Sig 556Xi Russian Part 2

Published on December 17, 2014
Duration: 16:13

This review of the Sig 556Xi Russian replacement rifle highlights significant reliability issues, including frequent failures to eject and single-shot behavior, even after cleaning and lubrication. Accuracy testing revealed 'AK-like' performance with Wolf ammo (2.5-inch group) but disappointing results with PMC ammo (3.75-inch group). The rifle was ultimately compared unfavorably to a Krebs Custom AK-103K for accuracy.

Quick Summary

The Sig 556Xi Russian replacement rifle exhibited significant reliability issues, including failures to eject and single-shot behavior, even after cleaning. Accuracy was 'AK-like' with Wolf ammo (2.5") but poor with PMC ammo (3.75"), falling short of expectations.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction & Replacement Rifle
  2. 01:25Initial Malfunctions & Single-Shot Issues
  3. 02:37Cleaning, Lubrication & Continued Problems
  4. 06:20Accuracy Test: Wolf Ammo
  5. 07:35Accuracy Test: PMC Ammo & Reliability
  6. 11:55TargetCam Performance
  7. 14:15Final Assessment & Krebs AK Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the main reliability issues with the Sig 556Xi Russian replacement rifle?

The replacement Sig 556Xi Russian experienced significant reliability problems, including multiple failures to eject within the first ten rounds and developing single-shot behavior by the eleventh round, even after cleaning and lubrication.

How accurate was the Sig 556Xi Russian with different ammunition types?

Accuracy testing showed the Sig 556Xi Russian achieved 'AK-like' accuracy with Wolf 124gr ammo, producing a 2.5-inch group at 100 yards. However, PMC 123gr ammo resulted in a less impressive 3.75-inch group.

Did cleaning and lubrication improve the Sig 556Xi Russian's performance?

Despite thorough cleaning and replacing the factory white lithium grease with CLP, the Sig 556Xi Russian continued to experience malfunctions, suggesting the issues might be inherent to the rifle's design or specific components.

How did the Sig 556Xi Russian compare in accuracy to other rifles?

The reviewer found the Sig 556Xi Russian's accuracy disappointing, noting that a Krebs Custom AK-103K achieved tighter groups with a red dot sight than the Sig did with a 14-power scope.

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