Steyr AUG A3 M1 Review

Steyr AUG A3 M1 Review

The latest news, which will support the spirit of bullpup fans, comes from a company that has a reputation for making bullpups, which is very well known for the brand – Steyr Arms. This is going to be a significant year for bullpup fans. In 1978, the AUG Bullpup was first introduced to the public, but it is now releasing its latest version to the consumer market. 

Here is a quick overview of the situation

AUG recently released the A3 M1 rifle, which Steyr describes as a multi-purpose version of the A3 rifle by the Austrian manufacturer. In the M1, one of the most striking aspects of the rifle is that the rails for three new models are available in a wide range of configurations for the .223/5.56 rifle, including the High-Rail model, the Short-Rail model, and the Integrated-Optic model.

The Picatinny rails on all of the models can be configured according to the preferences of the shooter in order to get the best results.

There is more to it than that…

A guide rail for the Short-Rail model ends at the rear of the receiver, making it ideal for reflex sights and optics with long eyes. With 11 slot positions on the rail, the rail has plenty of room to maneuver despite its miniature size. Additionally, it is located in a position that is easily accessible to the user.

AUG/A3 M1 is a new addition to the AUG/A3 line of pistols that combine the firepower of the 5.56 mm cartridge with the capability of selecting optical sights depending on the target!

Here are some of the top features 

As a result of its long history, the AUG rifle still continues to impress. AUG/A3 M1, the newly modified version of the AUG/A3 rifle of the bullpup system, comes equipped with a bar for mounting optical sights or a 1.5X or 3X crosshair incorporated into the handle.

How Reliable Is This Unit?

AUG, or Army Universal Rifle, is a powerful bullpup rifle made by Steyr made in 1977, which is regarded as a revolutionary and innovative rifle that continues to lead the way in small arms technology, even today, after many years, after offering as many advantages as possible.

Known as the StG 77, originally developed for the army and known under the designation STG 77, the Steyr AUG incorporates materials from the space age that were never seen before, resulting in an infantry rifle that is very different from anything previously developed. 

There are various advantages to using the AUG rifle in a bullpup system. Not only does it have compact dimensions, but it also has a long barrel, which makes it convenient to use inside vehicles like the HK MP5 and also to use it at distances greater than conventional infantry rifles.

Other interesting facts?

AUG was initially developed by the Austrian army and has since been adopted by numerous other countries, including Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Ecuador, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malaysia, New Zealand, Oman, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Tunisia, along with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. 

At Steyr’s most modern factory in Bessemer, Alabama, Steyr’s most modern rifle is available for purchase in Australia and Malaysia, and a modern civilian variant is also available there.

Bullpup System – What Is It?

The StG 77 rifle is named after the world’s first assault rifle, the StG 44, which was used in the Second World War. As a result of this rifle, small arms and battle tactics have changed drastically. A 30-charge magazine is used to fire the intermediate 7.92 x 33mm cartridge on the StG 44 rifle, both in semi-automatic and automatic modes.

As far as the origins of the term “bullpup” are concerned, it seems likely that its introduction dates back to the early part of the 20th century. 

Amazing Design?

A bullpup rifle has an extremely small overall length with a very long barrel because the main mechanisms are located in the butt behind the trigger. 

There is no doubt that the effectiveness of modern light army munitions depends entirely on the speed of the bullets, which in turn depends on the length of the barrel. Even a slight reduction in the length of the barrel makes a huge difference to the characteristics of the bullet.

Product Cons

There is a price you have to pay for using the bullpup system because of the difficulty of extracting the cartridges and the fuzziness of the descent. Physics forces the side-extraction rifle to eject the cartridges in the immediate vicinity of the operator’s mouth. 

Is it that terrible?

I don’t think this is a problem if you are firing from the right shoulder, but if you are firing from the left shoulder, the shells will fly right into your face when you are shooting from the left shoulder. 

As a result, the AUG rifle allows the user to modify the extraction side of the firearm. This can be achieved by changing the shutter and removing/moving the plastic casing to a previously unused extraction window on the rifle.

What is the trigger?

This is a well-designed trigger with good ergonomics. It does take a little effort to descend in the way of some 4 kilograms of effort. However, it remains clear and convenient enough to be able to get good accuracy even at fairly close ranges.

Steyr AUG A3 M1 Review – Pros of this Next Generation AUG

An important feature of the original Steyr AUG was the inclusion of an integrated optical sight within the handle for carrying, which was a revolutionary feature. With its simple round reticle, this 1.5X basic combat sight provided a fast and precise capture of the target. This sight was designed for shooting with both eyes open. It was a totally new sight that provided a fast and precise way of capturing the target.

