Kaiser X7 Fusion

     Notes: The Fusion Monarch is an AR Clone which is surprisingly light and touch and durable, as well as being light.  This due to its advance polymer upper receiver, lower receiver, and handguards.  The receivers are made from injection-molded virgin polymer (as opposed to recycled, reground polymer infused with both long and short-stand fibers.  The resulting polymer is resistant to weather, and is exceptionally durable, as well as resistance to cracking and chattering, something that has plagued many early polymer AR designs.  The finish may conceivably be any color, though Kaiser for now sells the Fusion only in black or dark earth.  The Engage EPG16 handguards are made of the same polymer, and are well-ventilated, and comes with a full length MIL-STD-1913 rail, connecting to the rail above the receiver.  They have KeyMod attachment points on the sides, with which a shooter may customize his rifle, directly (with some accessories) or a Picatinny Rail or Weaver rail.  They transfer little heat, and free-float handguards.  They are also designed to be as rigid as possible.  The handguards are almost as long as the barrel, leaving only 10 millimeters of the barrel and the flash suppressor out of the handguards. The stock may is a Mission First Minimalist Battlelink skeletonized sliding stock with six positions. It has a cheekpiece designed to deal with most optics available for the AR today.

     The bolt carrier, firing pin and gas key are all made of titanium, further contributing to the light weight.  The Faxon stainless steel 16-inch barrel is treated with black nitride and finished in black, as is the proprietary flash suppressor.  The flash suppressor, charging handle, controls, and the interior of the receiver are also treated with black nitride. The barrel is free-floating and match-quality. The Fusion has a set of MagPul BUS front and rear sights, which for the most part adjust like standard M-16/M-4 sights.  The Fusion has a QD sling attachment point is on the butt, and it is attached to it is a NEMO Rapid Assault Team strap, about 8 feet of braided 550 cord. The Engage tactical pistol grip tactical is a bit more ergonomic than an A2 grip; it has a grooved backstrap and finger grooves on the front.  The trigger guard is enlarged for gloves.  It is hollow, and closes on a storage chamber that is watertight.  Most metallic parts are coated with NP3 Plus, which greatly reduces the need for lubrication.

     The Fusion Standard has handguards about 51 millimeters shorter than the Fusion Monarch.  They come only in black, but otherwise are like the Fusion Monarch’s handguards.  It is slightly lighter than the Monarch, but the Standard is identical to the Monarch for game purposes.

     The next two versions are pistol versions, but they are included for the sake of completeness. The Standard Pistol barrels come in 7.5 and 10.5 inches in 5.56mm and 8.5 inches in .300. and are tipped with a conical flash suppressor.  The handguard are very short, but have the same Picatinny rail setup.  The handguards are KSP Slimline handguards.  They do not free-float the barrel.  Black nitride coats most of the pistol, and the receiver halves are black. The bolt carrier group components are treated with black nitride. The Standard Pistol uses a Carpenter 158 bolt. The end of the buffer tube is foam rubber-coated; this can be easily slipped off to attach a brace or a stock (which, of course, requires a lot of paperwork and fees in the US and is illegal in many other countries).

     The X7 Amphibian Anti-Piracy Weapon is similar to the Standard Pistol, but comes only in one caliber and one barrel length.  The barrel is 10 inches, and tipped with KSP Flash Can muzzle brake. Metallic parts are coated in NP3 Plus.  It uses an XTECH ATG pistol grip, which is adjustable for angle and size.  The receivers are molded in sea-blue, while the rest of the rifle is black, except for the barrel and buffer tube, which are bright stainless steel.

     Of course, the first thought that comes to mind is feeding these weapons with polymer magazines, though they can take most AR magazines.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

X7 Fusion Monarch

5.56mm NATO

2.27 kg

10, 20, 30

$602

X7 Fusion Standard

5.56mm NATO

2.09 kg

10, 20, 30

$602

X7 Fusion Standard (Pistol (7.5” Barrel)

5.56mm NATO

 

10, 20, 30

 

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

X7 Fusion Monarch/Standard

SA

3

1-Nil

4/6

3

Nil

43

X7 Fusion Standard Pistol (5.56mm, 7.5”)

SA

2

1-Nil

5

3

Nil

37

 

Kel-Tec SUB-2000

     Notes: This is a carbine designed for pistol cartridges.  The weapon is largely built of polymers for lighter weight.  The weapon can be folded for storage (but not fired when folded) at the breech.  When folded, the weapon can be locked with a key for safety, and this feature made it popular with people who had small children.  The sights are luminous and are adjustable, and the SUB-2000 can be disassembled without tools.

     Twilight 2000 Notes: This weapon does not exist.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

SUB-2000

9mm Parabellum

2.04 kg

10, 15

$280

SUB-2000

.40 Smith & Wesson

2.04 kg

10, 15

$317

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

SUB-2000 (9mm)

SA

2

1-Nil

5

2

Nil

36

SUB-2000 (.40)

SA

2

1-Nil

5

3

Nil

37

 

Kel-Tec SU-16

     Notes: This is similar in concept to the SUB-2000, being a folding carbine built largely of polymers.  It is, however, chambered for the 5.56mm NATO cartridge.  The SU-16 is, therefore, heavier and larger. 

     The stock of the SU-16 series is hollow, and can fit two 10-round or one 20 or 30-round magazine in it.  The operating system is for the most part the same as the AR-15.  The SU-16 has an integral folding bipod. 

     There are several variants of the basic SU-16.  The SU-16B is sort of a carbine version of the SU-16, with a shorter barrel and somewhat lighter construction.  The SU-16C is an SU-16B with a true folding stock, instead of folding at the breech; firing with the stock folded makes the weapon extremely awkward, and such shots are done at -4.  While The SUD-9 and SUD-12 are variants of the SU-16C, they have 9 and 12-inch barrels respectively, no bipod, a flash suppressor, and handguards equipped with an underbarrel MIL-STD-1913 rail.  They are designed primarily for police concerns.

     The SU-16CA is a new model, introduced in 2006; it is an improved/modified SU-16 with a short MIL-STD-1913 rail atop the receiver, which has both the detachable front and rear sights.  While this leads to an extremely short sight radius when using the iron sights; the SU-16CA is not really meant for use with those sights; Kel-Tec instead recommends the use of a scope or holographic-type battle sights.  The muzzle is threaded for use with various accessories.  The SU-16CA is more meant for police and covert use instead of civilian use, though it is sold to civilians in unmodified form.  Though the weight is somewhat different, it shoots (for game purposes) like a standard SU-16C, and is therefore not given a separate entry on the firing tables below.

     For those shooters looking for economy (especially in ammunition), Kel-Tec offers the SU-22CA.  Though sharing many similarities with the rest of the SU-16 series, the SU-22CA is not a conversion package; the internal parts and interior molding of the receiver are designed specifically for the SU-22CA, and the sights are modified for the SU-22CA.  The SU-22CA, however, will accept most of the accessories as the SU-16CA, particularly at the threaded muzzle.  Controls are in the same positions as those of the rest of the SU-16 series.  Magazines are proprietary and are smoked translucent magazines that are shaped similarly to an AR-15 30-round magazine, and have an internal column for the .22 Long Rifle ammunition.  The SU-22CA will also accept magazines designed for the Atchisson AR-15-.22 conversion.  The stock does not fold as on the SU-16CA.  Barrel length is 16.1 inches.

