SIG NEXT: New Rifles for 2025!

Published on June 23, 2025
Duration: 2:12

SIG SAUER unveiled two new rifles at their SIG Next event: the 516 Mohawk and the Cross Sawtooth. The 516 Mohawk is an updated AR-15 platform featuring a short-stroke piston, adjustable gas, M-LOK handguard, ambi controls, and a non-reciprocating side charging handle. The Cross Sawtooth is a lightweight bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC, boasting a carbon fiber barrel, Arca handguard, two-stage adjustable trigger, and a brake claiming up to 45% recoil reduction, designed for backcountry hunters.

Quick Summary

SIG SAUER introduced two new rifles: the 516 Mohawk, an AR-15 with a short-stroke piston, adjustable gas, and ambi controls, and the Cross Sawtooth, a lightweight 6.5 PRC bolt-action rifle featuring a carbon fiber barrel, Arca handguard, and sub-MOA guarantee, ideal for backcountry hunters.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to SIG Next Rifles
  2. 00:08SIG 516 Mohawk Features
  3. 00:16516 Mohawk: Piston, Gas, Handguard
  4. 00:26516 Mohawk: Charging Handles
  5. 00:35516 Mohawk: Ambi Controls & Trigger
  6. 00:46SIG Cross Sawtooth 6.5 PRC
  7. 00:52Cross Sawtooth: Bolt-Action Design
  8. 00:58Cross Sawtooth: Lightweight Build
  9. 01:01Cross Sawtooth: Carbon Fiber Barrel
  10. 01:07Cross Sawtooth: M-LOK Arca Handguard
  11. 01:17Cross Sawtooth: Trigger Specs
  12. 01:23Cross Sawtooth: Radial Brake
  13. 01:30Cross Sawtooth: Accuracy Guarantee
  14. 01:34Cross Sawtooth: Pic Rail & Stock
  15. 01:44Cross Sawtooth: Backpackable Design
  16. 01:49Cross Sawtooth: Cerakote Finish
  17. 01:55Cross Sawtooth: Backcountry Hunter Focus
  18. 02:03Conclusion: Tactical vs. Hunting Rifles

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the new SIG SAUER 516 Mohawk rifle?

The SIG SAUER 516 Mohawk is an AR-15 platform featuring a short-stroke piston system, adjustable gas, a free-floating M-LOK handguard, rear and side charging handles (including a non-reciprocating side charger), fully ambidextrous controls, and the Matchite Duo curved trigger.

What makes the SIG SAUER Cross Sawtooth suitable for backcountry hunting?

The Cross Sawtooth is designed for backcountry hunting due to its lightweight construction, featuring a Proof Research carbon fiber barrel and a lightened M-LOK Arca handguard. It also includes a folding adjustable stock for packability and a brake that significantly reduces felt recoil.

What caliber is the SIG SAUER Cross Sawtooth chambered in, and what is its accuracy guarantee?

The SIG SAUER Cross Sawtooth is chambered in 6.5 PRC. It comes with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee, indicating its precision potential for long-range hunting applications.

What is the trigger specification for the SIG SAUER Cross Sawtooth?

The SIG SAUER Cross Sawtooth is equipped with a two-stage adjustable match trigger. It offers adjustability ranging from 2.5 to 4 pounds, providing a crisp and customizable trigger pull for precision shooting.

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