Aero Made a 6.5 Creedmoor Rifle for US Special Ops: The MRGG

Published on February 21, 2023
Duration: 8:22

Aero Precision developed a prototype 6.5 Creedmoor rifle for the SOCOM MRGG solicitation, featuring both sniper and assault rifle variants. This full-auto capable rifle utilizes an M5E1 upper, a Proof Research carbon fiber barrel, and an in-house Lahar-30 suppressor. While the specific MRGG package isn't commercially available, many components are derived from Aero's standard M5/AR-10 product line.

Quick Summary

The Aero Precision MRGG is a prototype 6.5 Creedmoor rifle designed for US Special Operations Command (SOCOM) under the Mid-Range Gas Gun solicitation. It features full-auto capability, an M5E1 upper, a Proof Research carbon fiber barrel, and an in-house Lahar-30 suppressor, exploring the 6.5 Creedmoor round in a battle rifle configuration.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Aero Precision Factory Tour
  2. 00:42The SOCOM MRGG Solicitation Explained
  3. 01:20Full-Auto 6.5 Creedmoor Capability
  4. 02:03M5E1 Upper Receiver & Lahar-30 Suppressor
  5. 03:35Proof Research Barrel & Enhanced Handguard
  6. 05:19Geissele Trigger & B5 Furniture
  7. 06:10Manufacturing Automation & Component Availability

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Aero Precision MRGG rifle?

The Aero Precision MRGG (Mid-Range Gas Gun) is a prototype rifle developed for a US Special Operations Command (SOCOM) solicitation. It's chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor and designed in two variants: a sniper support rifle and an assault/battle rifle.

What caliber is the Aero Precision MRGG rifle?

The Aero Precision MRGG rifle is chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor. This caliber was specified by SOCOM for the Mid-Range Gas Gun solicitation, exploring its use in both precision and full-auto roles.

What are the key features of the Aero Precision MRGG prototype?

Key features include a full-auto capability in 6.5 Creedmoor, an M5E1 upper receiver with integral handguard mounting, a Proof Research carbon fiber wrapped barrel, an in-house Lahar-30 suppressor, a Geissele full-auto trigger, and B5 Systems furniture.

Is the Aero Precision MRGG rifle available to civilians?

The specific MRGG package developed for the military solicitation is not available to the commercial market. However, many of the components used in its construction are part of Aero Precision's standard M5/AR-10 product line.

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