     Twilight 2000 Notes: The SU-16 is very rare in the Twilight 2000 timeline, and the SU-16B does not exist in manufactured form.  The SU-16C and CA do not exist at all in the Twilight 2000 timeline, nor do the SUD-9, SUD-12, or SU-22CA.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

SU-16

5.56mm NATO

2.27 kg

10, 20, 30

$1026

SU-16B

5.56mm NATO

2.04 kg

10, 20, 30

$965

SU-16C

5.56mm NATO

2.13 kg

10, 20, 30

$965

SU-16CA

5.56mm NATO

2.14 kg

10, 20, 30

$967

SUD-9

5.56mm NATO

1.71 kg

10, 20, 30

$512

SUD-12

5.56mm NATO

1.79 kg

10, 20, 30

$543

SU-22CA

.22 Long Rifle

1.81 kg

10, 26

$221

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

SU-16

SA

3

1-Nil

6

3

Nil

47

SU-16 (Bipod)

SA

3

1-Nil

6

2

Nil

62

SU-16B

SA

3

1-Nil

5

3

Nil

40

SU-16B (Bipod)

SA

3

1-Nil

5

2

Nil

52

SU-16C

SA

3

1-Nil

4/5

3

Nil

40

SU-16C (Bipod)

SA

3

1-Nil

4/5

2

Nil

52

SUD-9

SA

2

1-Nil

3/4

3

Nil

16

SUD-12

SA

2

1-Nil

3/5

3

Nil

25

SU-22CA

SA

1

Nil

4

1

Nil

33

 

LeMAG MAG-1 

     Notes: A custom modification by Tim LeGendre of the M-1 Carbine, the MAG-1 was produced in two calibers, first on a whim, then in limited numbers for US Special Operations forces and for big game hunters.  The MAG-1 has all the balance and lightness of the original weapon, and has reputably very controllable recoil despite their greatly increased calibers.  The stocks have been replaced with a synthetic stock, since the original wooden stocks crack under the pressure of the higher calibers. 

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

MAG-1

.45 Winchester Magnum

3.5 kg

6, 12

$434

MAG-1

.50 Action Express

3.5 kg

5, 10

$504

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

MAG-1 (.45)

SA

4

1-1-Nil

6

2

Nil

49

MAG-1 (.50)

SA

5

1-2-Nil

6

3

Nil

50

 

LeMAG MAG-14 

     Notes: Another custom modification by Tim LeGendre, this time of the M-14, the MAG-14 is modified for the .338WM round.  Again, the stock has been replaced with a synthetic one, and the sights have been replaced with new ones appropriate for the new caliber.  The rifle is fed from a modified M-1 Garand clip or a modified BAR magazine. 

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

MAG-14

.338 Winchester Magnum

4.8 kg

5 Clip, 8

$1894

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

MAG-14

SA

6

2-3-Nil

7

4

Nil

82

 

LeMAG MAG-15 

     Notes: Another custom modification by Tim LeGendre, this time of the AR-15 in a custom caliber called .45 Professional.  The new round has nearly the ballistics of the .338WM while reliably feeding into a modified AR-15. Though accuracy is not its strong suit, damaging potential is.  The magazines are modified AR-15/M-16 magazines, but the 90MWG and 100-round C-Mags cannot be used with this weapon.  It is notable that Eugene Stoner, inventor of the AR-15 series, insisted that this modification could not be accomplished. 

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

MAG-15

.45 Professional

4 kg

8, 12

$2142

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

MAG-15

SA

6

2-4-Nil

6

5

Nil

74

 

Les Baer Custom Ultimate Super Varmint

     Notes: The LBC Ultimate Super Varmint is a highly-accurized version of the AR-15.  It is chambered for 5.56mm NATO ammunition, as well as the new .204 Ruger, but the Ultimate Super Varmint boasts almost sniper-rifle-like accuracy (1/2 MOA with factory ammunition).  Like most Les Baer weapons, the Ultimate Super Varmint is built almost entirely from scratch, using parts which Les Baer produces for himself.  The barrel, bolt, bolt carrier group, and extractor are chromed for extra reliability, and all parts are precision-machined.  The firing pin is made from titanium and generally will not break, nor will it corrode.  The exterior of the rifle has a custom finish called “Baer Coat.”  The upper receiver has a MIL-STD-1913 rail and in front of the barrel shroud is another very short rail (the rifle is not normally used with iron sights, but the rails can mount them). 

     Twilight 2000 Notes: The 5.56mm NATO version is extremely rare, and the .204 Ruger version does not exist at all.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Ultimate Super Varmint (18” Barrel)

5.56mm NATO

4.36 kg

10

$1035

Ultimate Super Varmint (20” Barrel)

5.56mm NATO

4.44 kg

10

$1099

Ultimate Super Varmint (22” Barrel)

5.56mm NATO

4.52 kg

10

$1163

Ultimate Super Varmint (24” Barrel)

5.56mm NATO

4.59 kg

10

$1227

Ultimate Super Varmint (18” Barrel)

.204 Ruger

4.25 kg

10

$986

Ultimate Super Varmint (20” Barrel)

.204 Ruger

4.33 kg

10

$1050

Ultimate Super Varmint (22” Barrel)

.204 Ruger

4.41 kg

10

$1114

Ultimate Super Varmint (24” Barrel)

.204 Ruger

4.49 kg

10

$1178

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Ultimate Super Varmint (18”, 5.56mm)

SA

3

1-Nil

6

2

Nil

51

Ultimate Super Varmint (18”, 5.56mm, Bipod)

SA

3

1-Nil

6

1

Nil

66

Ultimate Super Varmint (20”, 5.56mm)

SA

3

1-Nil

6

2

Nil

59

Ultimate Super Varmint (20”, 5.56mm, Bipod)

SA

3

1-Nil

6

1

Nil

77

Ultimate Super Varmint (22”, 5.56mm)

SA

3

1-Nil

6

2

Nil

67

Ultimate Super Varmint (22”, 5.56mm, Bipod)

SA

3

1-Nil

6

1

Nil

87

Ultimate Super Varmint (24”, 5.56mm)

SA

3

1-Nil

7

2

Nil

73

Ultimate Super Varmint (24”, 5.56mm, Bipod)

SA

3

1-Nil

7

1

Nil

95

Ultimate Super Varmint (18”, .204)

SA

3

1-1-Nil

6

2

Nil

44

Ultimate Super Varmint (18”, .204, Bipod)

SA

3

1-1-Nil

6

1

Nil

58

Ultimate Super Varmint (20”, .204)

SA

3

1-1-Nil

6

2

Nil

52

Ultimate Super Varmint (20”, .204, Bipod)

SA

3

1-1-Nil

6

1

Nil

67

Ultimate Super Varmint (22”, .204)

SA

3

1-1-Nil

6

2

Nil

60

Ultimate Super Varmint (22”, .204, Bipod)

SA

3

1-1-Nil

6

1

Nil

77

Ultimate Super Varmint (24”, .204)

SA

3

1-1-Nil

7

2

Nil

65

Ultimate Super Varmint (24”, .204, Bipod)

SA

3

1-1-Nil

7

1

Nil

85

 

LMT MWS

     Notes: The recent special issue magazine, Guide to Long-Range Accuracy, lists the MWS (Modular Weapon System) as a sniper rifle; however, LMT’s own site makes it sound more like a battle/hunting rifle.  I am therefore going to list it here with other sporting rifles.

     While the British used the M-110 for a short time in the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, they were never really impressed with it for a variety of reasons.  They commissioned a new spotter’s rifle, which was first employed in the early 2000’s, designating it the L-129A1 (after testing).  Though they intended never to have a civilian version built, they eventually agreed with LMT, after deleting some more secret features.  This is being called by LMT the LM-308MWS.

