| ArmaLite AR-50 | |
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| Type | Bolt action rifle |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Production history | |
| Designed | 1997 - 1999 |
| Manufacturer | Armalite |
| Produced | 1999[1] - Present |
| Variants | Armalite AR-30 (smaller caliber) |
| Specifications | |
| Weight | 34 lb (15.5 kg) |
| Length | 59.5 in (1511 mm) |
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| Cartridge | .50 BMG |
| Caliber | 12.7 mm (.50 in) |
| Action | Bolt action |
| Feed system | 1 bullet[2] |
| Sights | Can use any with Picatinny railing |
The ArmaLite AR-50 is a single shot bolt action rifle manufactured by ArmaLite.
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The AR-50 rifle utilizes weight and a large fluted muzzle brake to provide very mild recoil. The AR-50 weighs approximately 34 pounds and is a single shot bolt action rifle. The barrel is extremely thick and rigid to minimize the "whip" effect of rifle barrels which flex when fired.
The receiver features Armalite's unique octagonal design which strengthens the receiver against flexing. The receiver is bedded to the V-shaped stock while the barrel is free floated above the forend. The three piece AR-50 stock is constructed from aluminum and features an extruded forend, machined skeleton butt stock with removable and vertically adjustable butt plate.