A Steyr AUG A3 M1 Reviewed Detail?

The new AUG/A3 M1 is available in three different versions as far as aiming is concerned. The 11-slot Short Rail version of the AUG/A3 M1 has a small optical bar that is located low above the receiver for easy handling. The 16-slot High Rail version has the 16-slot High Rail scope raised, making it easier to use.

The Optic version is closer to the original AUG in that an optical sight is integrated into the handle that tilts back, where you can either get a 1.5X optical sight or a 3X optical sight. 

A 1.5X scope was used in this review. In order to ensure the accuracy of the aiming, the sighting brand combines the familiar ring with the crosshairs for a more precise sighting system. 

What Is The Best Way To Work With This?

Changing the reticle only takes a screwdriver, a coin, or even a rifle magazine. Three external strips have been added to the integrated sight, so that flashlights, lasers, and any other equipment can be installed. You can also use the upper bar as a backup mechanical sight by plotting two points. 

What’s the best part?

The operator can tailor the AUG to any tactical task by choosing a suitable sight and barrel. In order to preserve the power of the rifle in the dimensions of a submachine gun, a close-combat kit will include a short barrel and an advanced tactical sight, such as an EOTech holographic sight. 

As a sniper rifle, the AUG/A3 M1 rifle’s long barrel with bipods and powerful sight allows the user to shoot at distances up to the limit of the ammunition. The bullpup design of the AUG/A3 M1 rifle allows any configuration to be compact and modular.

Characteristics of shooting

I am not sure what you might think about the AUG, but the method of handling it is completely different from other rifles of the AR (Assault Rifle) family. If you read the cons section of the review and have been grumbling about the slow replacement of bullpup rifle ammo (like I have). It’s time for you to stop.

As soon as you point your thumb at the store reset button, empty stores will drop out without a problem. You can put full stores into the mine, at least as easily as you would in an AR. And with the new bolt delay, you will be able to reload weapons when switching stores efficiently. 

It is important to take note that, depending on the type of sight you have on your rifle, the reload handle may scratch your knuckles when you move it very quickly. However, depending on the type of sight you have on your rifle, holding the handle from the bottom will reduce this problem.

How does it operate?

This fuse has the shape of a transverse button. The “on” switch is on the right, and the “fire” switch is on the left. In army-style rifles, the switch is incorporated into the trigger, so that even if it isn’t pressed completely, the rifle will fire semi-automatically. Automatic fire is activated when the trigger is fully depressed. 

The First Of Its Kind?

The first such system was found in the Bergmann MP35 submachine gun. This gun was made exclusively for the German Waffen SS during World War II. A similar system was also found in the short-lived Ingram M6. 

The risk of inadvertently depressing the trigger completely during battle does exist, however, as far as our semiautomatic civilian AUG/A3 M1 variants are concerned, such a risk does not exist.

What are some other positive details?

The AUG/A3 M1 has a softer recoil than the AR due to the larger mass and the adjustable system with a short-stroke gas piston. In addition, the bullpup trigger mechanism is well-designed, allowing for good results. 

AUG A3 M1 Review – Specifications

  • Caliber: 5.56 mm NATO
  • Barrel: 16 inches (40.64 cm)
  • Total length: 28.25 inches (71.75 cm)
  • Weight: 7.7-8.8 feet (2.34-2.68 kg) (uncharged)
  • Butt: Synthetic
  • Sights: Short Rail, High Rail, 1.5X or 3X optical sights
  • Movement: semi-automatic with gas piston
  • Color: black, khaki or desert color
  • Magazine capacity: 30 + 1

Conclusion

There is no denying the fact that the AUG rifle, which features the same dandy-shaped design we saw in Die Hard in 1988, retains its undeniable beauty. One might even describe them as “aesthetically deadly.” 

We live in an age where aluminum and polymer are in symbiosis. Almost everybody who is familiar with the use of these materials would agree that Steyr has taken the lead in the development of these materials. 

The Steyr AUG A3 M1 review provided in this piece aims to provide you and your readers with an overview of this weapon and how it can be used effectively for close-range and long-range combat. If we compare it to almost any other weapon, the Steyr AUG remains one of the most effective, after nearly 40 years of combat experience.

Moreover, the Steyr AUG A3 M1 is a solid demonstration of just what the Steyr name has come to represent over the years, and it stands for!

Rifat Ahmed

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