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The AUG/A3 SA USA includes two transparent polymer 30-round magazines, a cleaning kit that stores in the rifle’s buttstock, a factory sling, a soft carry case and an owner’s manual. Suggested retail is $2,295.
New Steyr AUG Now Available in 5.56mm
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TRUSSVILLE, Ala. — Two decades after it was banned from importation, the Steyr AUG is available in firearm stores across America.
Now built stateside by Steyr subcontractor Sabre Defense, the new Steyr AUG/A3 SA USA made its debut at the 2009 SHOT Show and is now available in 5.56x45mm.
After the importation ban in 1989, the AUG/A1 frequently commanded in excess of $5,000, but the utilitarian Austrian bullpup in its upgraded, modern A3 configuration is now available at a fraction of that. cost.
With an overall length of 28.15 inches including its 16-inch heavy barrel, the AUG/A3 SA USA measures 8 inches shorter than an AR-15 carbine with a comparable barrel length and an extended stock. And while the AR-15’s gas-impingement system expels a large quantity of operational gas directly into the bolt carrier within the receiver, all gas used to cycle the short-stroke gas-piston AUG design exits the system within an inch of the barrel’s gas port. The new AUG/A3 SA USA also has two gas adjustment settings.
The AUG/A3 SA USA includes a muzzle brake, a last-round bolt-hold-open feature, low-profile bolt release, and redesigned charging handle.
The most obvious departure from the AUG of two decades ago is the lack of an integral optical sight. In keeping with its A3 designation, the new AUG is a flat-top design with a marked, 25-position Picatinny rail. A Picatinny version of the original integrated Austrian “donut reticle” 1.5X optical sight is also available from Steyr Arms. A smaller side rail allows for mounting illumination or laser devices.
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| Model | Steyr AUG/A3 SA USA |
| Purpose | Target Shooting, Tactical |
| Manufacturer | Steyr Arms P.O. Box 840 Trussville, AL 35173 (205) 467-6544 www.SteyrArms.com |
| Operation | Adjustable short-stroke gas-piston semi-automatic |
| Magazine type/capacity | Polymer double-stack detachable box/30 rounds |
| Receiver material | Hard Eloxal-coated aircraft aluminum |
| Caliber | 5.56x45mm (.223 Rem.) |
| Barrel | 16-inch chrome-lined heavy barrel (18.375 inches with muzzle brake) |
| Rifling | 6 grooves, 1:9 RH Twist |
| Sights | No sights; integral 25-slot Picatinny rail |
| Finish | Mannox® |
| Safety | Two-position trigger-blocking |
| Trigger type | Single-stage |
| Pull weight | 9 pounds, 8 ounces |
| Stock material/type | Black synthetic/bullpup |
| Length of pull | 15 inches |
| Drop at comb | 0.57 inch (from rail) |
| Drop at heel | 1 inch (from rail) |
| Recoil pad | Elastomer; 0.3-inch thick |
| Sling swivels | Two (reversible rear) |
| Pistol grip | Integral |
| Checkering | None |
| Weight, empty | 8 pounds |
| Overall length | 28.15 inches |
| Included accessories | Owner’s manual, two 30-round magazines, cleaning kit, sling, and a soft carry case |
| MSRP | $2,295 |
Reader Comments
"After the importation ban in 1989, the AUG/A1 frequently commanded in excess of $5,000, but the utilitarian Austrian bullpup in its upgraded, modern A3 configuration is now available at a fraction of that cost." yea, almost 1/2? The originals sold for $1000-1500 if I recall. $2295 for a new model without the scope? I'll wait and see what they are actually selling for.
Around 1987-1988, the MSRP was $889. I remember it well. At the time, I felt that it was waaayyyyy too much to pay.
At that price it looks like I'm going to be shooting an AK for a loooooong time.
Yeah, right with you, firstsoldier. Love the gun, hate the cartridge. Wonder if they'll ever make an AUG in 7.26x51.
Gaviota
Gun manufacturers are under the impression that we prefer plinking rounds over stopping power. If they keep flooding the market with the 5.56 chambering, we'll never see price breaks on the .308 or 7.62 chambered rifles.
Extremely unfriendly to left-handed shooters, without a conversion kit, like almost all bullpup-style weapons. FN P-90 is an exception.
In terms of purchasing power, $900 in 1987 is fairly close to $2000 in 2010.
Did I miss it somewhere ... are the mags AR15/M4 interchangeable?
The version in the article only takes AUG mags.
The STG-E4 model is the factory version that will accept AR-15 magazines.
A conversion kit is also available.
http://emptormaven.com/2009/10/steyr-aug-nato-conversion/
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