RattleDog, I have to ask a question, one that I am sure others have as well...in your opinion, what makes the ACR superior to its primary competition, the SCAR-L?
I have never said it was superior, as that would assume there was a set criteria that all weapons hope to achieve. For example, if somebody was looking at modularity, ACR would probably win. If weight was an issue, well, I held a SCAR and the ACR doesn't feel close (I know its not, on paper or in the hands). I would think the Robinson Arms XCR would be a competitor on PAPER, however, in the real world I don't think the quality or reliabilty is anywhere near the former two.
BUT, for
ME (this type of thing normally creates flame wars or ignorant boobtube comments) the ACR seems like a better system.
*The ACR would be a no-brainer FOR ME simply because I would probably never want that meat-grinder of a charging handle that the SCAR utilizes.
*The easy of cleaning (not just from shooting, but from stuff like MUD) is absolutely simple with the ACR. I cant imagine how it could be improved.
*Caliber change is simple and painless. Sure, an AR can do that with a new upper, but its THE WHOLE DAMN UPPER! Sights, accessories, complete operating group. I think the cost of other calibers will be far less on the ACR in the future. The SCAR caliber change is non-existent....the .308 is another weapon.
*Bolt release is in a great spot. Can't wait for the next tactical carbine class
I could go on, but I really hate calling one weapon better over another online simply because I'm so fed up with the CONSTANT bickering and know-it-all attitude that permeates every weapon related discussion.Although this particular thread has been great so far! In addition, I do not like to voice my opinion on something unless I have educated myself by research or testing to the point where I can make well informed statements. The fact is, I need to either buy a SCAR or play around with one for a few days before I can give a definite answer.