FN Patrol Bolt Rifle

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The FNH Patrol Bolt Rifle is a reliable bolt action tactical rifle produced by Fabrique Nationale de Herstal. It is chambered in the standard 7.62x51 NATO (.308)cartridge.

[edit] Manufacturer

The FN Herstal PBR (Patrol Bolt Rifle) is manufactured and distributed by FN Herstal USA, the United States division of the armament company. The design is based on the Winchester Model 70 and is available in 18”, 20”, 22” or 24” barrel lengths. Additionally, a 16” and 18” barrel is available with a recoil reducer. It features a specially designed FN/Hogue stock with a full-length aluminum bedding block, featuring a cold rotary forged medium heavy barrel with recessed crown and a four groove, right hand, 1 in 12 twist rate. It utilizes a removable magazine with four round capacity. The PBR features a Controlled Round Push Feed and a one-piece steel MIL spec M1913 rail utilizing 8/40 screws.

[edit] Ammunition

All models are chambered for 7.62x51mm (.308 WIN) caliber