XCR-L (5.56) - This Gun almost beat the SCAR: Gun of the Week #14

Published on September 18, 2019
Duration: 6:13

This video provides an in-depth review of the Robinson Armament XCR-L rifle, focusing on its Gen 3 iteration. The presenter highlights its multi-caliber capability, available barrel profiles (lightweight, medium, heavy), and modern handguard options (KeyMod and M-LOK). Key upgrades from previous generations include a low-profile gas block and compatibility with AR-pattern grips. The rifle is praised for its accuracy, proprietary two-stage match trigger, and its potential to outperform the FN SCAR in military trials.

Quick Summary

The Robinson Armament XCR-L is a highly adaptable multi-caliber rifle platform, capable of firing various rounds by swapping barrels. Its Gen 3 iteration features a refined low-profile gas block, modern KeyMod/M-LOK handguards, and an improved Fast-3 stock, making it a strong performer that nearly won US military trials against the FN SCAR.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to XCR-L Gen 3
  2. 00:04Multi-Caliber Capabilities
  3. 00:14Handguard Options (KeyMod/M-LOK)
  4. 00:25Gas Block Comparison (Gen 2 vs Gen 3)
  5. 01:22Available Calibers
  6. 01:45Accuracy and Barrel Retention
  7. 01:52Grip and Trigger Compatibility
  8. 02:03Two-Stage Match Trigger
  9. 02:14Trigger Actuation Feature
  10. 02:36XCR-L vs. AR-15 and SCAR
  11. 03:01Revolutionary Design and Appreciation
  12. 03:12Military Trials and SCAR Competition
  13. 03:37Future Videos and Other Models
  14. 03:56Fast-3 Stock Overview
  15. 04:07Fast-3 Stock Adjustment Features
  16. 04:22Foldable Stock and Cheek Riser
  17. 04:43Fast-3 Stock Variants (L vs M)
  18. 04:56Comparison to Original Stocks
  19. 05:16Original Galil-Style Stocks
  20. 05:45Receiver and Aftermarket Stock Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Robinson Armament XCR-L a multi-caliber rifle?

The XCR-L is designed as a multi-caliber platform, meaning it can be configured to fire various rounds by simply swapping out the barrel. The Gen 3 model reviewed is shown with a 7.62x39mm barrel, but it is also available in calibers like 5.56 NATO, .300 Blackout, and others.

What are the key differences between the Gen 2 and Gen 3 XCR-L models?

The Gen 3 XCR-L features an upgraded low-profile gas block compared to the chunkier block on the Gen 2. Additionally, Gen 3 models offer modern handguard options like KeyMod and M-LOK, and come with the improved Fast-3 stock.

How does the XCR-L's trigger compare to other rifles?

The XCR-L is equipped with a two-stage match trigger that has a pull weight of approximately 3.5 pounds, offering a crisp break. While it currently uses a proprietary trigger, the platform is noted for its potential compatibility with AR-pattern triggers in the future.

Why is the XCR-L considered a competitor to the FN SCAR?

The XCR-L was a direct competitor to the FN SCAR in US military trials. The presenter believes the XCR-L's revolutionary design and performance made it a strong contender, and it very well could have been the adopted rifle if not for minor reasons that excluded it from the competition.

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