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Desert Tech SRS

{{Infobox weapon

| name = Desert Tech Stealth Recon Scout

| image =

| caption =

| type = Sniper rifle
Bullpup

| service =

| designer =

| number =

| length = * {{cvt|26|in|mm|1}} (Covert)

  • {{cvt|33.5|in|mm|1}} (.243 Winchester)
  • {{cvt|31.5|in|mm|1}} (7.62×51mm)
  • {{cvt|35.5|in|mm|1}} (.300 Winchester Magnum)
  • {{cvt|37.5|in|mm|1}} (.338 Lapua Magnum)

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| height =

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| action = Bolt action

| image_size = 300px

| origin = United States

| is_ranged = yes

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| manufacturer = Desert Tech

| unit_cost = US$3395 (chassis)

| production_date = 2008–present

| variants = See Variants

| weight = * {{cvt|10|lb|kg|1}} (Covert)

  • {{cvt|11.5|lb|kg|1}} (.243 Winchester)
  • {{cvt|11|lb|kg|1}} (7.62×51mm)
  • {{cvt|12|lb|kg|1}} (.300 Winchester Short Magnum)
  • {{cvt|12.37|lb|kg|1}} (.338 Lapua Magnum)

| part_length = * {{cvt|16|in|mm|1}} (Covert)

  • {{cvt|24|in|mm|1}} (.243 Winchester)
  • {{cvt|22|in|mm|1}} (7.62×51mm)
  • {{cvt|26|in|mm|1}} (.300 Winchester Magnum)
  • {{cvt|26|in|mm|1}} (.338 Lapua Magnum)

| cartridge = * .243 Winchester

| velocity =

| range = {{convert|1737.36|m|yd}} (.338 Norma Magnum)

| max_range =

| feed = * 5-round detachable box magazine (.338 Lapua Magnum)

  • 6-round detachable box magazine (.300 Winchester)
  • 7-round detachable box magazine (.243 Winchester, .308 Winchester)

| sights = Telescopic sight

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The Desert Tech Stealth Recon Scout (SRS) is a bolt-action sniper rifle developed by the Utah-based firearm manufacturer Desert Tech (formerly Desert Tactical Arms). It was unveiled at the 2008 SHOT Show. It is known for its bullpup design.

A shorter variant of the SRS, called the SRS Covert, shares all the same features of the SRS, but uses shorter barrels and therefore a shorter handguard.

History

On 1 March 2021, Desert Tech issued a product recall of SRS rifles made between 8 December 2020 and 5 March, due to a mistake in heat treatment during manufacture, resulting in strikers that could be destroyed upon firing.{{cite web|last=C|first=Luke|date=2021-03-08|title=Desert Tech Issues Immediate Recall on SRS Strikers|url=https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2021/03/08/desert-teach-srs-strikers/|access-date=2021-03-08|website=The Firearm Blog|language=en-US}}

Design and features

The Stealth Recon Scout is notably unusual in that it is one of the few sniper rifles that is a bullpup bolt-action layout. This gives the rifle a relatively compact design, claimed to be 11 inches (280 mm) shorter than conventional sniper rifles.{{cite web|url=http://deserttacticalarms.com/compact.html|title=Desert Tactical Arms - Stealth Recon Scout|access-date=9 February 2008|archive-date=18 February 2008|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080218081836/http://deserttacticalarms.com/compact.html|url-status=dead}} Because of the bullpup layout, the magazine and bolt are behind the pistol grip, and therefore the operation is slightly different from most other conventional designs. Its design is very similar to the German DSR-1, which preceded the SRS by 8 years. This layout also shifts more weight to the rear of the rifle; the manufacturer claims that this creates a central balancing point.{{cite web|url=http://www.deserttacticalarms.com/specs.html|title=DTS - Rugged|access-date=9 February 2008|archive-date=18 February 2008|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080218112432/http://deserttacticalarms.com/specs.html|url-status=dead}} The sling points are balanced with the centerline of the weapon to ensure it lies flat when slung. It features an adjustable cheekrest, and a raised, contoured buttpad helps to seat it more securely into the shooter's shoulder. The gun weighs 10.5 lbs at its lightest, which makes it easy to use with a bipod or large scope.{{fact|date=January 2022}}

The Stealth Recon Scout was originally designed around the .338 Lapua Magnum cartridge, but is also available in many other calibers, including; .260 Remington, 6.5mm Creedmoor, 6.5×47mm Lapua, 7mm WSM, .308 Winchester, and .300 Winchester Magnum — all of which can be changed in a quick conversion.{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsvL3S2mLV8 |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211221/GsvL3S2mLV8 |archive-date=2021-12-21 |url-status=live|title=DT SRS Barrel Conversion|website=YouTube|access-date=23 December 2014}}{{cbignore}} The SRS is fed from a five-round box magazine, and uses a {{cvt|22|-|26|in|mm}} match fluted, free floated barrel. While the barrel is standard with a muzzle brake, it can be removed to allow access to a threaded muzzle for the attachment of a suppressor. The rifle is guaranteed to have a standard 0.5 moa (0.15 mrad) accuracy and uses a 1-6 lbs (4-27 N) adjustable match trigger.{{cite web|url=http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2008/02/04/desert-tactical-arms-stealth-recon-scout/|title=Desert Tactical Arms Stealth Recon Scout|website=The Firearm Blog|date=4 February 2008|first=Steve|last=Johnson}}

