The AW50F is a .50 BMG anti-materiel rifle used by the Australian Military. It is a version of Accuracy International AW50, but with a Australian produced Madco barrel and a folding stock. It use with, among other rounds, the multi-purpose Nammo NM140 cartridge. A . ... An anti-materiel rifle is a rifle that is designed for use against military equipment (Matériel) rather than against other combatants (anti-personnel). Generally speaking, they are large-caliber rifles chambered for a powerful cartridge. ...

Overview

The AW50F is intended to engage a variety of targets including radar installations, light vehicles (including light armoured vehicles), field fortifications, boats and ammunition dumps. The standard ammunition combines a penetrator, High Explosive and incendiary effect in a single round. It can of course be used against personnel, though such use would most likely be considered an example of overkill. Overkill is a slang term for the use of excessive force that seems to go farther than just achieving its goal. ...

Whilst the rifle is made in Great Britain, the barrels are Australian, manufactured in Toowoomba, Queensland by Madco. Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia, is 90 minutes drive west of Queenslands capital city, Brisbane, and two hours from the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast beaches. ... Emblems: Faunal - Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus); Floral - Cooktown orchid (Dendrobium bigibbum); Bird - Brolga (Grus rubicunda); Aquatic - Barrier Reef Anemonefish (Amphiprion akindynos); Gem - Sapphire; Colour - Maroon Motto: Audax at Fidelis (Bold but Faithful) Slogan or Nickname: Sunshine State, Smart State Other Australian states and territories Capital Brisbane Government Const. ...

At 15 kilos the rifle is approximately quadruple the mass of a typical assault rifle. The NM140 .50 calibre ammunition is also heavy. The high mass of the weapon, combined with a muzzle brake on the front end and a hydraulic buffer system in the butt, give the AW50F a very low recoil and enhance accuracy.

The the MIL STD 1913 sight rail can hold a variety of equipment; the normal sight for the AW50F is the 3-12 x 50 MKII Mil with Al Mil Dot reticle, 0.2 MRad clicks and elevation to 1,500m and laser protection. Night sights such as the Simrad KN series or Hensoldt NSV 80 can also be fitted.

The weapon's stock folds to improve carriage. It has a fully adjustable bipod and butt support. Four sling loops allow shoulder and hand carriage or the fitting of a back harness.

Specifications

• Calibre : 12.7mm (.50 inch)
• Barrel Length : 690 mm (27.16 inches)
• Barrel Twist  : 1 in 15
• Magazine Capacity : 5 shot
• Weight : 13.5 kg (6.12 lbs) - with no sight fitted and empty magazine
• Length overall : 1,350 mm (53.15 inches)
• Length folded : 1,105 mm (43.5 inches)
• Normal Tactical Range : 1,500 m (4,920 feet)

External links

• AW50F .50 Caliber Rifle