     The MWS is an AR-type weapon designed for a variety of calibers, most of which are meant to appeal to civilians. Nonetheless, the MWS has a number of features that could make it useful to police or even some military users.  The charging handle is enlarged to make charging easier. The MWS has ambidextrous controls, though the controls are smaller on the right side than the left.  The front and rear sights are quickly and easily adjustable using knobs (not normally found on the front sight of an AR).  The MWS has MIL-STD-1913 rails on the top (the rails on the upper receiver and atop the handguards lock together, making them continuous), the sides of the handguards, and under the handguards. (The MWS ships with rail covers if the user needs them.)  The MWS has a total of five sling attachment points built in (potentially others could be mounted on the rails). The stock is a SOPMOD stock, a modified version of the M-4’s stock.  Barrels are 16, 18 or 20 inches, cryogenically-treated and specially-mounted (though not free floating, they do help in the accuracy department).  The trigger is a two-stage “tactical” trigger (I haven’t been able to find out what makes the trigger “tactical”).

     So, what makes the MWS modular.  Well, the barrel-mounting hardware allows the user to change barrels between different lengths, and even to different calibers (or both) as desired.

     While one can do a lot of things with an MWS, one could also do some minor weightlifting, as it is heavy for the type rifle it is.  However, this added weight has the effect of dampening felt recoil and muzzle climb, so it is a mixed blessing.

     Twilight 2000 Notes: These rifles are not available in the Twilight 2000 timeline.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

MWS-243 (16” Barrel)

.243 Winchester

3.91 kg

10, 20

$734

MWS-243 (18” Barrel)

.243 Winchester

3.97 kg

10, 20

$754

MWS-243 (20” Barrel)

.243 Winchester

4.03 kg

10, 20

$775

MWS-260 (16” Barrel)

.260 Remington

4.45 kg

10, 20

$960

MWS-260 (18” Barrel)

.260 Remington

4.52 kg

10, 20

$981

MWS-260 (20” Barrel)

.260 Remington

4.59 kg

10, 20

$1005

MWS-6.5 (16” Barrel)

6.5mm Creedmoor

3.84 kg

10, 20

$791

MWS-6.5 (18” Barrel)

6.5mm Creedmoor

3.9 kg

10, 20

$813

MWS-6.5 (20” Barrel)

6.5mm Creedmoor

3.96 kg

10, 20

$834

MWS-7mm (16” Barrel)

7mm-08 Remington

4.12 kg

10, 20

$919

MWS-7mm (18” Barrel)

7mm-08 Remington

4.18 kg

10, 20

$940

MWS-7mm (20” Barrel)

7mm-08 Remington

4.24 kg

10, 20

$960

MWS-308 (16” Barrel)

7.62mm NATO

4.53 kg

10, 20

$1029

MWS-308 (18” Barrel)

7.62mm NATO

4.6 kg

10, 20

$1050

MWS-308 (20” Barrel)

7.62mm NATO

4.67 kg

10, 20

$1071

MWS-338 (16” Barrel)

.338 Federal

4.87 kg

10, 20

$1194

MWS-338 (18” Barrel)

.338 Federal

4.95 kg

10, 20

$1216

MWS-338 (20” Barrel)

.338 Federal

5.03 kg

10, 20

$1237

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

MWS-243 (16” Barrel)

SA

3

2-Nil

5/6

2

Nil

38

MWS-243 (18” Barrel)

SA

3

2-Nil

5/6

2

Nil

46

MWS-243 (20” Barrel)

SA

3

2-Nil

5/7

2

Nil

53

MWS-260 (16” Barrel)

SA

3

1-2-Nil

4/6

3

Nil

40

MWS-260 (18” Barrel)

SA

4

1-2-Nil

5/7

3

Nil

48

MWS-260 (20” Barrel)

SA

4

1-2-Nil

6/7

3

Nil

57

MWS-6.5 (16” Barrel)

SA

3

1-2-Nil

5/6

3

Nil

53

MWS-6.5 (18” Barrel)

SA

3

1-2-Nil

5/6

3

Nil

64

MWS-6.5 (20” Barrel)

SA

3

1-2-Nil

5/7

3

Nil

74

MWS-7mm (16” Barrel)

SA

4

2-Nil

5/6

3

Nil

45

MWS-7mm (18” Barrel)

SA

4

2-Nil

5/7

3

Nil

54

MWS-7mm (20” Barrel)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

6/7

3

Nil

63

MWS-308 (16” Barrel)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

5/7

3

Nil

46

MWS-308 (18” Barrel)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

6/7

3

Nil

55

MWS-308 (20” Barrel)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

6/7

3

Nil

64

MWS-338 (16” Barrel)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

6/7

3

Nil

46

MWS-338 (18” Barrel)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

6/7

3

Nil

55

MWS-338 (20” Barrel)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

6/8

3

Nil

64

 

Marlin 45

     Notes: The Marlin 45 (also called, incorrectly, the Model 45 Camp Carbine; the “Camp Carbine” name is used by Marlin only for the Model 9) was introduced in 1986.  The Model 45 is a simple blowback-operated rifle carbine designed for the .45 ACP cartridge, and meant for self-defense whether at home or in the wilderness.  Very easy to operate and maintain, the Model 45 features a 16.5-inch barrel and steel metalwork.  The upper receiver has a squared surface to allow drilling and tapping for a scope mount and allow a firm base for the mount, if used.  A spring-leaf and elevator rear sight is also supplied, with a fiberoptic high-contrast front sight.  The stock is of plain birch with a half-length fore-end, a pistol grip wrist, and no sort of checkering of any kind.  The magazine is proprietary.

     Due to customer demand, a 9mm Parabellum version was introduced a short time later, called the Model 9 Camp Carbine.  It is essentially the same as the Model 45, except for the changes necessary for the different caliber and higher-capacity magazine (it is the same length as that of the Model 45, but the rounds are smaller).  Early in the production of the Camp Carbine, 20-round magazines were also designed for these rifles, but these was quickly discontinued for reasons unknown to me at this time.  These large-capacity magazines are now quite rare and usually expensive (in real-life terms).  In addition, the Camp Carbines are also capable of accepting Smith & Wesson Third Generation pistol magazines of the appropriate caliber.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Model 45

.45 ACP

3.06 kg

7, 20

$351

Model 9

9mm Parabellum

2.8 kg

12, 20

$271

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Model 45

SA

2

1-Nil

5

3

Nil

38

Model 9

SA

2

1-Nil

5

1

Nil

36

 

Marlin 50

     Notes: This was the first of Marlin’s semiautomatic rimfire rifles, first sold in 1931, and continuing production for 4 years.  It was built only in small numbers, with about 5000 total being manufactured.  The Marlin 50, firing from an open bolt and having manual auxiliary extractor (which was difficult to strip and use), was never very popular, though it functioned quite well.  The Model 50 had a 22-inch barrel with a hooded bead front sight at the muzzle.  The rear sight was a spring-leaf and elevator type; a minor variant, the Model 50E, used a simple adjustable aperture rear sight (but is identical for game purposes).  The stock was of hardwood with a half-length fore-end, a rather shallow pistol grip wrist.  The receiver was of a tubular shape and made of stamped steel, as was the trigger and trigger guard.

     The Model A1 was an improved version of the Model 50, manufactured from 1936-40.  The Model A1 fired from a closed bolt, and used a 24-inch barrel.  The safety catch was moved to rear of the tubular receiver.  The original Model A1s used a stamped steel trigger and trigger guard, and used only a spring-leaf and elevator-type rear sight and a hooded bead front sight.

     The Model A1 was modified in 1941, though production stopped near the end of 1941 (as Marlin was primarily making weapons for the US military during World War 2), and did not pick up again until late 1945 and continuing until late 1946.  Modifications included moving the safety again – it was now a radial safety on the right rear side of the receiver.  The trigger guard of this modified version was made of plastic, and the stock was re-shaped, with a deeper pistol grip wrist and a rounded fore-end.  Other variants included the Model A1E (built from 1936-41 and 1945-46), with a simple adjustable aperture rear sight; the Model A1E (built in 1941 and from 1945-46), with a different stock that had a fluted comb and a beavertail fore-end, as well as the aperture rear sight; and the A1DL, which had both an aperture rear sight and a target-type peep sight, as well as sling swivels fitted as standard. All of these variants of the Model A1 are identical to the standard Model A1 for game purposes.

