Tactical Tupperware Party ....
Had a free day and a chance to shoot a few hundred rounds of 5.56 today.
Did an informal side-by-side shoot with the Tavor TAR 21, a HK SL8-4 (in G-36 drag) as well as an 11.5" AR15.
Some shooting opinions about the Tavor ...
Accuracy was better than expected. The full 475mm bbl (18") was great for accurancy and shot placement, although the Mepro M-21 sight was definately not for everyone. Bright day provided for a good sight picture but this wasn't the case while shooting from under cover (shade). Compared to the HK SL8 (3x hendsolt optic) the Tavor is far easier to handle (shooting while moving etc)
It was agreed that the ergonomics on the Tavor were a winner, although some prefer the standard rifle configuration. Only negative points were the inability for some guys to be able to get a good sight picture (personal preference). It was clear today that the bullpup had a nice advantage in accurancy as compared to the shorty AR15 (overall length comparable)... also not as loud as the 11.5" shorty.
Just my two cents .. this is a great rifle and well balanced. As with anything, there are personal preferences and minor adjustments needed, but the quality of the rifle is solid. Standard AR15 mags all fit & functioned flawlessly for those who were curious. All mags dropped free although the mag release needed some getting used to.
Later the same day Tavor was compared side by side to a Norinco QBZ97 as well as a Steyr AUG. The Tavor definately is quality piece of gear. With a proper sling set up (anything is better than the IDF seatbelt sling) this would make a great pack rifle or plinker.
These rifles will be available in Canada. No idea if this will make it to the US.
I still like the AR15 carbines in 14.5" but these bullpups are neat.
Shazam
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