a decade of internal engineering know-how on similar rifle projects to create the most rugged, durable platform in its class.
Capable of performing under the harshest conditions, the SIG516 G3 utilizes premium components and an innovative feature set to deliver uncompromising reliability. Inside the rifle, a short-stroke piston with an adjustable gas system, keeps the SIG516 G3 in flawless operation with the ability to tune settings to meet the mission at hand.
Chambered in 5.56 NATO, the SIG516 G3 is standard with a 16-inch cold hammer forged barrel with a 1:7-inch twist rate. The intuitive design of the 516 G3’s unique rear and side non-reciprocating charging handle allows the rifle to be easily operated in any manner, in any condition.
To support long-term operational use and extended reliability, the rifle features steel reinforced components for high wear areas. The SIG516 G3 is standard with fully ambidextrous controls and premium features including a SIG Matchlite DUO curved trigger, SIG flash hider compensator, and a free-floating M-LOK handguard.
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With its proven performance capabilities, upgraded features and history of durability in the field, the SIG516 G3 continues to raise expectations for an AR-15 piston system.
SIG516 G3 FEATURES:
- Short-Stroke Piston System Adjustable Gas System
- Free-Floating M-LOK Handguard
- Rear and Side Non-Reciprocating Charging Handles
- Steel Reinforced Components for High Wear Areas
- Fully Ambidextrous Controls
- Sig Flash Hider Compensator
- Matchlite Duo Curved Trigger
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SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,400 employees across sixteen U.S. locations in three states, and four additional global facilities. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.
I thought the main distinction between battle rifles and assault rifles was the former are chambered for full sized cartridges such as the 7.62 NATO round, while the latter are chambered for intermediate cartridges such as the 5.56 NATO.
Just don’t drop it.
Looks good but perhaps it should be scaled up abit to handle something like the new FN proposed LICC, a .264 (6.5 x 43mm) round. I always thought .556 to be a bit too light and 7.62×51 a bit too much for an infantry weapon. The new FN (or similar round) may be hitting the sweet spot that has been sorely needed for decades.
Yeah, it definitely isn’t a Battle Rifle, but I want one. (I still like my mini14.)
If they would make one chambered in 7.62×51, I REALLY want that one! That could be a Battle Rifle.