     The Marlin Model 88 was the first of Marlin’s post-World War 2 designs, and is basically an enlarged A-1.  The mechanism was somewhat simplified (primarily by having the charging handle move in the ejection port slot instead of its own channel), with the charging handle attached directly to the bolt, and the radial safety switch was moved to the extreme rear right side of the receiver.  The problem was the tubular magazine in the butt, which was difficult to load, because an inner tube had to be removed before loading the cartridges.  The original Model 88 was produced from 1948-56.

     Variants of the Model 88 included the Model 88DL, a deluxe version with a peep auxiliary rear sight, checkering on the pistol grip wrist and fore-end, and sling swivels.  (It is identical to the standard Model 88 for game purposes).  It was produced from 1953-56.  The Model 89C was built concurrently with the Model 88, but production lasted until 1961; this variant was fed by a box magazine instead of the Model 88’s tubular magazine.  (The box magazine originally held 7 rounds, but a 12-round magazine was introduced for the Model 89C in 1956.)  In 1957, the stock of the Model 89C was changed to one with a Monte Carlo-type cheekpiece and a buttplate made of plastic with decorative white spacers for the buttplate and pistol grip wrist cap.  The Model 89DL was the deluxe equivalent of the Model 89C, similar to the Model 88DL in that respect.

     The Models 88 and 89 series were takedown-type rifles, but the Model 98 was a variant with a solid frame.  It was also fed by a tubular magazine in the butt, with a loading port just behind the pistol grip wrist.  The Model 98 had a stock of somewhat better-quality wood, with a Monte Carlo comb and cheekpiece.  The fore-end was tapering instead of being straight with a rounded end.  Drilling and tapping could be ordered for the Model 98 (though it was not a standard feature).  The Model 98 was built from 1957-59.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Marlin 50

.22 Long Rifle

2.72 kg

6

$276

Marlin A1

.22 Long Rifle

2.78 kg

6

$296

Marlin 88

.22 Long Rifle

3.03 kg

14 Tubular

$296

Marlin 89C

.22 Long Rifle

3 kg

7, 12

$296

Marlin 98

.22 Long Rifle

3.03 kg

15 Tubular

$297

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Marlin 50

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

45

Marlin A1

SA

1

Nil

6

1

Nil

48

Marlin 88

SA

1

Nil

6

1

Nil

48

Marlin 89C

SA

1

Nil

6

1

Nil

48

Marlin 98

SA

1

Nil

6

1

Nil

48

 

Marlin 99

     Notes: The Model 99 (and its variants) was built in very large numbers for a rimfire rifle.  The Model 99 used a short, flat-sided receiver with a curved back, and a stock with a shallow pistol grip wrist.  The trigger unit included the safety, which was a crossbolt design located at the rear of the trigger guard.  The plain birch stock was built in one piece, with a half-length trigger guard.  Feed was from a tubular magazine, under a 22-inch barrel.  The rear sight was a spring-leaf and elevator design.  The original Model 99 was built only from 1959-61, but in this time over 116,000 were built.  The Model 49 was built from 1958-78, and is essentially a Model 99 with a two-piece stock.  The Model 49DL was a deluxe version, with a checkered pistol grip wrist and fore-end, as well as scrollwork engraving on the receiver.  The Model 60 is also basically the same as the Model 99, but has a Wide-Scan hooded front sight, and a bolt hold-open device (after 1985).  The M-60SS is a version with stainless steel and nickel-plated steel metalwork, a stock laminated in a black/gray color, and a rubber recoil pad.  The Models 60 and 60SS are still in production.  The Model 70 is also still in production, and is essentially the same as the Model 99 except for its removable sights and the bolt hold-open device introduced in 1985.  The Model 70HC is also similar, but can also accept a long, curved 25-round magazine.

     The Model 70P Papoose is quite different from the Model 70, however; it is fed by a box magazine and has a short 16.25-inch barrel.  The barrel can be easily removed, with a mechanical interlock ensuring that the Papoose cannot fire unless the barrel is properly secured.  The fore-end of the stock extends only to the front of the receiver.  The Model 70PSS is very similar, but uses stainless steel metalwork and black synthetic/fiberglass stock.

     The Model 75 is also a carbine variant, using an 18-inch magazine, but is fed by a tubular magazine which is shorter than that of the Model 99 and most of its variants.  The Model 996 is identical to the Model 989, but is magazine-fed.  (It shoots identically to the Model 75 for game purposes.)    

     Another deluxe variant, the Model 99C, was produced from 1961-78.  The Model 99C had Micro-Grooved rifling, a gold-plated trigger and walnut stocks instead of birch.  In 1963, the standard-style stock was replaced with a Monte Carlo-type stock and the bolt became damascened; in 1964, the Model 99C acquired grooves for a scope mount; in 1969, the front sight was made into one piece with the muzzle band; and in 1971, the pistol grip wrist and fore-end were checkered (checkering which was modified at least once).  The Model 99DL was a little more deluxe, with a gold-plated trigger and trigger guard, a fluted comb for the Monte Carlo-type stock, a hard rubber buttplate, decorative white spacers for the buttplate, and a leather sling supplied with the rifle.  The Model 990 was a semi-deluxe version with a walnut Monte Carlo-type stock, diamond-void checkering on the pistol grip wrist and fore-end, and a spring-leaf rear sight, which when folded down revealed simple notch sight for quick shots. It also had a slightly-smaller tubular magazine.  (It is identical to the Model 99 game for shooting purposes.) 1992’s Model 990L is not a luxury version, but differs in having a hard rubber buttplate, sling swivels, and a spring-leaf and elevator sight.  (These four are identical to the standard Model 990 for game purposes, and thay shoot identically to the Model 99 for game purposes.)

     The Model 989 is essentially a magazine-fed version of the Model 99.  The first few months, the Model 989 was built with a standard Model 99 stock, but after that they were built with Monte Carlo-type stocks.  (It is identical to the Model 70 for game shooting purposes, and does not have a separate line on the combat tables.) The Model 989M2 version is a carbine variant, with an 18-inch barrel and a military-style stock.  The Model 995 is a version of the Model 989M2 with a Monte Carlo-type stock (checkered on the pistol grip wrist and fore-end), and the sights of the Model 990.  The Model 995SS is a Model 990 with stainless steel metalwork.  The Model 989M2, Model 995, and Model 995SS are identical for game purposes, including game shooting purposes.

     From 1966-79, the Model 99M1 (also called the Model 99M1 Carbine) was built.  Though the Model 99M1 was externally designed to resemble an M-1 Carbine as much as possible, internally it was still a Model 99, albeit with a much shorter tubular magazine designed to fit into the fore-end of the rifle and a faux box magazine.  The barrel length was 18 inches, and the sights were virtually identical to the original M-1 Carbine sights (suitably altered to match the .22 Long Rifle round).  In 1969, a bolt hold-open device was added.  The Model 99M1 shoots like a Model 75 for game purposes.

     The Model 922 was added to the line in 1993; it is a Model 99 which is fed by a box magazine and fires the .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire round, as well as having a Monte Carlo-type stock and a bolt hold-open mechanism.  It is identical to the Model 99 for game purposes.

