This gives me an excuse to:
Apparently this is possible using currently existing technology. I love when current technology advances.... because I I stick so close to it for the most part. Either previously existing real world stuff, or previously existing somewhere in Fenspace.
EDIT: Memory hole'd because it was 'excessive'.
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Apparently this is possible using currently existing technology. I love when current technology advances.... because I I stick so close to it for the most part. Either previously existing real world stuff, or previously existing somewhere in Fenspace.
Quote:The FR-15
Yet another variant of Eugene Stoner’s classic AR-15 design, produced originally for Survival Shot to cheaply replace a few broken AUG’s. The primary difference in the FR design is the replacement of the normal direct impingement with a short-stroke gas piston system and the use of carbon-based composite materials in construction.
The weapon receiver and uppers are formed from a carbon-based composite, that also doubles as a low-power structural battery. The battery can provide power to an integrated smart-gun system mounted on the top rail. The barrel is also formed from carbon composites wrapped around a steel liner, though the composition is changed to improve heat rejection.
Otherwise standard, it accepts any AR-compatible magazine and chambers 5.56mm NATO, or with slight modification simunition marker rounds. It is capable of both single-shot or full-automatic fire.
The FR-15 is available for public order through Ford’s Heavyarms site. Aside from the light weight and the integrated smartgun system, it performs much the same as any other AR available from any other builder. Compared to the hand-manufactured 20mm weapons, the FR’s come in at a much more reasonable price-point, though they still aren’t cheap by any means.
A ‘pistol’ variant (FR-15K) is also available, with the usual buttstock removed and the recoil springs moved to the top of the pistol’s upper.The receiver is the exact same part as used on the rifle, with pistol and rifle components being generally interchangeable. The buttstock can be refitted to the pistol if needed.
Although not very popular in Fenspace... most Fen preferring either new generation less-lethal DEW’s or coil and rail-guns, the FR has carved a small niche market for itself among those suspicious of waved weaponry.
The FR-15 also formed the bases of some of the earlier experiments with Eezo boosted personal firearms.
EDIT: Memory hole'd because it was 'excessive'.
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