Gun Review: FN SCAR-17 SBR (VIDEO)

By Ben Brown

The SCAR-17 by FN-USA needs no introduction. Like most guns used by elite warriors in the U.S. military, civilian shooters covet the venerable weapon. Personally, the SCAR is one of my favorite .308 rifles.
The SCAR-17 is considerably lightweight for a short-stroke gas-piston firearm, but that’s due to the gun’s construction. With a polymer lower receiver and aluminum upper, the SBR version with a 16.25-inch barrel weighs less than 8 pounds unloaded. The small package makes the SCAR very maneuverable while engaging close targets or operating in confined places.
The SCAR’s design is very intuitive. Those familiar with AR controls will take to the SCAR no problem. The trigger, selector switch, and magazine release can all be manipulated with the dominant hand while wrapped around the pistol grip. However, the only notable difference between the two designs is the charging handle. The SCAR’s charging handle is located on the side of the receiver instead of above (and the handle can be switched to the left or right side).
The SCAR-17 is considerably light weight for being a short stroke gas piston firearm. (Photo: Ben Brown/Guns.com)
While the stock catches a lot of hate for its likeness to an Ugg boot, it actually provides a lot

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