The SSG 04 A1 replaces the standard Picatinny rail with a shroud that is attached to the receiver and covers the barrel for the length of the forend. The shroud is topped with a full-length Picatinny rail, and two short rail segments are attached on the side of the shroud for mounting of accessories such as lights or lasers.
The Steyr SSG 04 is a manually operated bolt-action rifle that offers an excellent choice to the long-range shooter or tactical operator in law enforcement or security applications. Available in .308 Winchester, this platform provides high-precision performance and proven reliability.
As in other Steyr high-performance bolt-action rifles, the SSG 04 is built on the Safe Bolt System (SBS) action with a unique 2+1 safety function that offers three settings operated by a wheel switch on the tang of the stock. The FIRE mode (safety off) is indicated by a red dot, and the first level of SAFE mode disables the firing mechanism while allowing the bolt to be cycled. The second SAFE position locks the bolt, at which point the bolt can be pushed down against the stock, locking the firing pin and firing mechanism out of firing position, allowing safe transportation with a round in the chamber. Simply pressing the safety’s release tab and rolling it forward returns the bolt to either the SAFE or the FIRE position. The receiver is topped with a Picatinny rail for optics mounting.
Another feature in the SSG 04 is the 2-stage magazine securing mechanism that uses a first stage to lock the magazine in but allows the bolt to be operated without feeding rounds in the magazine, thereby providing the user with the options of dry-firing or loading individual rounds by hand while maintaining a full magazine at the ready. Simply pressing up on the bottom of the magazine seats it in the second stage, which is ready for auto-loading.
Model: SSG 04
Purpose: Long-Range Target Shooting, Tactical
Manufacturer: Steyr Mannlicher GmbH, Kleinraming, Austria
Importer: Steyr Arms, Inc., Bessemer, AL USA
Operation: Bolt-action repeating
Caliber: .308 Winchester, .300 Winchester Magnum
Magazine type/capacity: Polymer double-stack detachable box/10 rounds (.308); 8 rounds (.300)
Action material: 25CrMo4 steel
Barrel: 20- and 23.6-inch cold-hammer-forged heavy barrel
Rifling: 4 Grooves, 1:10 RH Twist .300, 1:12 RH Twist .308
Sights: 20-MOA Picatinny rail
Finish: Mannox®
Safety: 3+1 Position Safety
Trigger type: Single-stage, direct
Pull weight: 3 pounds, 8 ounces (adjustable)
Stock material/type: Reinforced polymer
Length of pull: 14.25 inches min. (0.33-inch inserts available)
Comb Adjustment: Adjustable
Drop at heel: Adjustable
Recoil pad: Elastomer; 0.8-inch thick
Sling swivels: Two studs
Weight, empty: 10 pounds, 6 ounces
Overall length: 42.6 inches
Included accessories: Owner’s manual, hard travel case
The information below comes from our Gun Caliber Dictionary and is for
general reference only. It does not describe the specifications of this
particular item.
The 308 Winchester (7.62x51 NATO) was introduced by in 1952. Based on the T65 experimental military cartridge, Winchester essentially jumped the gun with the civilian introduction; the 7.62x51 wasn't officially adopted (or named) until 1954. The military's intent was to create a shorter cartridge that would fit into a lighter version of the M1 Garand. This was successful beyond their wildest dreams: The 308 Winchester is essentially a 30-06 case greatly shortened to 2.015-inch, but it lags only about 100 feet per second behind the 30-06 in velocity, and with it shorter, more efficient case it tends to be more accurate. The 308 is suitable for any hunting for which the 30-06 is suitable--which means almost anything in the world short of large, dangerous game. The 308 is a standard chambering among most manufacturers and is found in all action types. Factory loads are legion, including a wide selection of very accurate match loads.
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Craig Boddington
