SHOT Show: New modular tactical rifle on display (video)
Austrian company Ritter & Stark was one of the new exhibitors at this year's packed SHOT Show in Las Vegas, displaying its newest SX-1 Modular Tactical Rifle.
The bolt-action SX-1 MTR is marketed as a modular weapon, principally owing to its ability to fire .308 Winchester, .300 Winchester Magnum and .338 Lapua Magnum ammunition.
The rifle features a Remington 700 trigger and is also able to integrate AR-15-standard pistol grips and butt stock mount. The SX-1 MTR has a proprietary butt stock, with adjustable cheek piece, length of pull and recoil pad.
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