Sig MCX Rattler, MCX Virtus, 6.5 Creedmor - SHOT Show 2018 Day 3

Published on January 27, 2018
Duration: 13:26

This video from SHOT Show 2018 provides an expert overview of several Sig Sauer firearms, including the ultra-compact MCX Rattler, the modular MCX Virtus, and the 716 Gen 2 rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor. Rich Morovitz from Sig Sauer details key features, technical improvements, and specialized kits like the Single Stamp Upper, highlighting modularity, suppressor integration, and precision capabilities.

Quick Summary

At SHOT Show 2018, Sig Sauer showcased the MCX Rattler, an ultra-compact .300 Blackout carbine with a 5.5-inch barrel and SB Tactical brace. The modular MCX Virtus featured enhanced accuracy components and optics integration, while the 716 Gen 2 in 6.5 Creedmoor offered long-range precision capabilities. A notable item was the MCX Virtus Single Stamp Upper, combining a short barrel with a pinned/welded suppressor for simplified NFA compliance.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Intro MCX Rattler
  2. 03:05Overview MCX Virtus
  3. 08:21Sig 716 Gen 2 6.5 Creedmoor
  4. 11:45MCX Virtus Single Stamp Upper

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Sig MCX Rattler?

The Sig MCX Rattler is an ultra-compact firearm featuring a 5.5-inch barrel, chambered in .300 Blackout, equipped with an SB Tactical side-folding brace, and a two-position gas system for suppressed or unsuppressed use.

How does the Sig MCX Virtus differ from its Gen 1 predecessor?

The MCX Virtus boasts technical improvements over Gen 1, including a thicker barrel profile and optimized gas port locations for enhanced accuracy and reliability, along with greater modularity and integration with Sig Electro-Optics.

What is the advantage of the Sig MCX Virtus Single Stamp Upper?

The Single Stamp Upper kit includes a 6.75-inch barrel with a permanently attached 19-baffle titanium suppressor, allowing it to be registered as a single NFA item, simplifying the ownership process.

What caliber is the Sig 716 Gen 2 featured in this video?

The Sig 716 Gen 2 rifle presented at SHOT Show 2018 is chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, designed for long-range precision shooting applications with its monolithic upper receiver and 20 MOA rail.

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