Lithgow F90 ATRAX Bullpup Rifle: The Better AUG

Published on October 9, 2016
Duration: 6:02

The Lithgow F90 ATRAX, the civilian version of the F90, is presented as a lighter and more modular bullpup rifle than its predecessors. Key features include a perfectly balanced design, an optional QD grenade launcher, and a tool-less barrel housing group that allows for quick barrel length changes and caliber conversions between 5.56x45mm NATO and .300 Blackout. The rifle is designed to maintain zero with indexed rails and boasts a high mean rounds between stoppages, having passed extensive military testing.

Quick Summary

The Lithgow F90 ATRAX bullpup rifle offers significant modularity with a tool-less barrel housing group for quick barrel length and caliber changes (e.g., 5.56mm to .300 Blackout). It's about a pound lighter than the Steyr AUG and has proven high reliability through military testing.

Chapters

  1. 00:40Introduction to Big 3 East 2016
  2. 00:49Introduction to Lithgow Arms
  3. 01:11History of Lithgow Arms
  4. 01:25Lithgow Military Designations (F90)
  5. 01:28Lithgow F90 ATRAX Civilian Version
  6. 01:35Overview of the F90 ATRAX
  7. 01:43Design Goals: Lighter and More Modular
  8. 01:48Perfect Balance of the Rifle
  9. 01:55Optional QD Grenade Launcher
  10. 02:03Modular Design: Tool-less Barrel Release
  11. 02:09Quick Barrel Length Changes
  12. 02:14Quick Caliber Conversion Capability
  13. 02:23Maintaining Zero with Indexed Rails
  14. 02:28Weight Comparison to Steyr AUG
  15. 02:34Discussion on Grenade Launcher Plans
  16. 02:50Previous Shooting Experience (IRA Veteran)
  17. 03:01Anticipation for Performance in Adverse Conditions
  18. 03:20Reliability Testing and Military Approvals
  19. 03:28High Mean Rounds Between Stoppages (MRBS)
  20. 03:38Round Count from Previous Shoots
  21. 04:02Heading to the Range
  22. 04:17Trigger Pull Discussion (Machine Gun)
  23. 04:36Auto Lockout Tab
  24. 04:43Commercial Trigger Support Discussion
  25. 04:53Magazine Compatibility (AUG Magazines)
  26. 05:03Magpul Magazine Support
  27. 05:13Demonstration of Tri-Fire Mode

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key modularity features of the Lithgow F90 ATRAX?

The Lithgow F90 ATRAX features a tool-less barrel housing group that allows for quick changes in barrel length and caliber conversion, such as between 5.56x45mm NATO and .300 Blackout. Its rails are indexed to the barrel to maintain zero.

How does the Lithgow F90 ATRAX compare in weight to the Steyr AUG?

The Lithgow F90 ATRAX is approximately one pound lighter than the Steyr AUG, making it a more manageable platform, especially for extended use or when carrying additional gear.

What is the reliability of the Lithgow F90 ATRAX?

The F90 ATRAX has passed extensive Australian, UK, and NATO military testing, boasting a phenomenally high mean rounds between stoppages (MRBS), significantly exceeding current systems in reliability.

What are the magazine compatibility options for the Lithgow F90 ATRAX?

The Lithgow F90 ATRAX is compatible with standard Steyr AUG magazines. Additionally, Magpul is producing cost-effective polymer magazines specifically for this platform.

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