LMT 308 vs FN SCAR H

[acaligunner]

Who cares about whether or not it can take P mags? They're both great rifles. I would buy the SCAR.

It's not a big problem, but P-Mags have proven themselves in being a very reliable magazine.

And since most feeding problems could be traced to a bad magazine, I'm just saying.

thanks,

acaligunner

[Group B]

I have to ask: what's wrong with the Rock River Arms LAR-8? I've seen good reviews of them. Is there something I don't know?

Bushmaster licensed the design of their BAR-10 to RRA, which released it as the LAR-8.

IIRC some LAR-8 owners have had issues with some FAL mags (was it with older, beat-up mags?) and feeding issues.

[cmace22]

It's not a big problem, but P-Mags have proven themselves in being a very reliable magazine.

And since most feeding problems could be traced to a bad magazine, I'm just saying.

thanks,

acaligunner

For me the cost would be the only issue. If they turn out to be 50 dollar mags with little after-market support it will put a damper on things.

Pmags IMHO would be the way to go. Too bad FNH didnt get the memo that DPMS/KAC style mags were the way to go in 308, 7.62 NATO.

[MrPlink]

Scar H is def out there and in use. Border patrol and private contractors are also using them.

[Pryde]

SCAR program was cancelled due to costs, not due to any sort of design failure.

In case you haven't noticed, we are in a recession and defense budgets are getting slashed.

[technique]

I'm just going to put this in here..

The title was misleading on the article, and most apparently read only the title...

SOCOM MK-16 canceled ~ NOT MK-17

SOCOM will use the funds originally for Mk16's to buy Mk17's instead. That's NOT canceled!

[acaligunner]

From what I've heard, the SCAR L (5.56), was put on hold because the M4/M16 can still fill most of the needs of Combat soldiers.

The Military is looking for a 308/7.62x51 rifle, The AR-10/SCAR H are being tested for that role.

acaligunner

[technique]

From what I've heard, the SCAR L (5.56), was put on hold because the M4/M16 can still fill most of the needs of Combat

acaligunner

Pretty much. The SCAR L and M4, though different, still fire a 5.56, still have the same range, and both have the same effect on the target. So, SOCOM decided on the 17 instead. However, we still may see other places picking up the 17.

[lehn20]

Good copy, I knew I had some of it right

Still doesn't change the fact that the SOCOM guys are braking the SCAR-H stocks though.
I would still take a nice FAL over the SCAR.

Don't forget the HK417 is being renamed and coming out for civilians also.......
I will take the LMT 308 though..

[Endless]

I would say go Hk mr762.

I would not waste money on a SCAR anything. They truely have nothing to offer me.

LMT is not a bad rifle at all.

If it has to be between the two go LMT.

[Cyc Wid It]

The Scar to me is hideous. It looks like one of those Subarus or Avalanches with the plastic all over the sides. Again, this is a strictly aesthetic complaint.

[The DRis]

Still doesn't change the fact that the SOCOM guys are braking the SCAR-H stocks though.
I would still take a nice FAL over the SCAR.

Is this being out of your heinie or do you have proof?

This BS about stuff being plastic so not to be trusted is just that... BS. Glocks, XD's, M&P's, magazines, pistol grips, stocks are all polymer.

[Plisk]

Technique is correct, the Mk. 16 is being discontinued for use at the moment but the Mk. 17s are still going strong.

SEALs are still being issued both today though.

[Toolbox X]

I'm trying to find a SCAR 17S for a good price right now.

[ddindetroit]

He is correct

Saw SCAR the other day.
I'm sticking with LMT I don't like the charging handle moving around while I'm shooting.
also, piston is better for 5.56 squirt guns. 308 not shot with same frquency (ie/. Ammo costs)

He is correct. SCAR is more expensive and LMT parts are more readily available. Lot of SCAR parts are proprietary. Lots of plastic-- for a lot of money. However, if you had to carry one all day or for several weeks, the SCAR becames a beauty queen because ounces equal pounds and pounds equals pain. I love the LMT to shoot but I would hate to carry one for an extended period of time.

ddindetroit