Bushmaster M17S vs Steyr AUG A3

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Bushmaster M17S

Bushmaster M17S

RiflesDiscontinued

RiflesIn production

Overview

Spec

Bushmaster M17S

Steyr AUG A3

Manufacturer

Bushmaster Firearms International

Steyr Mannlicher

Country

Production

1992–2005

1978–present

Units produced

Limited production

Unknown

Specifications

Spec

Bushmaster M17S

Steyr AUG A3

Overall length

762 mm

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Barrel length

457 mm

20 in (508 mm)

Weight

3.5 kg

8.0 lb (3.63 kg)

Magazine capacity

30 rounds

30

Action type

gas-operated

Gas-operated (long-stroke piston), rotating bolt

Trigger type

single-stage (noted for stiffness)

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Sights

Integrated rail

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Calibers

Bushmaster M17S

.223 Remington / 5.56x45mm NATO 5.56x45mm NATO

Steyr AUG A3

.223 Remington / 5.56x45mm NATO

Bushmaster M17S Steyr AUG A3

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