Have you seen a XM8 Assualt Rifle?

[Auckland]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63cxeEq5gUk

 

[txiyo]

I don't want to be a dick, but hate links out.

 

[Norton]

I know it's a pipe dream that HK would ever issue a civilian version of that thing, but damn that's nice.

 

[Numidian]

Looks like it wouldn't be hard to drop your mag instead of releasing your bolt....

Other then that I prefer metal(even aluminum like the AR) to tupperware... That thing is like the Chevy Avalanche of guns...

 

[JeepDriver]

Yep, got to check 2 of them out at APG a couple weeks ago. Serial # 370 and 390 #370 was just like the one in the video.

It's a G36 with different clothing. Not really all that impressed with them. They had some nice electronic sights on them and one of them was the "squad automatic weapon" version, it had a longer barrel and a Beta Mag.

Good decision to stick with the M16

 

[txiyo]

dead contract rifle

I think all of the hype is about the FN-SCAR heavy and light.

But all modular rifles are pretty cool.

also see http://www.foxnews.com/wires/2008Apr20/0,4670,TheGunWars,00.html

 

[Numidian]

SCAR is even worse then the XM8 for being a tupperware gun....

 

[txiyo]

SCAR is even worse then the XM8 for being a tupperware gun...

reference for that comment?

 

[Numidian]

reference for that comment?

I'm talking about looks... I have no idea what they're made of or what kind of internals they have...

The XM8 and the SCAR both look like something that could be set to phase or pulse depending on what alien you're up against... I like my guns to look like guns...not plastic toys...

 

[txiyo]

I know what you mean. I just think that it is possible FN has made a pretty good rifle. If the civilian models is starting at ~$2,300 and it is winning the SOCOM contract, it maybe better than something else.

I think the plastics are taking over: easier to manufacture, stronger, easier to maintain, last longer, and they corrode less.

another good up and coming rifle is the http://www.barrettrifles.com/rifle_rec7.aspx



but the military will never switch to 6.8spc.
Someone testing the XM8 said it melted and the sighting system is can become easily distorted.

A poll from somewhere else says that the HK-416 is the best platform.



I'm pretty sure the HK-416's performance and the XM-8's inherent problems ended the XM8.

So if your into this thread you should get the Barrett 6.8, FN-SCAR, or HK-416 all of which cost well over $2,000 and out perfom the XM8

If you want to do that fantasy stuff http://www.tk560.com/m41a.html

 

[3rdRcn]

I read that SOCOM was going with the HK416 and 417, did I read bad info.?

 

[Kevp]

Mark,

The HK416 had nothing to do with the XM8's demise. The XM8 went away because the Army did not have a valid requirement to procure the weapon system. The XM8 was the kinetic platform of the Objective Individual Combat Weapon (OICW). When OICW requirement was cancelled, the Army attempted to move forward on just the kinetic piece without a valid requirement and that is a no-no. Also, the prior post stating that the XM8 is really just a G36 is absolutely correct. Kevin

 

[DD214]

I like my guns to look like guns...not plastic toys...

So, did you pick up that M&P9 yet?

 

[Kevp]

Mark,

One more thing...the XM8 outperformed the SCAR, HK416, and the M4 in the recent dust test. That is only one test but it did consist of 10ea. guns of each model with each firing 6000 rds. The XM8 performed very well granted both it and the SCAR (at that point) have to be considered prototype guns as neither was in full scale production. Remember that the XM8 wasn't canned due to performance. Kevin

 

[Numidian]

So, did you pick up that M&P9 yet?

I have no problem with plastic guns... I just still want it to look like a gun

 

[nighthawk2099]

So if your into this thread you should get the Barrett 6.8, FN-SCAR, or HK-416 all of which cost well over $2,000 and out perfom the XM8.

Actually, the 6.8 uppers will fit and function with the AR lowers, even using the existing mags. So, for about $400 - $500 depending on length and manufacturer, you can get a 6.8 upper and use 1 lower for both 5.56 and 6.8.

Myself, I'm working to save and build an 18" rifle in 6.8. If the $$ happens to be there, I might build a 6.5 Grendel also. Now THAT'S a bada$$ round.

 

[gibby]

Kevp, you must work at Michealsville.

 

[Kevp]

Gibby,

I don't work at Michaelsville, but wish I did. I am a retired Army officer and now a DA civilian. My last job had me square in the middle of a lot of the current rifle controversy. I'll leave it at that.

 

[Adams74Chevy]

Actually, the 6.8 uppers will fit and function with the AR lowers, even using the existing mags. So, for about $400 - $500 depending on length and manufacturer, you can get a 6.8 upper and use 1 lower for both 5.56 and 6.8.

Myself, I'm working to save and build an 18" rifle in 6.8. If the $$ happens to be there, I might build a 6.5 Grendel also. Now THAT'S a bada$$ round.

What's the best price you've seen for 6.5G complete uppers? I really want to get one, but I'll be a while saving yet.

 

[nighthawk2099]

What's the best price you've seen for 6.5G complete uppers? I really want to get one, but I'll be a while saving yet.

I've only seen them from Sabre Defense, and they start around $900 and run up to $1500 depending on want. It's not cheap, so I'm not sure when this will ever get built.

You might want to look around the 6.5 G Forum. A lot of good info there. Nice pics too.