zero7one
28 August 2012, 20:55
The Handl Defense Webpage is live at: http://www.handldefense.com/
Here is some more info from their page about the SR-25 Magazine Compatible Lower Upgrade To The SCAR-17:
SCAR25
SR-25 Magazine Compatible Lower Upgrade To The SCAR-17
The SCAR25 was developed for the special operations warfighter and has been specifically designed and engineered to accept NATO STANAG SR-25 and M-110 battle proven magazines for both the M110/MK11/SR25 and the SCAR-H/SCAR17 series of rifle, including the readily available and popular MAGPUL P-MAG 20 in 7.62x51mm NATO, XS Drums, DPMS, and POF.
A serious design error in the original lower was also corrected. The SCAR25 grip tang was redesigned to accept all M-16/M-4 compatible grips including MAGPUL and ERGO. In addition, the SCAR25 lower was enhanced to be user friendly. The arch above the grip was re-contoured to allow gloved or small hands better access to the fire controls.
http://www.handldefense.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/486435_10151017917104219_1328307080_n-580x378.jpg
The original lower was made of plastic and was prone to flexing- particularly around the magazine well. The SCAR25 is CNC machined from 7075 T6 billet aluminum, which is stronger and more durable, so flexing is no longer an issue.
The SCAR25’s exterior appearance resembles the original lower. The SCAR25 is available in black and FDE. All SCAR25 lowers are Type III Hard Coat anodized black. SCAR25 lowers in FDE are coated with a mil-spec ceramic finish color matched to resemble the original lower.
Factory FN SCAR lower parts DO NOT require any type of modification for installation, and drop into the SCAR25 lower. It takes a qualified gunsmith two minutes to complete the upgrade. Once complete, the operator simply attaches the SCAR25 lower to the SCAR-17, resulting in an upgraded superior SCAR-17.
Handl Defense, LLC used rapid prototyping technology to produce two pre-production prototypes of the SCAR25 lower. Like the original lower, the SCAR25 prototypes are made entirely of ABS plastic. Extensive test firing has validated the concept and engineering- proof positive that the SCAR25 lower works.
The SCAR25 is in the early stages of production with expected delivery in September of 2012. A select-fire SCAR25 lower is planned for qualified buyers, LEO and MIL agencies in the near future.
Product Description
Handl Defense introduces the SCAR25, The first major upgrade for the FN SCAR-H platform. Made from billet 7075 T6 aluminum. We have completely re-engineered this lower receiver the way it should have been done it the first time. We have specifically designed the magazine well to be compatible with the readily available and combat proven SR-25, and M110 magazines, including the widely used MAGPUL P-MAG 20 in .308. We redesigned the grip tang to accept all M16/M4 compatible grips such as the Magpul and ERGO grips. We re-contoured the arch above the grip to accommodate gloved and smaller hands better reach to the fire controls.
Benefits:
■Aluminum receiver is stronger than the factory plastic, and will not crack in extreme cold or become pliable in extreme heat.
■Will accept Any AR-15 pistol grip
■No modification of FN LPK
■Lighter and stronger than factory lower when using full combat load out.
■Uses a combat proven and readily available US magazine design with a 50 year track record
■Cost of magazines are approximately 3:1
■Variety of magazine options and compatibility with other platforms
■Exterior appearance resembles original lower
*** 9x FN Factory SCAR-H magazines weights 2.34lbs. 9x Magpul P-Mag 20 .308 magazines weights 1.44lbs.. Weight savings of .9lbs. SCAR25 lower weights (X), that is a total combat load weight savings of (X).
SPECIFICATIONS:
■Material: Billet Aluminum 7075 T6
■Coating: Type III Hard Coat
■Coating Notes: FN Tan = Units are anodized black for material protection and hardness then painted FN tan with mil spec ceramic paint per contract for color consistency.
