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Jul 6, 2007 · Clips from a day of shooting the AR-50.
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- Who Is The Armalite AR-50 for?
- Regulations on The Armalite AR-50
- The Armalite AR-50 Hands-On Review
- Armalite AR-50 Specs
- Shooting The Armalite AR-50
- The .50BMG
- Quick History of The .50 BMG
- Accessories
- Conclusion
The AR-50 is an anti-material precision rifle, which packs a lot of power. In general, there are two reasons why you should own this gun. First and foremost, law enforcement and Special Response Teams (SRT/SWAT) would benefit from having the AR-50 in their arsenal. The ability to blast through cement walls and nullify a threat from 1000 yards is a ...
The U.S. Federal Law allows gun owners to purchase firearms up to .50 Caliber. So, that includes .50 Caliber pistols and rifles, including the ArmaLite AR-50. However, some states have passed legislation making it illegal to own a .50 Caliber rifle without the proper permits, which will need to meet specific clauses. For example, in California, you...
Let’s look at the AR-50, now that we know where it came from and its technological “lineage.” The rifle is a fairly simple affair — a single-shot bolt-action behemoth that weighs almost 35 pounds. We’ll talk about shooting it later. Here are some photos. This thing really works! It is, in a word, massive. It vents gases to the rear and side, thereb...
Appearance
The ArmaLite AR-50 is a rifle with a fairly simple affair. It’s as stripped down as you get in terms of a .50 Caliber rifle in this day and age. The AR-50 sports an all-black industrial appearance with a hefty and significant profile. I noticed this when looking at the AR-50’s ginormous barrel. The Octagonal Muzzle break with its V-Channel chassis is intimidating. However, looking closely at the gun, you’ll notice that fit and finish on some unimportant parts are okay. Don’t worry if you find...
Handling
The AR-50 is a solid, heavy-duty rifle, with emphasis on heavy. With a scope and bipod equipped, you should expect to be carrying upwards of 40lbs. The oversized bolt knob is easy to grab and has a very smooth action. The stock is also very comfortable, and aside from being an extra-long and hefty rifle, this is an easy-to-use firearm.
Features
The AR-50 features a 31″ B bedded free-floating barrel with a 1:15 right-hand twist ratio and a proprietary V-Channel Chasis muzzle brake. It comes with a 15 moa base plate scope mount that is usable but would do better with at least a 20 moa. Inside the rifle, you’ll find a Sako Type extractor, a Tri lug bolt, and a spring-loaded plunger ejector, which functions as the main action of the AR-50. The trigger is a 5-lb single-stage trigger with a very nice, clean break and an ARA2 pattern grip...
Accuracy
The ArmaLite AR-50 is a very accurate rifle. The single-stage trigger breaks like glass, giving you a very nice trigger pull to work with. It’s also pretty stable for a heavy caliber firearm, making follow-up shots easier to set up. Inch-thick steel (bottom), half-inch (white), both with front side towards camera. All rounds went through the white plate, and most through the inch piece. There were a few that didn’t make it through the inch piece, and even left parts of the bullet. The armor-p...
Recoil
Interestingly enough, there’s not as much recoil on the AR-50 as expected. It’s similar to firing a 10 gauge, and it’s actually smoother than firing a .308. Compared to other .50 BMG rifles like the Barrett M82 (significantly lighter), the recoil is not that bad/horrible and certainly better than those 2. To give credit where it’s due, the softer recoil is mostly part due to the weight of the rifle and their proprietary muzzle brake design. The weight of the gun really helps cut the recoil (r...
Performance
The two giant side ports on the muzzle break do a great job dispersing the gas away from you and creating this cone of pressurized air around the shooter. You can actually feel it pull the gun a little and help with that recoil. And even you’re just watching, you can feel the concussion just by being near the AR-50. My only gripe is with loading the rifle. It’s a lot easier to eject the cartridge than it is to put a new round in. Locking the bolt will take a significant amount of force and is...