     It should also be noted that many aftermarket stocks, trigger units, magazines, etc., have been made for these rifles and many strange configurations of them can be found from time to time.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Marlin 99

.22 Long Rifle

2.49 kg

18 Tubular

$276

Marlin 70

.22 Long Rifle

2.47 kg

7, 25 (for HC Only)

$276

Marlin 70P Papoose

.22 Long Rifle

1.47 kg

7

$212

Marlin 70PSS

.22 Long Rifle

1.27 kg

7

$222

Marlin 75

.22 Long Rifle

2.27 kg

13 Tubular

$235

Marlin 99M1

.22 Long Rifle

2.15 kg

9 Tubular

$234

Marlin 992

.22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire

2.95 kg

7

$292

Model 989

.22 Long Rifle

2.85 kg

7

$271

Model 989M2

.22 Long Rifle

2.68 kg

7

$230

Model 990

.22 Long Rifle

2.49 kg

17 Tubular

$235

Model 996

.22 Long Rifle

2.34 kg

7, 15

$230

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Marlin 99 & 70

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

45

Marlin 70P Papoose

SA

1

Nil

4

1

Nil

33

Marlin 75

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

37

Marlin 992

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

57

 

Marlin 717M2

     Notes: This semiautomatic rimfire rifle, new for 2005, fires the high-velocity .17 Mach 2 Rimfire cartridge.  The rifle is sleek and lightweight, with a laminated walnut stock with a pistol grip wrist and Monte Carlo-style cheekpiece.  The safety is a crossbolt-type which locks the bolt in place.  The stock’s lamination is a very tough finish known as “Mar-Shield.”  The rear sight is fixed, but the front sight is adjustable; the receiver is also grooved for a scope mount.

     Twilight 2000 Notes: This rifle is not available in the Twilight 2000 timeline.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Marlin 717M2

.17 Mach 2 Rimfire

2.27 kg

7

$290

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Marlin 717M2

SA

2

1-Nil

5

2

Nil

48

 

Marlin 995 Carbine

     Notes:  This is a light, short-barreled hunting rifle.  It has a simple action and a stock of American walnut.  It is capable of digesting virtually any sort of .22 Long Rifle round, from very light bullets to “hot loaded” rounds and very heavy bullets.  The barrel, receiver, and mechanism are largely made from blued steel.  There are two alternate versions, one with stainless steel parts which are nickel-plated (identical for game purposes) and one with a stock made from high-impact black plastic.

     The Model 795 is the successor to the Model 995, introduced in 1997.  This version is virtually identical to the Model 995, but the Model 795 has a standard plastic stock and blued steel metal parts, except for the nickel-plated magazine.  The magazine capacity has also been enlarged to ten rounds.  It is also a very lightweight weapon, much lighter than its predecessors.

     The Marlin 2000 is basically a Model 795 with a heavy match barrel.  The stock is of black high-impact plastic, and the metal parts are deeply blued.  The Model 2000 has a bolt catch that holds the bolt open after the last shot is fired; a separate bolt catch allows the bolt to be returned forward when the rifle is empty.  The Model 2000 has no iron sights, but is dovetailed for a telescopic sight mount.

     Twilight 2000 Notes: The Model 795 does not exist in the Twilight 2000 timeline, nor does the Model 2000.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Marlin 995

.22 Long Rifle

2.49 kg

7

$230

Marlin 995 (Plastic Stock)

.22 Long Rifle

2.3 kg

7

$240

Marlin 795

.22 Long Rifle

2 kg

10

$240

Marlin 2000

.22 Long Rifle

2.4 kg

10

$246

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Marlin 995

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

37

Marlin 995 (Plastic)

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

37

Marlin 795

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

37

Marlin 2000

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

38

 

MasterPiece Arms 308BBA

     Notes: An up-and-coming competition rifle, the 308BBA has a number of refinements that make it attractive to competition shooters.  Everything but the bolt and trigger is built by MasterPiece Arms; the barrel is especially noteworthy. MasterPiece Arms purchased their barrel-making equipment from Spencer Rifles a short time ago (the date on this piece is Apr 2016), and their rifles undergo one of the most grueling proving grounds in the industry.  They are button-rifled 416 RQ stainless steel barrels 24 inches long and tipped by a proprietary muzzle brake which can be easily removed and replaced.  They are lead-lapped by hand and stress-relieved.  The bore is measured with an air gauge, with a tolerance of only 0.0001 inch being allowed.  Finally, the barrel is visually inspected.  MPA also has many proprietary steps and procedures in making its barrels, which are not described to the press.

     The action is done by Kelbly Atlas Tactical.  The action is available to other buyers, but special fitting is required to seat it for most gunsmiths (the 308BBA is designed for that action). It has a light bolt lift, which allows for fast cycling.  It also has a side bolt release. The action has a mechanical ejector that is very reliable over normal spring-loaded ejectors. The mechanical ejector is also nearly immune to fouling and gunked-up oil.  The stock is slim and easy to grip; it is made of billet aluminum and comes in several colors.  It is finished in Cerakote. Though it does not come with MIL-STD-1913 rails, it has attachment points on all four sides of the handguard. The 308BBA is unusual for a civilian rifle in that it comes with a bipod, and an attachment point for it instead of having to use a sling attachment point. On the stock is a bubble level that allows very precise measurements of whether the rifle is level.  The butt has a recoil pad and is adjustable for length of pull; the stock also has an adjustable cheekpiece.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Model 45

.45 ACP

3.06 kg

7, 20

$351

Model 9

9mm Parabellum

2.8 kg

12, 20

$271

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Model 45

SA

2

1-Nil

5

3

Nil

38

Model 9

SA

2

1-Nil

5

1

Nil

36

 

MG Arms K-Yote

     Notes: MG Arms is a maker of semi-custom arms in Spring, Texas.  The proprietor is a mechanical engineer who originally did gunsmithing to keep him in ammunition money, but decided to turn it into a full-time occupation. The K-Yote is an AR-type rifle, to be sure, but built to incredibly tight tolerances and finished in up to 25 different colors, along with optional logos and symbols.  Under the finish is PTFE Teflon. Tolerances are kept to .001 inches. The K-Yote may be a line, but it's a low-production line, with the rifles being made to the shooter.  He makes his own lower receivers, out of billet aluminum.  The upper receiver is the same, and has a monolithic MIL-STD-1913 rail.  The barrel is a 20, 24, or 26-inch match-grade floating barrel with a target crown (but not a muzzle device), and of heavy profile. The Magpul stock is fully adjustable for length, cheek height, and cant, and has a Packmayr Decelerator recoil pad.  The proprietary target trigger is set for a mere 2.5 pounds.  The handguards have four MIL-STD-1913 rails.  The gas block is large and beefy.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

K-Yote (20" Barrel)

.17 Remington

2.12 kg

5, 10, 20

$472

K-Yote (24" Barrel)

.17 Remington

2.3 kg

5, 10, 20

$516

K-Yote (26" Barrel)

.17 Remington

2.39 kg

5, 10, 20

$538

K-Yote (20" Barrel)

.204 Ruger

2.48 kg

5, 10, 20

$570

K-Yote (24" Barrel)

.204 Ruger

2.66 kg

5, 10, 20

$614

K-Yote (26" Barrel)

.204 Ruger

2.75 kg

5, 10, 20

$636

K-Yote (20" Barrel)

5.56mm NATO

2.57 kg

5, 10, 20

$619

K-Yote (24" Barrel)

5.56mm NATO

2.83 kg

5, 10, 20

$663

K-Yote (26" Barrel)

5.56mm NATO

2.93 kg

5, 10, 20

$685

K-Yote (20" Barrel)

.243 Remington

3.14 kg

5, 10, 20

$754

K-Yote (24" Barrel)

.243 Remington

3.32 kg

5, 10, 20

$798

K-Yote (26" Barrel)

.243 Remington

3.42 kg

5, 10, 20

$820

K-Yote (20" Barrel)

.260 Remington

3.94 kg

5, 10, 20

$976

K-Yote (24" Barrel)

