This review details the M21 SWS's performance in a practical accuracy course, engaging targets up to 650 yards. It highlights the rifle's effectiveness with 175gr M118LR ammunition for long-range engagements due to superior wind resistance and terminal ballistics compared to 5.56 platforms. The review also touches upon the specialized gunsmithing required for accuracy and its historical context as a precursor to modern DMRs.
This review details a practical accuracy test of the M21 SWS, a sniper variant of the M14 rifle, chambered in .308 Winchester. The test engaged targets from 150 to 800 yards under challenging environmental conditions. Despite a mechanical jam and shooter error, the rifle achieved a 32 out of 40 hit ratio, demonstrating its capability at extended ranges.
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