FNAR, DPMS OR RUGER SR762

MULE-JK · Oct 31, 2013

So I feel the need for another 308 battle rifle and have narrowed it down to and FNAR, Ruger SR762 or a DPMS Oracle.

My thought:

FNAR:
Pros: quality, mid range price.
Cons: versatility, available accesories.

DPMS:
Pros: low price, versatility, available accesories, low price, did I mention low price?
Cons:Quality?, accuracy?

Ruger:
Pros: everything?
Cons: price.

Please give me some input and suggestions.

Thanks,
Gary

jimbobborg · Oct 31, 2013

The FNAR is harder to field strip than the other two.

The DPMS has a wider following than the Armalite AR-10, and Magpul makes magazines for it. You can swap out the upper if you want, a lot of other manufacturers, including I believe S&W, will directly swap out.

Never buy the first Rugers out of the gate. You have been warned

erwos · Oct 31, 2013

Honestly? DPMS. The LR-308 has always had a pretty good reputation for accuracy and reliability, it uses DI (unlike the SR-762) so you can really free float it, it has a proven track record, and it's like half the price.

If AR-10s are scheduled to be banned next session, I'll be buying a DPMS LR-308. (Or a Colt LE-901?)

MULE-JK · Oct 31, 2013

jimbobborg said:
The FNAR is harder to field strip than the other two.

The DPMS has a wider following than the Armalite AR-10, and Magpul makes magazines for it. You can swap out the upper if you want, a lot of other manufacturers, including I believe S&W, will directly swap out.

Never buy the first Rugers out of the gate. You have been warned

Thanks for the input. :thumbsup:

The price on the DPMS kinda scares me. Does that reflect in the quality and accuracy?

I like the idea of a piston gun, but it's not a deal breaker especially when the DPMS is half the price or better. The FNAR is my 3rd choice, but seems to be quality.

I'm leaning more towards the DPMS anyone else with thoughts?

niftyvt · Oct 31, 2013

I was thinking of grabbing a s&w m&p 10 myself as a backup to my yet to ship LaRue but the Ruger has me reevaluating my plans.

Speed3 · Oct 31, 2013

If the price really bothers you...buy the DPMS and put a Kreiger on it, wont be more more than the others and bet it out shoots everyone of them.

MULE-JK · Oct 31, 2013

erwos said:
Honestly? DPMS. The LR-308 has always had a pretty good reputation for accuracy and reliability, it uses DI (unlike the SR-762) so you can really free float it, it has a proven track record, and it's like half the price.

If AR-10s are scheduled to be banned next session, I'll be buying a DPMS LR-308. (Or a Colt LE-901?)

Thanks. You got in while I was typing my last reply.

Now leaning more towards the DPMS. That's only one decent night at the poker tables, so it'll happen much sooner!

erwos · Oct 31, 2013

Actually, let me note that I'd also probably think about an RRA LAR-8, if only because I already have a bunch of FAL magazines. But if it were "I want an AR-10", it'd be a DPMS Oracle 308... I'd always upgrade whatever I bought anyways.

Jarhead FLSTI · Oct 31, 2013

I was debating between an FNAR and a DPMS LR-308 last year. After watching how complicated the FNAR was to field strip I went with the DPMS (plus it helped that I'm familiar with the AR platform).

I probably only have 100 rounds through it so far but it has been great. I can't really give a realistic expectation of accuracy because I've only shot surplus ammo through it using a Vortex Strikefire sight. I was able to maintain consistent 2 inch groups at 100 yards. I'm fairly confident that I could probably drop that to 1.5 inch groups with a real scope and quality ammo.

MULE-JK · Oct 31, 2013

erwos said:
Actually, let me note that I'd also probably think about an RRA LAR-8, if only because I already have a bunch of FAL magazines. But if it were "I want an AR-10", it'd be a DPMS Oracle 308... I'd always upgrade whatever I bought anyways.

Well there you go throwing a wrench in things. I have FAL mags also. Add that beast to the list.

I'm checking them out now, but how different is it from the AR platform. I am familiar wtih them.

erwos · Oct 31, 2013

It's its own man, so to speak. Lot of proprietary parts.

edrod68 · Oct 31, 2013

I picked up the Ruger SR762 from 2A last Friday.....

Went to AGC yesterday and put 100+ rounds through while sighting in a scope on it and just plain shooting it.

Had absolutely no problems and it was shooting all in 10 ring at 100 yards its first time out.

only changed one thing on it, I replaced the stock collapsing stock with a Magpul ACS stock...only complaint about the rifle...

tomandjerry00 · Nov 1, 2013

1. I'd say look at an RFB, I just got one and they are PURDY!

2. The FNAR is mostly likely the most accurate out of the box listed there. Also, it was designed to be rugged and have a long working life. I'd pick it if it were me.

Check out NutNFancy's videos on youtube about the FNAR and the DPMS Oracle, great info!

0nesh0t · Nov 19, 2013

I think the FNAR equation is likely to be copied by other companies.

Common detach box mags
Semi auto
Non-AR "looking" with some AR features

I also like how Mossberg has developed the bolt version. .308 MVP series. Wonder if that will catch on.

Vile Shadow · Nov 29, 2013

erwos said:
If AR-10s are scheduled to be banned next session,

Don't be sayin' stuff like that. :nono:

lee2 · Dec 2, 2013

have you taken a look at rock river?
http://www.rockriverarms.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=category.display&category_ID=254

CStuard · Dec 17, 2013

We have two RRA AR15s and are very happy w/ them. But I went DPMS 'LR308T' for a .308. The main reason was DPMS uses much more common magazines. I am happy w/ it with two exceptions. First is it was shipped dry as a bone. I thought I had lubed it completely before the first range trip but then the safety locked in the fire position. Turns out all it needed was some grease. Second is that the trigger is terrible. I have smoothed it some to where it is barely acceptable but will be installing an RRA two stage.

Flipz · Dec 17, 2013

DPMS LR308 SASS or REPR. You should also take a look at the Sig716.

AssMan · Dec 17, 2013

My only complaint about the FNAR is the weight. Well, OK, I don't like paying $50 for mags either. The oft cited field strip issue is really blown out of proportion. It's not that bad and there's no need to completely break it down on a regular basis.

ir0nw1l · Dec 29, 2013

personally, when I am in a position to get my 308 … I am looking at these http://www.pof-usa.com/20-p308-np3.html.

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