Overview
The FN SCAR 17S .308 Winchester rifle is engineered as a robust, adaptable precision platform for demanding operational requirements. Its design prioritizes consistency and reliability across diverse applications, making it suitable for both range and field deployment.
Key Features
Piston-Driven Reliability
The SCAR 17S incorporates a short-stroke gas piston operating system. This design significantly mitigates carbon fouling in the receiver group, enhancing component longevity and ensuring consistent function even under sustained firing schedules or in austere environmental conditions. This system contributes directly to operational reliability and reduced maintenance requirements.
Precision Barrel Integration
Central to the SCAR 17S’s ballistic performance is its 16-inch cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel. This manufacturing process stress-relieves the steel, yielding superior bore concentricity and a consistent internal profile for optimized projectile stability. The chrome lining extends service life and facilitates cleaning, maintaining consistent ballistic coefficients across various .308 Winchester ammunition types.
Modular Adaptability
Adaptability is intrinsic to the SCAR 17S. A comprehensive MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail system is integrated across the top, sides, and bottom of the handguard. This extensive interface provides secure attachment points for mission-specific accessories, including advanced optical systems, illumination devices, laser aiming modules, and other essential tactical equipment, allowing for rapid and precise platform configuration.
Robust Construction
The rifle’s Flat Dark Earth (FDE) finish is applied for enhanced resistance to environmental stressors and abrasive contact, ensuring durability in demanding field use. The overall construction maintains a balance between structural integrity and manageable system weight, facilitating operator maneuverability and consistent handling.
Technical Specifications
- **Caliber:** .308 Winchester
- **Barrel Length:** 16 inches
- **Operating System:** Short-stroke gas piston
- **Magazine Capacity:** 20 rounds (one magazine included)
- **Finish:** Flat Dark Earth (FDE)
- **Rail System:** MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny (Top, Sides, Bottom)
- **Barrel Construction:** Cold Hammer-Forged, Chrome-Lined