The rifle is constructed of polymer (available in olive drab, tan, or black), aluminum, and steel. The handguard and upper receiver use a Picatinny rail system for attaching accessories such as a bipod or a telescopic sight. The safety can be operated without removing the user's hand from the pistol grip, and the magazine release can be operated with one hand.{{fact|date=January 2022}}

A shorter variant of the SRS, called the SRS Covert, shares all the same features of the SRS, but uses shorter barrels and therefore a shorter handguard. The short barreled version of the rifle as stated by the manufacturer is to give users, (particularly military and law enforcement) a more compact and maneuverable for close quarters. It uses 16" and 18" barrels in some of the above-mentioned calibers.

Variants

  • Stealth Recon Scout (SRS)
  • SRS-A1
  • SRS-A2 (replaced A1 version)
  • Stealth Recon Scout Covert
  • SRS-A1 Covert
  • SRS-A2 Covert (replaced A1 version)
  • SRS-M2{{cite web |last1=SNOW |first1=JOHN B. |title=Desert Tech SRS A2 Tested and Reviewed |url=https://www.outdoorlife.com/guns/desert-tech-srs-a2-review/ |website=outdoorlife.com |publisher=Outdoor Life |access-date=13 April 2023}}

Users

  • {{Flag|Czech Republic}}: Czech Ministry of Defence; selected in 2015.{{cite web |url=https://deserttech.com/timeline.php |title=Timeline |publisher=Deserttech.com |date= |accessdate=2022-04-15 |archive-date=30 August 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190830201318/https://deserttech.com/timeline.php |url-status=dead }}
  • {{flag|Georgia}}: Defense Forces of Georgia.{{cite web|url=https://www.militaryfactory.com/smallarms/detail.asp?smallarms_id=987|title=DTA Stealth Recon Scout A1 (SRS-A1) Bullpup Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle - United States|website=www.militaryfactory.com}}{{cite web|url=http://geo-army.ge/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=9&Itemid=9&lang=en|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120309192408/http://geo-army.ge/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=9&Itemid=9&lang=en|url-status=dead|archive-date=9 March 2012|title=Armament of the Georgian Army|date=9 March 2012}} First country to receive the weapon for its armed forces. Used also by law enforcement and state security agencies. Suppressors locally produced.{{cite web|url=http://www.delta.gov.ge/product/338/|title=Small Arms - Suppressors - .338 Caliber 8,6 mm Suppressors|publisher=STC Delta}}
  • {{flag|Indonesia}}: Indonesian National Armed Forces. SRS-A2 Covert used by Combat Reconnaissance Platoon unit.{{cite web |title=Pangkostrad dan Pati Kostrad Terima Penyematan Brevet Kehormatan Intai Tempur |url=https://kostrad.mil.id/post_berita/pangkostrad-dan-pati-kostrad-terima-penyematan-brevet-kehormatan-intai-tempur/ |access-date=2022-03-06 |website=Kostrad |language=en-US}}
  • {{Flag|Lithuania}}: Lithuanian Armed Forces; selected in 2015.
  • {{Flag|Thailand}}: Royal Thai Police; selected in 2012.
  • {{Flag|Saudi Arabia}}: Saudi Royal Guard Regiment; selected in 2013.
  • {{Flag|Ukraine}}: Ukraine State Guard; selected in 2016.

Gallery

File:SRS 308 with flashhider.JPG|Stealth Recon Scout .308 with flash hider

File:SRS 308 vs M4.JPG|Stealth Recon Scout .308 with an AR-15

File:SRS 338.jpg|Stealth Recon Scout .338 with muzzle brake

File:Олександр Турчинов вручив гвинтівки нацгвардійцям 0663 (26221727746).jpg|Ukrainian National Guard soldiers

See also

References

{{Reflist}}

External links

{{Commons}}

  • [http://deserttech.com/ Desert Tech - Manufacturer's website]

;Videos

  • [https://www.youtube.com/user/deserttacticalarms Desert Tactical Arms, YouTube page]
  • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2HEO2eZXYY YouTube video showing a quick caliber conversion]

{{Bullpup firearms}}

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Category:7.62×51mm NATO rifles

Category:.338 firearms

Category:.338 Lapua Magnum rifles

Category:Bolt-action rifles of the United States

Category:Bullpup rifles

Category:Sniper rifles of the United States