■Magazine: SR-25, M110, MAGPUL .308 P-Mag, and like mags
■Grip: ANY AR-15 Style Grip
■Weight: TBD
Here is some more info from their page about the SR-25 Magazine Compatible Lower Upgrade To The SCAR-17:
SCAR25
SR-25 Magazine Compatible Lower Upgrade To The SCAR-17
The SCAR25 was developed for the special operations warfighter and has been specifically designed and engineered to accept NATO STANAG SR-25 and M-110 battle proven magazines for both the M110/MK11/SR25 and the SCAR-H/SCAR17 series of rifle, including the readily available and popular MAGPUL P-MAG 20 in 7.62x51mm NATO, XS Drums, DPMS, and POF.
A serious design error in the original lower was also corrected. The SCAR25 grip tang was redesigned to accept all M-16/M-4 compatible grips including MAGPUL and ERGO. In addition, the SCAR25 lower was enhanced to be user friendly. The arch above the grip was re-contoured to allow gloved or small hands better access to the fire controls.
http://www.handldefense.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/486435_10151017917104219_1328307080_n-580x378.jpg
The original lower was made of plastic and was prone to flexing- particularly around the magazine well. The SCAR25 is CNC machined from 7075 T6 billet aluminum, which is stronger and more durable, so flexing is no longer an issue.
The SCAR25’s exterior appearance resembles the original lower. The SCAR25 is available in black and FDE. All SCAR25 lowers are Type III Hard Coat anodized black. SCAR25 lowers in FDE are coated with a mil-spec ceramic finish color matched to resemble the original lower.
Factory FN SCAR lower parts DO NOT require any type of modification for installation, and drop into the SCAR25 lower. It takes a qualified gunsmith two minutes to complete the upgrade. Once complete, the operator simply attaches the SCAR25 lower to the SCAR-17, resulting in an upgraded superior SCAR-17.
Handl Defense, LLC used rapid prototyping technology to produce two pre-production prototypes of the SCAR25 lower. Like the original lower, the SCAR25 prototypes are made entirely of ABS plastic. Extensive test firing has validated the concept and engineering- proof positive that the SCAR25 lower works.
The SCAR25 is in the early stages of production with expected delivery in September of 2012. A select-fire SCAR25 lower is planned for qualified buyers, LEO and MIL agencies in the near future.
Product Description
Handl Defense introduces the SCAR25, The first major upgrade for the FN SCAR-H platform. Made from billet 7075 T6 aluminum. We have completely re-engineered this lower receiver the way it should have been done it the first time. We have specifically designed the magazine well to be compatible with the readily available and combat proven SR-25, and M110 magazines, including the widely used MAGPUL P-MAG 20 in .308. We redesigned the grip tang to accept all M16/M4 compatible grips such as the Magpul and ERGO grips. We re-contoured the arch above the grip to accommodate gloved and smaller hands better reach to the fire controls.
Benefits:
■Aluminum receiver is stronger than the factory plastic, and will not crack in extreme cold or become pliable in extreme heat.
■Will accept Any AR-15 pistol grip
■No modification of FN LPK
■Lighter and stronger than factory lower when using full combat load out.
■Uses a combat proven and readily available US magazine design with a 50 year track record
■Cost of magazines are approximately 3:1
■Variety of magazine options and compatibility with other platforms
■Exterior appearance resembles original lower
*** 9x FN Factory SCAR-H magazines weights 2.34lbs. 9x Magpul P-Mag 20 .308 magazines weights 1.44lbs.. Weight savings of .9lbs. SCAR25 lower weights (X), that is a total combat load weight savings of (X).
SPECIFICATIONS:
■Material: Billet Aluminum 7075 T6
■Coating: Type III Hard Coat
■Coating Notes: FN Tan = Units are anodized black for material protection and hardness then painted FN tan with mil spec ceramic paint per contract for color consistency.
■Magazine: SR-25, M110, MAGPUL .308 P-Mag, and like mags
■Grip: ANY AR-15 Style Grip
■Weight: TBD