.260 Remington

4.13 kg

5, 10, 20

$1020

K-Yote (26" Barrel)

.260 Remington

4.22 kg

5, 10, 20

$1043

K-Yote (20" Barrel)

7mm-08 Remington

3.79 kg

5, 10, 20

$934

K-Yote (24" Barrel)

7mm-08 Remington

3.98 kg

5, 10, 20

$978

K-Yote (26" Barrel)

7mm-08 Remington

4.07 kg

5, 10, 20

$1001

K-Yote (20" Barrel)

7.62mm NATO

4.18 kg

5, 10, 20

$1043

K-Yote (24" Barrel)

7.62mm NATO

4.39 kg

5, 10, 20

$1087

K-Yote (26" Barrel)

7.62mm NATO

4.49 kg

5, 10, 20

$1109

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

K-Yote (20", .17)

SA

2

1-Nil

6

3

Nil

47

K-Yote (24", .17)

SA

2

1-Nil

7

3

Nil

58

K-Yote (26", .17)

SA

2

1-Nil

7

3

Nil

63

K-Yote (20", .204)

SA

3

1-Nil

6

3

Nil

55

K-Yote (24", .204)

SA

3

1-Nil

7

3

Nil

68

K-Yote (26", .204)

SA

3

1-Nil

7

3

Nil

74

K-Yote (20", 5.56mm)

SA

3

1-Nil

6

3

Nil

63

K-Yote (24", 5.56mm)

SA

3

1-Nil

7

3

Nil

76

K-Yote (26", 5.56mm)

SA

3

2-Nil

7

3

Nil

83

K-Yote (20", .243)

SA

3

2-Nil

6

3

Nil

59

K-Yote (24", .243)

SA

3

2-Nil

7

4

Nil

76

K-Yote (26", .243)

SA

3

2-Nil

7

4

Nil

83

K-Yote (20", .260)

SA

4

1-2-3

7

4

Nil

63

K-Yote (24", .260)

SA

4

1-2-3

7

4

Nil

83

K-Yote (26", .260)

SA

4

1-2-3

8

4

Nil

93

K-Yote (20", 7mm-08)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

7

4

Nil

69

K-Yote (24", 7mm-08)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

7

4

Nil

90

K-Yote (26", 7mm-08)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

8

4

Nil

97

K-Yote (20", 7.62mm)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

7

4

Nil

71

K-Yote (24", 7.62mm)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

7

4

Nil

91

K-Yote (26", 7.62mm)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

8

4

Nil

98

 

Military Precision SSR-40

     Notes: Military Precision is a company primarily known for it’s adaptations of standard military weapons to fire only blanks, for use in TV and movies and for entertainment or practice.  However, Military Precision recently introduced its first firing-type firearms.  This series, the SSR-40, essentially consists of semiautomatic versions of the World War 2 German MP-40 submachinegun.  For the most part, the SSR-40 is a faithful copy of the original, particularly in the exterior appearance.  However, the SSR-40 is hammer-fired and fires from an closed bolt, rather than being striker-fired and firing from an open bolt as the MP-40 does. Military Precision makes the magazines and other accessories for the SSR-40, though original MP-40 magazines will also fit.

     The SSR-40 is a short-barreled rifle version, and perhaps the closest to the original MP-40.  (In the US, a lot of BATF red tape must be navigated to own one.)  The SSR-40 currently is available only with a fixed stock (a strut-type with a rudimentary buttplate), but rumors about a folding-stock version.  The barrel of this version is 10 inches. 

     The SSR-40R is essentially the same, but with a BATF-legal 16-inch barrel (the barrel is simply extended well beyond the front sight).  This version does come in both fixed and folding stock versions.

     The SSR-40 Pistol is more of a short-barreled stockless carbine than a pistol, though the US BATF does consider it legally a pistol.  It looks essentially like a folding-stock MP-40, but the stock is permanently-folded and basically cosmetic, as it cannot be unfolded – it is welded and pinned to the rest of the weapon.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

SSR-40 (Fixed Stock)

9mm Parabellum

3.97 kg

20, 32

$293

SSR-40 (Folding Stock)

9mm Parabellum

3.97 kg

20, 32

$323

SSR-40R (Fixed Stock)

9mm Parabellum

4.12 kg

20, 32

$354

SSR-4R (Folding Stock)

9mm Parabellum

4.12 kg

20, 32

$384

SSR-40 Pistol

9mm Parabellum

3.73 kg

20, 32

$273

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

SSR-40 (Fixed Stock)

SA

2

Nil

5

1

Nil

26

SSR-40 (Folding Stock)

SA

2

Nil

4/5

1

Nil

26

SSR-40R (Fixed Stock)

SA

2

Nil

6

1

Nil

40

SSR-40R (Folding Stock)

SA

2

Nil

5/6

1

Nil

40

SSR-40 Pistol

SA

2

Nil

4

1

Nil

23

 

Mitchell Arms AK-22

     Notes:  This is a small-caliber copy of the AKM. The weapon cannot use a bayonet or rifle grenades. The weapon has built-in cleaning rod and adjustable sights. 

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Mitchell Arms AK-22

.22 Long Rifle

2.72 kg

29

$213

Mitchell Arms AK-22

.22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire

2.72 kg

10

$233

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Mitchell Arms AK-22 (.22 Long Rifle)

SA

1

Nil

4

1

Nil

34

Mitchell Arms AK-22 (.22 Magnum)

SA

1

Nil

4

1

Nil

41

 

Mitchell Arms FAMAS

     Notes:  This is a small-caliber copy of the FA-MAS, with a wooden stock, pistol grip, and handguard. It cannot use a bayonet or rifle grenades, and does not have a bipod. 

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Mitchell Arms FAMAS

.22 Long Rifle

2.72 kg

29

$204

Mitchell Arms FAMAS

.22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire

2.72 kg

10

$224

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Mitchell Arms FAMAS (.22 Long Rifle)

SA

1

Nil

3

1

Nil

30

Mitchell Arms FAMAS (.22 Magnum)

SA

1

Nil

3

1

Nil

37

 

Mitchell Arms Galil

     Notes:  This is a small-caliber copy of the Galil. It is an almost-exact copy of the Galil, but has a wooden non-folding stock, and wooden pistol grip and handguard. It cannot mount a bayonet, fire rifle grenades, or mount a bipod.  It also can’t open bottles with the handguard. 

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Mitchell Arms Galil

.22 Long Rifle

2.72 kg

29

$231

Mitchell Arms Galil

.22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire

2.72 kg

10

$252

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Mitchell Arms Galil (.22 Long Rifle)

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

37

Mitchell Arms Galil (.22 Magnum)

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

46

 

Mitchell’s Mausers Black Lightning

     Notes: This rifle is intended to be a varmint and pest-control rifle.  It is, despite its rimfire calibers, a rather accurate rifle with decent range for its intended purpose. 

     The Black Lightning has (of course) a stock made of black polymer; because the buttstock is solid rather than hollow or filled, the Black Lightning is surprisingly heavy.  Most of the metalwork is also finished in black.  The barrel is 18 inches long, fluted, and extra-heavy, and is crowned.  The top of the receiver has a MIL-STD-1913 rail for the mounting of optics, and scope rings as well as detachable iron sights (based on those of the AR-15) also come with the Black Lightning.  Operation is by simple blowback.  The magazine loads into the pistol grip.  There is a narrow “bow” extending from about two-thirds of the way down the stock to the bottom of the pistol grip; Lisa Buttrell of Mitchell’s Mausers says, “The bow conforms to the rifle’s futuristic appearance and has a tendency to keep the BATF happy.” 

