Post by Ghost on Nov 27, 2011 12:14:59 GMT -5
Remington Mil-Spec 5R:
Caliber: .308 Win/7.62x51NATO ; .223
Barrel: Stainless Mil-Spec 5R
Barrel Length: 24 "
Twist: 1:11.2 "
Weight: 8.25 lbs
Overall Length: 43.75 "
Magazine: 5 Round Internal
Trigger: X Mark Pro
Stock: H-S Precision
Finish: Stainless
Price: $1,000 - $1,200
The Remington Mil Spec 5R has the same barrel specs as the U.S. Army's M24. The Remington MS-R5 is not a standard item for Remington's line-up. The Remington Mil Spec R5 is a byproduct of the M24 production. According to Remington's LE Division, the M24 must meet certain standards before passing inspection. As with any production, some barrels were tagged "No Go" or did not pass mustard. To control waste of the "No Go" barrels, originally set for the M24, Remmington decided to do something about the "No Go" barrels. Remington re-contoured the barrels to the standard Heavy Barrel contour and mounted it to a stainless Remington 700 action. Thus the birth of the new Remington Mil-Spec R5. Since there are only a certain number of barrels to be placed in the "No Go" pile, there are only a select number of Mil - Spec R5 rifles produced each year. This is how the Mil - Spec R5 was born.
Now, does Remington employ the same methods today in building the Mil - Spec R5 today? Not sure. But the twist rate of the MS R5 (1:11.2") is unique to only the M24 and now to the MS R5. The faster twist will allow customers to use heavier bullets and not having to worry about stabilization. The MS R5 comes in a 24 " barrel only and comes standard with an 11 degree target crown. The contour of the MS R5 is the same as the heavy contour barrels found on Remington's 700 Police, Varmint rifles, and others. The MS R5 has a number 8 contour. The latest batches of Mil Spec R5 come equipped with Remington's prize trigger, the X Mark Pro.
The stock on the Mil Spec R5 is provided by H-S Precision. The stock is a base black with green webbing layered over the base color, making an attractive looking stock combination when accompanied by the stainless receiver and barrel. As for accuracy. The MS R5 does have a pretty good MOA @ 100 yards, or at least for a factory gun (out of the box) using factory ammunition.
Test that have been done with factory ammo:
100 Yard MOA
Ammunition Best Avrg
HSM 155 HPBT .490 .604
Fed GMM 168 HPBT .460 .712
HSM 175 HPBT Match .702 .722
HSM 190 HPBT Match .542 .548
The rifle performed well, producing .5 - .75 " MOA right out of the box with factory ammunition. I would expect as barrel break - in was completed the MS R5's groups should tighten up.
Overall, for a price tag between $1,000 - $1,200, I would believe that this is a great buy for any shooter wanting good accuracy.
Caliber: .308 Win/7.62x51NATO ; .223
Barrel: Stainless Mil-Spec 5R
Barrel Length: 24 "
Twist: 1:11.2 "
Weight: 8.25 lbs
Overall Length: 43.75 "
Magazine: 5 Round Internal
Trigger: X Mark Pro
Stock: H-S Precision
Finish: Stainless
Price: $1,000 - $1,200
The Remington Mil Spec 5R has the same barrel specs as the U.S. Army's M24. The Remington MS-R5 is not a standard item for Remington's line-up. The Remington Mil Spec R5 is a byproduct of the M24 production. According to Remington's LE Division, the M24 must meet certain standards before passing inspection. As with any production, some barrels were tagged "No Go" or did not pass mustard. To control waste of the "No Go" barrels, originally set for the M24, Remmington decided to do something about the "No Go" barrels. Remington re-contoured the barrels to the standard Heavy Barrel contour and mounted it to a stainless Remington 700 action. Thus the birth of the new Remington Mil-Spec R5. Since there are only a certain number of barrels to be placed in the "No Go" pile, there are only a select number of Mil - Spec R5 rifles produced each year. This is how the Mil - Spec R5 was born.
Now, does Remington employ the same methods today in building the Mil - Spec R5 today? Not sure. But the twist rate of the MS R5 (1:11.2") is unique to only the M24 and now to the MS R5. The faster twist will allow customers to use heavier bullets and not having to worry about stabilization. The MS R5 comes in a 24 " barrel only and comes standard with an 11 degree target crown. The contour of the MS R5 is the same as the heavy contour barrels found on Remington's 700 Police, Varmint rifles, and others. The MS R5 has a number 8 contour. The latest batches of Mil Spec R5 come equipped with Remington's prize trigger, the X Mark Pro.
The stock on the Mil Spec R5 is provided by H-S Precision. The stock is a base black with green webbing layered over the base color, making an attractive looking stock combination when accompanied by the stainless receiver and barrel. As for accuracy. The MS R5 does have a pretty good MOA @ 100 yards, or at least for a factory gun (out of the box) using factory ammunition.
Test that have been done with factory ammo:
100 Yard MOA
Ammunition Best Avrg
HSM 155 HPBT .490 .604
Fed GMM 168 HPBT .460 .712
HSM 175 HPBT Match .702 .722
HSM 190 HPBT Match .542 .548
The rifle performed well, producing .5 - .75 " MOA right out of the box with factory ammunition. I would expect as barrel break - in was completed the MS R5's groups should tighten up.
Overall, for a price tag between $1,000 - $1,200, I would believe that this is a great buy for any shooter wanting good accuracy.
