Bushmaster 7.62x39mm Carbine

Posted February 15, 2010 in AR-15, Rifles by Steve Johnson with 110 Comments
Tags: 2010, 7.62x39mm, ar, ar-15, bushmaster, carbine, rifle, rifles

Bushmaster are now selling a AR-15 chambered in 7.62x39mm. The carbine takes 7.62x39mm specific magazines that hold 26 rounds. From its 16″ M4-profile barrel Bushmaster say it will achieve 2300 FPS velocity with 122 gr. bullets.

It is available with either a 6-position M4-style stock or a fixed A2-style stock.

Specifications
Caliber	7.62×39 mm
Magazine Capacity	26 Rounds
Overall Length	32.75″
Barrel Length	16″
Rifling	1:10″
Weight w/o magazine	6.5 lbs.
Weight of empty magazine	0.25 lbs.
Weight of loaded magazine	1.0 lbs.
MSRP (Price)	$1330

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