     Twilight 2000 Notes: The Black Lightning does not exist in the Twilight 2000 timeline; indeed, it did not even go on real-world sale until late 2006.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Black Lightning

.17 Mach 2 Rimfire

3.63 kg

9

$243

Black Lightning

.17 Hornady Magnum Rimfire

3.68 kg

9

$252

Black Lightning

.22 Long Rifle

3.68 kg

9

$251

Black Lightning

.22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire

3.71 kg

9

$271

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Black Lightning (.17 Mach 2)

SA

2

1-Nil

5

1

Nil

43

Black Lightning (.17 Hornady)

SA

2

1-Nil

5

1

Nil

48

Black Lightning (.22 Long Rifle)

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

39

Black Lightning (.22 Magnum)

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

48

 

Mossberg 50

     Notes: This rifle is noted for its toughness; it can take a great deal of abuse and keep going.  It is otherwise a plain, even unsophisticated rifle.  Introduced in 1939, the original Model 50 stopped production soon after the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941, as Mossberg began to concentrate on military weapons.  The tubular magazine was in the stock, with a loading port cut into the right side.  The stock was of plain hardwood with a pistol grip wrist.  The sights were mounted on the 24-inch barrel, and consisted of spring-leaf and elevator rear and a simple ramp front.

     Variants included the Model 51; this version used a heavier stock with a cheekpiece and a second micrometer-adjustable rear sight at the rear of the receiver.  It was built only in small numbers in 1939, and though it is heavier than the Model 50, it shoots the same for game purposes.  The Model 51M was built from 1939-41, and then again from 1945-46; it is a short version, with a 20-inch barrel and a Mannlicher-type stock.  The cheekpiece on pre-war guns was of an oval shape, while on post-war Model 51Ms the cheekpiece is more of a wedge shape. 

     The Model 151M is a variant of the post-war Model 51M, and was built from 1946-47.  Changes included a rubber recoil pad on the butt and modifications to the sights.  The Model 151K was built from 1950-51, and differed in having a half-length fore-end with a Monte Carlo-type comb and cheekpiece, and a Schnabel tip on the fore-end.  It omitted the recoil pad, and also had a full 24-inch barrel.

     The Model 152 was a carbine variant built from 1948-52.  The Model 152 had an 18-inch barrel, a Monte Carlo-type stock, and a fore-end tip which could be pivoted downward into sort of a foregrip.  The Model 152 was also fed from a box magazine instead of the stock tube, and the rear sight was a simple peep-type.  The Model 152K is virtually identical, but has a notch-type rear sight, and is identical to the Model 152 for game purposes.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Mossberg 50

.22 Long Rifle

3.08 kg

15 Tubular

$296

Mossberg 51

.22 Long Rifle

3.12 kg

15 Tubular

$297

Mossberg 51M

.22 Long Rifle

2.95 kg

15 Tubular

$256

Mossberg 151M

.22 Long Rifle

3.02 kg

15 Tubular

$306

Mossberg 151K

.22 Long Rifle

2.73 kg

15 Tubular

$296

Mossberg 152

.22 Long Rifle

2.54 kg

7

$235

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Mossberg 50

SA

1

Nil

6

1

Nil

48

Mossberg 51M

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

41

Mossberg 151M

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

41

Mossberg 151K

SA

1

Nil

6

1

Nil

48

Mossberg 152

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

37

 

Mossberg 350K

     Notes: This semiautomatic rimfire rifle shared some components with the Model 340 bolt-action rimfire rifle.  Built from 1958-85, the Model 350 had a shrouded hammer and a Monte Carlo comb with a fixed cheekpiece.  The receiver was round-topped and squared on the sides, and the mechanism shares many components with the Model 340 series.  The stock was of the Monte Carlo-type with a cheekpiece on the left side of the stock (though it could also be ordered with the cheekpiece on the other side for left-handed shooters), and the fore-end was half-length and rounded at the tip.  Barrel length was 23.5 inches, and the sights consisted of a rear spring-leaf and elevator  with a front ramp.

     There were many variants of the Model 350K, most of which are identical to the Model 350K for game purposes.  Some which are not identical for game purposes include the Model 351C carbine, sometimes called the “Western Carbine.”  This version had a 18.5-inch barrel with a barrel band around the barrel and fore-end to which a saddle ring could be attached.  The Model 351K used a tubular magazine in the stock, a 24-inch barrel, and an open spring-leaf and elevator rear sight.  It was built only from 1958-60.  The M-352 was another carbine variant of the Model 350K, with an 18.5-inch barrel, but lacking the cheekpiece and having a Tenite plastic fore-end extension which could swing downward to form a sort of foregrip.  There are weight differences, but it shoots the same as the Model 351C for game purposes.  The Model 377 Plinkster used a 20-inch barrel, was fed by a tubular magazine in the stock, and a stock of polystryrene within a walnut shell.  The stock had a rollover comb and a thumbhole-type pistol grip wrist.  No iron sights were provided, but instead a 4x scope came as standard equipment.  The Model 380 was a simplified pattern, lighter than the rest of the series and with a tubular magazine in the stock.  For game purposes, it shoots the same as the Model 350K In 1985, the name of the Model 380 was changed to “Model 480,” but changed back in 1986.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Mossberg 350K

.22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle

2.78 kg

7

$291

Mossberg 351C

.22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle

2.63 kg

7

$240

Mossberg 351K

.22 Long Rifle

2.94 kg

15 Tubular

$296

Mossberg 352

.22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle

2.6 kg

7

$240

Mossberg 377 Plinkster

.22 Long Rifle

2.55 kg

15 Tubular

$461

Model 380

.22 Long Rifle

2.5 kg

15 Tubular

$289

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Mossberg 351K (.22 Short)

SA

-2

Nil

6

1

Nil

39

Mossberg 351K (.22 Long)

SA

1

Nil

6

1

Nil

43

Mossberg 351K (.22 Long Rifle)

SA

1

Nil

6

1

Nil

47

Mossberg 351C (.22 Short)

SA

-2

Nil

5

1

Nil

31

Mossberg 351C (.22 Long)

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

35

Mossberg 351C (.22 Long Rifle)

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

38

Mossberg 351K

SA

1

Nil

6

1

Nil

48

Mossberg 377 Plinkster

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

41

 

Mossberg 430

     Notes: This weapon was produced for only a few months between 1970 and 1971.  The Model 430 used a round-topped slab-sided receiver. The rifle had a Monte Carlo-type stock with a short fore-end and checkering on the fore-end and pistol grip wrist.  It was fed from a tubular magazine.  Spring-leaf and elevator rear sights and a bead front sight were fitted, and the Model 430 had a 24-inch barrel.  The Model 433 was a deluxe version of the Model 430.  The Model 432 was a carbine variant with a 20-inch barrel, a straight-wrist stock with no checkering, and a band around the fore-end and barrel.  Production of the Model 432 did not stop until 1973.

     None of these rifles were built in great numbers, and they are difficult to find today.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Mossberg 430

.22 Long Rifle

2.86 kg

18 Tubular

$291

Mossberg 432

.22 Long Rifle

2.72 kg

18 Tubular

$251

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Mossberg 430

SA

1

Nil

6

1

Nil

48

Mossberg 432

SA

1

Nil

5

1

Nil

41

 

Mossberg MMR

     Notes: A semiautomatic rifle from a company more known for their bolt-action hunting rifles, the MMR (Mossberg Modern Rifle) is an AR Clone with plenty of divergent figures to make it separate from the AR-15.  The base model, the Hunter (called simply the MMR at first) has a flattop receiver with a MIL-STD-1913 rail machined into the top; no iron sights come with the rifle, but they can be had from Mossberg.  The stock is of the A2 type, but the pistol grip is a Stark SE-1, which has a hinged compartment at the bottom for batteries or other small items.  The handguards are round aluminum, textured for grip, and ventilated near the front.  The 20-inch free floating barrel is of heavy profile and has a target crown.  Standard Finish is Phosphate/Anodized (Black), but Mossy Oak Treestand and Mossy Oak Brush finishes are optional.

