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

Published on July 22, 2017
Duration: 18:04

This review of the Lithgow LA102 Crossover in .243 Winchester highlights its exceptional accuracy, achieving sub-MOA groups with factory ammunition. The rifle is praised for its solid construction, Australian manufacturing, and adjustable trigger. While the magazine capacity is noted as a limitation, the overall performance makes it a strong contender for hunting and precision shooting applications.

Quick Summary

The Lithgow LA102 Crossover .243 Winchester rifle offers exceptional sub-MOA accuracy with factory ammunition, achieving a 0.5-inch 5-shot group at 100 yards. It features a 22-inch cold hammer-forged barrel with a 1:10 twist, an adjustable trigger (1.5-4 lbs), and is proudly "Australian Made".

Chapters

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Lithgow LA102 Crossover demonstrates excellent accuracy, achieving sub-MOA groups with factory ammunition. A 5-shot group of 0.5 inches was recorded at 100 yards using OSA 100gr Gameking ammunition, highlighting its precision capabilities.

What are the key physical specifications of the Lithgow LA102 Crossover?

The rifle weighs 3.7 kg, has an overall length of 107 cm, and features a 22-inch cold hammer-forged barrel with a 1:10 twist rate. It also includes an optional M14x1 muzzle thread and a 3-round polymer magazine.

How is the trigger on the Lithgow LA102 Crossover?

The LA102 Crossover is equipped with a single-stage adjustable trigger, allowing for pull weights between 1.5 to 4 lbs. The tested unit had a pull weight of just over 3 lbs, offering a clean and crisp break suitable for accurate shooting.

What ammunition was tested with the Lithgow LA102 Crossover?

The review tested several ammunition types, including OSA 70gr Matchking, OSA 87gr V-MAX, OSA 100gr Gameking, Sako 90gr Speedhead, and Tikka 90gr Soft Point, to evaluate the rifle's performance with different loads.

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