All many know about them is they are really expensive and many wonder what the big deal is. So it is my intention to point out some of the features and functions of these weapons.
I will focus more on user features than technical data which is available anywhere. I will also omit the standard history and development of the weapon.
This way the indivdual can decide if it is something they would like to own for themselves.
First things first, like most preban firearms, the Steyr AUG has a artificially inflated price due to a ban on importation and limited availability. Currently they go for anywhere from $3,500-4,200.00 depending upon local demand. When they were imported they retailed for about $600.00. For referrence a Colt Green Label A2 20" retailed for $300.00 at the same time. So they were roughly 2x what a good AR15 would cost. The only reason preban AUGs command 3x the price of preban ARs is there are fewer AUGs than AR15s.
The AUG we will be looking at is a Standard 20" Green.
The first BFD feature is the interchangable barrel system. Right above the forward grip is a knob that when slid over disengages the barrel lock.
When depressed the barrel releases.
The concept is rather than carry sniper rifles, assault rifles and SMGs, everyone carries the same weapon with 3 barrels. A short 16" for SMG use, a 20" for AW use and a 24" HBAR for sniping applications.
The forward pistol grip folds for ease of carrying spare barrels or shooting prone.
Behind the magazine is the magazine release button.
It is oversized so that it may be operated with another magazine.
Magazines are clear so ammo supply can be monitored.
I will focus more on user features than technical data which is available anywhere. I will also omit the standard history and development of the weapon.
This way the indivdual can decide if it is something they would like to own for themselves.
First things first, like most preban firearms, the Steyr AUG has a artificially inflated price due to a ban on importation and limited availability. Currently they go for anywhere from $3,500-4,200.00 depending upon local demand. When they were imported they retailed for about $600.00. For referrence a Colt Green Label A2 20" retailed for $300.00 at the same time. So they were roughly 2x what a good AR15 would cost. The only reason preban AUGs command 3x the price of preban ARs is there are fewer AUGs than AR15s.
The AUG we will be looking at is a Standard 20" Green.
The first BFD feature is the interchangable barrel system. Right above the forward grip is a knob that when slid over disengages the barrel lock.
When depressed the barrel releases.
The concept is rather than carry sniper rifles, assault rifles and SMGs, everyone carries the same weapon with 3 barrels. A short 16" for SMG use, a 20" for AW use and a 24" HBAR for sniping applications.
The forward pistol grip folds for ease of carrying spare barrels or shooting prone.
Behind the magazine is the magazine release button.
It is oversized so that it may be operated with another magazine.
Magazines are clear so ammo supply can be monitored.
And a select fire one at that.
