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FN has taken their famed SCAR 17S platform and adapted it for long range shooting – the result is the SCAR 20S. A longer 20-inch chrome-lined barrel was added, along with a 2-stage Geissele match trigger, a SureFire ProComp to reduce recoil, and a stock that is fully adjustable for length-of-pull and cheek height. Still present is the standard SCAR gas-operated design, making the 20S a reliable and accurate platform for semi-automatic designated marksman work.
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Features
20" chrome-lined cold hammer-forged barrel
Surefire ProComp muzzle brake
Extended monolithic receiver
Short-stroke gas piston
Geissele Super SCAR 2-stage match trigger
Precision adjustable stock
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Variations & Comparables
Yes, it looks like an Ugg boot…now with that out of the way, the FN SCAR 17S is a nifty rifle that will make all your range mates jealous. Though it feels clunky, and there’s not a ton of aftermarket here, it brings a smooth, reliable shooting experience. Plus, it’s just fun. The folding stock makes it easy to tote to and from the range. It also has rails for optics but beware it will destroy cheap optics. Only the finest of glass here.
The FN SCAR 17S is chambered in .308 and offers a reliable rifle with a folding stock. It features a 16.25-inch barrel with 1:12 RH twist and a magazine capacity of 10 or 20 rounds, depending on your state. It’s a clunky 8 pounds, but shoots well and performs reliably.
The Sig Sauer MCX Spear is a new battle rifle from Sig Sauer based on the XM7 design submitted for the U.S. Army’s Next Gen Squad Weapons System. Chambered in 7.62x51mm, the MCX Spear will eventually see other caliber models added to the lineup, like the 6.5 Creedmoor and .277 Fury. The MCX Spear is a feature-rich rifle with a comfortable grip, adjustable gas system, and a fully ambidextrous setup. The Sig Sauer MCX Spear is a great choice for anyone looking for a modern, reliable, and versatile battle rifle.
The DSA SA58 Improved Battle Rifle takes the ruggedness and reliability of the original FAL design and adds modern features. This rifle uses the B.R.S. (Battle Rifle Buttstock), which is adjustable for length-of-pull and comb, and also allows the gun to fire when folded. Also present is DSA’s extreme duty Picatinny scope mount and M-LOK front handguard. This allows you to mount all the optics and accessories you need to bring one of the most proven rifle designs in the world into the 21st century.
The Galil ACE is IWI’s modern version of their original Galil ARM, which itself was a sort of the AK-47/Valmet/AR-15 mashup. The ACE uses the same mechanics as the original Galil, but in a lighter, smaller platform with a polymer lower receiver.
Considered widely to be the ultimate refinement of the AK-style platform, the Galil ACE in 7.62x39mm is a gas piston operated rifle that adds numerous improvements over its predecessors. A non-reciprocating left-side charging handle, M-LOK free float handguard, full-length Picatinny top rail, and a folding M4 style buttstock ensure that those who enjoy the 7.62x39mm cartridge have a rifle that is adapted for modern times and modern accessories.
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final verdict
The FN SCAR 20s is undoubtedly a high-quality firearm. It can produce repeatable MOA groups, is reliable, and has the capability to engage targets at 1000 yards. But does all of that justify the $4000+ price tag? You can squeeze similar performance out of an AR-10 that costs a fraction of what the 20S does, but at the end of the day, the SCAR has a cool factor that can’t be replicated. If you are just chasing results, you can save money here by going another route, but if you are chasing cool, the 20S may be for you.
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