The FN SCAR 17S DMR, now equipped in 6.5 Creedmoor, introduces a new dimension of precision to a lineage renowned for reliability and performance. By integrating the celebrated innovations of the SCAR 20S into a more agile 17S framework, the DMR configuration emerges as a superlative solution for shooters aiming to strike at extended distances without compromising maneuverability.
With distant targets demanding unerring precision, shooters frequently grapple with finding a rifle that couples the endurance of a combat weapon with the finesse of a marksman's tool. FN's newly configured SCAR 17S DMR bridges this divide. It adopts the strength and precision of the military-focused MK 20 SSR, infusing these traits into the versatile and streamlined form factor of a 6.5 Creedmoor chambered rifle.
The SCAR 17S in the DMR configuration features premium upgrades, including the precision buttstock assembly and Geissele 2-stage trigger that SCAR 20S owners rely on for surgical accuracy. For many familar with the SCAR line, you might be tempted to say this is a mix of a traditional SCAR 17s in size and weight with the longer barreled SCAR 20s sniper rifle, and you would be correct. So, thus, the DMR. For us at Charlie's Custom Clones, we love military rifles, and we love it when a great rifle company, like FN creates something new. The traditional SCAR Heavy 7.62 NATO 17s (Mk17) is a very popular battle rifle, and the SCAR Mk20 (20s) is a competitive long-range precision rifle. Now, having a DMR rifle in a fast and flat cartridge like the 6.5CM is exciting, no doubt.
In addition to the FN SCAR 17S DMR's introduction in the increasingly popular 6.5 CM round — a cartridge designed for efficiency, lower recoil, and a flat trajectory — the rifle also boasts nuanced advancements gleaned from its combat-proven predecessors. Reflecting its Special Operations roots, the SCAR 17S DMR’s monolithic receiver contributes to its overall structural integrity, and the optimized gas-operated piston design owes its lineage to the battlefield demands of USSOCOM.
The SCAR archtiecture includes battle-proven design, piston driven gas system, and the addition of a match trigger and the rear buttstock from the 20s, to present more of a mid-range designated marksman rifle, and, or course, the rough and tough battle weapon we think of in the 17s Heavy.
One distinct, yet lesser-known fact about the SCAR 17S DMR is its barrel twist rate. The rifle features a 1:8 right-hand twist rate, specifically selected to optimize the ballistic capabilities of the 6.5 Creedmoor round—providing superb stability for long-range projectiles, which is especially important for shots beyond 1,100 yards. The three-prong flash hider equipped on the muzzle is not only effective at mitigating flash—essential for concealed firing positions—but also serves as an interface for FN's quick-detach suppressors, adding an element of tactical versatility.
Mirroring FN’s commitment to adaptability, the SCAR 17S DMR sustains full ambidextrous control, ensuring operational readiness regardless of shooter handedness—an essential factor in high-pressure or asymmetric engagement scenarios. This carefully considered feature suite carries forward the ethos of the FN SCAR, which became USSOCOM's battle rifle of choice in the 1990s owing to such versatility and durability.
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The premier feature lies in the non-reciprocating charging handle (NRCH) system, an advanced design that underpins the DMR’s upgraded usability. The NRCH setup eliminates the potential for shooter-induced stoppages and enhances reliability under dynamic field conditions.
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