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What makes the Kimber advanced tactical rifle so special?
The Kimber Advanced Tactical Rifle offers some features that are not seen in other rifles for military and law enforcement precision shooters, such as the non-rotating claw extractor, mechanical ejector (useful when spent cases can’t be left lying on the ground) and thoughtfully modified A-5 stock.
What is the Advanced Tactical Rifle?
The Advanced Tactical Rifle is further modified for tactical use through the addition of four flush-mounted quick-detachable mounting points for sling attachment. There’s two on the left side of the stock and two on the bottom of the stock. Accuracy is enhanced by both the glass bedding and a free-floating barrel.
What kind of gun is the Kimber 8400?
The Model 8400 Advanced Tactical is finished in Desert Tan KimPro II for superior resistance to the elements. Kimber builds five no-compromise tactical rifles to meet the requirements of military or law enforcement professionals. In these arenas, the need for accuracy and dependability takes on new meaning.
How many magazines are in a Kimber rifle?
In terms of support, Edelman says Kimber is sending 200 R7 Mako 9mm subcompact pistols, 10 Advanced Tactical rifles in .308 Win., and 10 bolt-action rifles in .308 Win. Each rifle will include two magazines and a replacement firing pin assembly while the Makos will ship with 800 extra 13-round magazines.
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