     The Tactical is a shorter version of the Hunter.  Differences include the 16.25-inch barrel tipped with a compact muzzle brake, a MIL-STD-1913 rail that extends down the receiver and top of the handguard, another rail underneath, an M-4-type sliding stock, and a black finish (only). Iron Sights to mount on the rails is optional

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

Hunter

5.56mm NATO

3.18 kg

5, 6, 10, 20, 30

$616

Tactical

5.56mm NATO

3.4 kg

5, 6, 10, 20, 30

$596

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

Hunter

SA

3

1-Nil

6

3

Nil

60

Tactical

5

3

1-Nil

5

2

6

42

 

MPA-971 Carbine

     This is a rather odd-looking weapon; the handguards appear to be those of an M-4 carbine, the receiver group seems to be copied from the M-10 submachinegun, the stock looks like that of the Mk 48 machinegun, it has a MIL-STD-1913 rail with a flip-up rear sight (no front sight), the trigger group and lower receiver are modified FAL parts, and it can be fed from box magazines or even from an M-31 Suomi 71-round drum!  The handguards are held in place by a screw-on ring, making removal easier, and the entire weapon strips rather easily.  The muzzle readily accepts a variety of brakes, flash suppressors, and sound suppressors, though it is not sold this way.  It is a strange-looking weapon, but it is otherwise rather effective, within the limitations of its ammunition.  It is, unfortunately, a bit heavy, but this helps in controllability.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

MPA-971 Carbine

9mm Parabellum

4.54 kg

30, 50, 71 Drum

$367

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

MPA-971 Carbine

SA

2

1-Nil

5

1

Nil

36

 

MSAR STG-556

     Notes: One of the newest civilian versions of the Steyr AUG series is the STG-556.  Built by a Steyr subsidiary in the US called Microtech Small Arms Research (MSAR), the STG-556 is actually built from better-quality materials and to closer tolerances than the AUG.  The receiver is, in fact, made from 7075-76 aluminum rather than polymer, and is hardcoat-anodized.  (The stock is still polymer.)  The STG-556 also has a bolt hold-open feature and a forward assist.  Though MIL-STD-1913 rails are not standard features, two attachment points for them are provided under the optical sight; alternatively, the STG-556 can be ordered without the AUG-like optical sight and with a MIL-STD-1913 rail atop the receiver instead.  The optical sight is still 1.5x, but the reticle is different.  Magazines used are of the traditional AUG-specific type used on the AUG A1 series, with 10 and 20-round magazines also being available.  (These reduced-capacity magazines will also fit into an AUG A1.)  An unusual feature is that the STG-556 can be had in 6.8mm SPC, and a kit is also available to convert a 5.56mm STG-556 to fire 6.8mm SPC.

     A variant of the STG-556, the MSC-08, can be had as a complete rifle or as a kit to convert the STG-556 to the MSC-08 configuration.  The MSC-08 is a 9mm carbine with a 16.5-inch barrel.  The features are for the most part the same as the STG-556, except for the varying barrel lengths.

     A new version of the STG-556 introduced in 2010, the STG-E4, is a modular kit (of various sizes according to which the customer is willing to pay) which allows for the use of either a 16-inch barrel or a 20-inch barrel and several ammunition chamberings.  The kit can be used on the lower receiver of a standard STG-556; the STG-E4 is sort of an outgrowth of the MSC-08 technology.  The upper receiver kit may be had with the standard AUG-type 1.5x detachable sight or a 22.86-centimeter length of MIL-STD-1913 rail topped by the same optic, but with a rail interface.  (The prices below assume the use of a MIL-STD-1913 rail; if the standard optic and interface is used, reduce price by 1% and weight by 0.01 kg.)  The STG-E4 can be had with the furniture in OD Green, black, or tan.  The STG-E4 will accept most commercial or military magazines of the appropriate caliber, but MSAR also makes their own magazine (the XM-30) which is made of translucent, non-glare polymer and has an improved-reliability magazine spring, follower, and guide rails for the follower.  Each additional receiver/barrel /parts kit costs 30% the price of the original rifle as listed below with the same chambering, and has 50% of the weight.

     Twilight 2000 Notes: These weapons do not exist in the Twilight 2000 timeline.

Weapon

Ammunition

Weight

Magazines

Price

STG-556 (14” Barrel)

5.56mm NATO

3.21 kg

10, 20, 30, 42

$674

STG-556 (16” Barrel)

5.56mm NATO

3.27 kg

10, 20, 30, 42

$695

STG-556 (20” Barrel)

5.56mm NATO

3.36 kg

10, 20, 30, 42

$736

STG-556 (14” Barrel)

6.8mm SPC

3.6 kg

8, 16, 26, 36

$813

STG-556 (16” Barrel)

6.8mm SPC

3.67 kg

8, 16, 26, 36

$834

STG-556 (20” Barrel)

6.8mm SPC

3.77 kg

8, 16, 26, 36

$875

MSC-08

9mm Parabellum

3.51 kg

25, 32

$500

STG-E4 (16” Barrel)

5.45mm Kalashnikov

3.16 kg

10, 20, 30, 40

$650

STG-E4 (20” Barrel)

5.45mm Kalashnikov

3.34 kg

10, 20, 30, 40

$691

STG-E4 (16” Barrel)

5.56mm NATO

3.26 kg

10, 20, 30, 42

$701

STG-E4 (20” Barrel)

5.56mm NATO

3.45 kg

10, 20, 30, 42

$743

STG-E4 (16” Barrel)

6.8mm SPC

3.66 kg

8, 16, 20, 26, 30, 36

$833

STG-E4 (20” Barrel)

6.8mm SPC

3.75 kg

8, 16, 20, 26, 30, 36

$874

STG-E4 (16” Barrel)

7.62mm Kalashnikov

3.77 kg

10, 20, 30, 40

$951

STG-E4 (20” Barrel)

7.62mm Kalashnikov

3.86 kg

10, 20, 30, 40

$993

MSC-08 Conversion Kit

N/A

1.76 kg

N/A

$167

 

Weapon

ROF

Damage

Pen

Bulk

SS

Burst

Range

STG-556 (5.56mm, 14”)

SA

3

1-Nil

4

2

Nil

29

STG-556 (5.56mm, 16”)

SA

3

1-Nil

4

2

Nil

36

STG-556 (5.56mm, 20”)

SA

3

1-Nil

5

2

Nil

50

STG-556 (6.8mm, 14”)

SA

3

1-2-Nil

4

2

Nil

39

STG-556 (6.8mm, 16”)

SA

3

1-2-Nil

4

2

Nil

48

STG-556 (6.8mm, 20”)

SA

3

1-2-Nil

5

3

Nil

67

MSC-08

SA

2

Nil

5

1

Nil

37

STG-E4 (5.45mm, 16”)

SA

3

1-Nil

4

2

Nil

40

STG-E4 (5.56mm, 20”)

SA

3

1-Nil

5

2

Nil

55

STG-E4 (5.56mm, 16”)

SA

3

1-Nil

4

2

Nil

36

STG-E4 (5.56mm, 20”)

SA

3

1-Nil

5

2

Nil

50

STG-E4 (6.8mm, 16”)

SA

3

1-2-Nil

4

2

Nil

48

STG-E4 (6.8mm, 20”)

SA

3

1-2-Nil

5

3

Nil

67

STG-E4 (7.62mm, 16”)

SA

4

2-Nil

5

4

Nil

40

STG-E4 (7.62mm, 20”)

SA

4

2-3-Nil

6

4

Nil

54