Here is the assortment of ammo that we shot: Here is a screenshot of the various .50BMG rounds out there. You can see we had an assortment of rounds to shoot. None of it was commercial — this was all military stuff, except for two match reloads. As you can see by comparing our ammoto the above, we had plain ball, armor-piercing incendiary tracer, a...
In the late 1910s, legendary gun designer John Browning was experimenting with a larger, upscaled round based on the .30-06. He was looking for an improved anti-aircraft weapon during WWI and for later conflicts. He was also responsible for the venerable M1911 pistol and its .45 ACP cartridge. Both the 1911 pistoland the .50BMG are still used, afte...
Athlon Optics Argos BTR Rifle Scope 6-24 x 50 FFP
The Athlon Optics Argos BTR Rifle Scope 6-24 x 50 FFP is a great, budget-friendly scope that is incredibly accurate at up to 1000 yards away. The scope’s AO system will allow you to quickly adjust for elevation and windage while also compensating for varying field conditions. It will also work great even in low light conditions and comes with a competition-grade, variable zoom power.
Nightforce SHV 5-20x56mm Zeroset .250 MOA Scope
The Nighforce SHV 5-20×56 Zeroset .250 MOA Scope is one of the best long-range scopes for the .50 BMG. It’s a versatile scope with exceptional accuracy and versatility at close and extended range. The scope is durable magnesium alloy and has an oversized zero stop and resettable turret. The magnification knob on this scope is designed for ease of use and features a full 80 MOA elevation adjustment. However, be prepared to break the bank. This high-end scope is definitely not for people on a t...
MTM Case-Gard BMG10
Requested by BMG users, designed by MTM, the MTM Case-Gard BMG10 is a slip-top hard case ammo box for the 50 BMG. The 10 round hard case is perfect for transporting and carrying the large .50BMG rounds in bags and pouches, protecting them out on the field and keeping them organized while shooting. The case is built with special bullet tip protectors that hold the rounds at the shoulder. Also, the tight fit prevents the round from rattling while on the go.
When it came to the AR-50, it was all about getting the job done at long distances. As a result, it has a very narrow range of applications, but it’s an ideal choice in certain situations. It’s just the proper weapon for the job: drilling precise holes in faraway targets. This is one of those guns you check off your bucket list for the average shoo...
Sep 10, 2023 · The AR50 being a conventional bolt gun setup is probably a better bench type accuracy gun. Being long heavy and having a good trigger all help to that end. It's also got arguably one of the best muzzle brakes out there which not only cuts recoil but has the wings to reduce shooter blast. It's good enough that people put them on other guns.
May 19, 2011 · Nick reviews the Armalite AR-50 .50 BMG rifle at TTAG …The AR-50 was designed to do one thing and do it well: hit targets at extreme ranges.According to their 1999 press release, the rifle is an ”... economical, accurate rifle for shooters interested in the challenges of long range shooting.” And that’s all it does. It’s a highly specialized piece of equipment with limited use. But ...
Apr 13, 2020 · Yeah, I contacted APA but still haven't heard back from them. Planning to order some stuff since it looks like they're the only one in AR-50 game at the moment. Yes! I was just thinking about getting one of those fixed 10X Japanese SAFA scope. They're still going for $200 used and 50BMG rated so it might work out great.
Apr 4, 2024 · The Armalite AR-50 is a single shot, bolt action rifle sporting a very intimidating 30” chrome moly barrel and massive muzzle break. With an overall length of almost 60” and weighing in just over 33lbs before adding a scope and scope mount, this is a truly a special purpose firearm rather than a daily carry tool.
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Mar 4, 2024 · The combination of the bolt action and the 1:15″ twist rate barrel ensures precise and consistent shot placement. Manageable Recoil: Despite its powerful .50 BMG caliber, the AR-50A1 features a massive muzzle brake that effectively reduces recoil. This allows for better control and quicker follow-up shots, enhancing overall shooting experience.
