M109 Anti-Materiel Payload Rifle (AMPR)
The Barrett XM109 25mm Payload Rifle is a modification to the current issue Barrett M107, .50 caliber Long Range Sniper Rifle. It provides high parts commonality , with most replacement parts are already in the logistic system. It has the same approximate weight, about 33 pounds, but at 46 inches it is 10 inches shorter. It is capable of defeating most light armor and material targets out to 2000 meters.
Based on the recent proven M107 battlefield performance the Barrett operating system has been shown to be one of the most reliable weapons in the sand, mud, dirt and harsh field conditions experienced by our troops in Bosnia, Somalia, Afghanistan, and Iraq. The XM109 shares the user friendly features and battle field reliability of the M107.
The 25mm XM109 will use the self-same 25mm armor-piercing ammunition as the Objective Crew-Served Weapon (XM307). The 25mm XM109 offers significantly greater lethality than the .50 caliber XM107 against C4I SAR targets. Near term penetration potential from optimizing warhead promises over 1 ½ -inches of RHA at 1200 meters and beyond. Long Term optimized AP ammunition offers 2 + inches of HHA
Providing Light Fighters with AP lethality out to 2000 meters, the Barrett XM109 25MM Payload rifle allows soldiers to engage and mitigate enemy light armor cost effectively. Like the M107 .50 caliber LRSR the XM109 has accuracy, lethality and legendary Barrett reliability. The XM109 is destined to continue the Barrett contribution to the war fighting assets of the military arsenal.
As of early 2004 the XM109 was being refined under contract to reduce recoil and enhance performance. At that time the program was on track to field ten (10) prototype weapon systems August 2004. XM109 with BORS could be in full rate production in 90 days from ARO pending limited safety release in August 2004.
The weapon system includes the Barrett Optical Ranging Sight system (BORS) to provide accuracy to engage vehicular targets out to 2000 meters. It will accept a full range of other sighting systems (conventional scope, night vision, thermal, red dot) Ammunition is available in both TP and AP. Initial tests indicated in excess of 1 ½ inch penetration of armor at 500 meters. Breeching capabilities on fortified doors, windows and walls without exposing soldier to enemy fire. Future potential of ammunition development for riot and crowd control and less lethal applications ( rubber projectile, chemical agent, marking). Soft mount available for watercraft, aircraft, and vehicles The system is capable of quick modification(6 months) for OCSW air burst ammunition. On board computer of BORS has capability to provide targeting information.
Based on the recent proven M107 battlefield performance the Barrett operating system has been shown to be one of the most reliable weapons in the sand, mud, dirt and harsh field conditions experienced by our troops in Bosnia, Somalia, Afghanistan, and Iraq. The XM109 shares the user friendly features and battlefield reliability of the M107.
Features
- M1913 Optical Rail
- Rear Grip
- Monopod Socket
- Detachable Bipod and Carry Handle
- Short Recoil Operation, Semi-Automatic
- 5-round Detachable Box Magazine
- Dual Chamber Detachable Muzzle Brake or Sound Suppressor
