Barrett NEW 98B Tactical... 308/300/338 non switch barrel fixed stock rifle

[96C]

Just saw this last night, did a quick hide search and didn't uncover anything.

Apparently MSRP will be starting at about $3995 USD.
According to the media release:
16" .308
22" .308
24" .300WM

NON folding stock.
Built in 20 MOA rail.
Based on the 98B and MRAD, to answer some of the call in relation to requests for smaller calibres using similar technology and a proven design. This is important for us down in Australia where in some states you can legally OWN a folder but Customs will not allow their importation (standard Australian logic.... Useless).
I'm seriously keen on one, hopefully we get some user feedback at some point.


Barrett 98B web site

http://www.tactical-life.com/firearms/barret-98b-tactical-video/?scrape=true

 

[Lucky1]

When do we get to see them down here?

I have always wanted one, but .338 I have no where to make use of

 

[sib1948]

Interesting, but loving my new AI AXMC in 260 & 308.

 

[malsa82]

Very nice... I'd be interested in the 22" 308

 

[XRanger08]

I want to see a Big Bore version of the MRAD. .50BMG .416 Barret .375 Cheytec. I would buy one instantly!!!!

 

[SporterII]

I just looked at an MRAD. Pollimer guides for the bolt? Is that right? 6,000 dollars. Nice ergos but heavy for a 308. This might be more interesting. Weight partly related to barrel attachment design and folder?

 

[wariba]

98b is also in .260rem and 6.5 creedmoor

 

[TheChad-->]

Very nice looking rifle!! But... Think I'll just get a DTA SRS