The Swiss-made SSG 3000 from SIG is a precision-made rifle which,
in the hands of a well-trained marksman, will produce consistent
results of the highest order. The SSG 3000 is a bolt-action rifle
firing the standard NATO 7.62mm x 51 caliber round. The bolt itself
has six locking lugs to provide a positive gas seal. The weapon uses
the very latest in weapon design technology and has been developed
using the Sauer 200 STR target rifle as its base.
The rifle is a modular design with the trigger system and five-round
capacity magazine forming a single unit which is fifted into the receiver
housing, which in turn is joined to the barrel by screw clamps. The
receiver housing is machined from a single block with locking between
the bolt and the barrel, which minimizes the stress transference to the
receiver. The stock of the SSG 3000 is made from non-warping wood
laminate to produce a weapon that is low maintenance and simple
to use.
The trigger has two take-up weights, which can be adjusted to assist
in tailoring the weapon to individual firers. The first take-up weight
of the trigger is between 13N and 15N, and the second between 13N
and 17N. The safety catch is mounted above the trigger and serves
to lock the trigger, bolt and firing pin when applied. The firer can
release the safety catch without having to change position, which
increases his response time. There is a cocking indicator pin with red
and white surfaces at the end of the striker head to indicate to the
firer the state of the weapon. The firing pin is light and has only a
short distance to travel before striking the base of the round, thereby
giving an extremely short lock time.
The heavy barrel of the SSG 3000 is manufactured from cold-swaged
metal and has a combined muzzle brake and flash suppressor, which has
a significant influence on the accuracy and stability of the weapon. It
has a fully adjustable cheek-plate and butt-plate and a bipod, all of
which can be fitted to suit the anatomy of individual firers. The SSG 3000
is also available in a left-handed version.
The weapon has no iron sights, due to the fact that it is intended to be
used solely with telescopic sights. It can accept most optical sights,
including night-vision equipment and NATO STANAG equipment, but the
Hensoldt 1.5-6 x 42BL has been specifically designed for use with the SSG
3000. This sight unit is attached to the rifle by means of a mounting which
allows for axial adjustment to suit individual users' eye relief. For
training or practice purposes a .22 inch conversion kit is available for this
weapon.
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