Lithgow "LA102" Crossover .243 Winchester (243WIN) Rifle

Published on July 22, 2017
Duration: 18:04

The Lithgow LA102 Crossover in .243 Winchester is an Australian-made bolt-action rifle praised for its exceptional sub-MOA accuracy with factory ammunition. It features a cold hammer-forged barrel, a 60-degree bolt throw, and an adjustable trigger. While highly accurate and well-finished, the reviewer noted the low magazine capacity as a drawback.

Quick Summary

The Lithgow LA102 Crossover in .243 Winchester is an Australian-made bolt-action rifle praised for its sub-MOA accuracy with factory ammunition. It features a 22-inch cold hammer-forged barrel, a 60-degree bolt throw, and an adjustable trigger, though its 3-round magazine capacity was noted as a drawback.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Initial Shooting
  2. 01:34Unboxing & Stock Options
  3. 02:39Physical Specs & Barrel Details
  4. 03:25Trigger & Magazine Review
  5. 04:17Safety & Bolt Operation
  6. 05:21Rail & Optics Setup
  7. 06:31Ammunition Selection for Testing
  8. 07:51100-Yard Accuracy Testing Results
  9. 11:47300-Yard Performance
  10. 16:33Final Verdict & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the accuracy of the Lithgow LA102 Crossover .243 Winchester?

The Lithgow LA102 Crossover demonstrated exceptional accuracy, achieving sub-MOA groups with factory ammunition. The Tikka 90gr SP and OSA 100gr Gameking loads performed particularly well, with the latter producing a 0.5-inch 5-shot group at 100 yards.

What are the key features of the Lithgow LA102 Crossover rifle?

Key features include its Australian-made construction, a 22-inch cold hammer-forged barrel with a 1:10 twist, a 60-degree bolt throw for scope clearance, a three-position safety, and an adjustable single-stage trigger. It also comes with a Picatinny rail.

What ammunition was used for testing the Lithgow LA102?

The reviewer tested several factory ammunition loads including OSA 70gr Matchking, OSA 87gr V-MAX, OSA 100gr Gameking, Sako 90gr Speedhead, and Tikka 90gr Soft Point.

What are the main criticisms of the Lithgow LA102 Crossover?

The primary criticisms mentioned by the reviewer were the rifle's low 3-round magazine capacity and a personal preference for a chassis version of the rifle, suggesting potential areas for future development.

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