The Steyr AUG (German: Armee-Universal-Gewehr, lit. 'army universal rifle') is an Austrian bullpup assault rifle chambered for the 5.56×45mm NATO intermediate cartridge, designed in the 1960s by Steyr-Daimler-Puch, and now manufactured by Steyr Arms GmbH & Co KG.

Jun 5, 2021 · The newer, AUG Para XS features a 12.8-inch barrel, Picatinny rails, and 9mm magazines, and the AUG 40 is a submachine gun produced in .40 S&W-caliber.

The iconic bullpup AUG has been one of the most recognizable rifles in the world since its adoption by the Austrian army in 1977 and is now used by international military units. Available in 5.56x45mm (.223 Rem.), .300 AAC Blackout, and 9x19mm.

A bolt release button allows fast reloading of the rifle. Due to its utmost flexibility design concept, the STEYR AUG A3 is a state-ofthe- art, multi-purpose assault rifle, for day and night operations. Armed and Special Forces all over the world are trusting in the STEYR AUG.

Steyr designed a “civilian” AUG, called the USR (Universal Sporting Rifle) that omitted many of the features politicians found threatening. Barrels no longer had bayonet lugs, and it was given a thumb-hole stock.

Sep 27, 2019 · Dubbed the Armee Universal Gewehr (AUG) which translates roughly to “Army Universal Rifle,” Steyr created the iconic 5.56 NATO bullpup to replace the Austrian military’s …

Aug 16, 2024 · Developed in the 1970s by Steyr-Daimler-Puch (now Steyr Arms) in Austria, the AUG is renowned for its versatility, reliability, and futuristic aesthetics. This article provides an in-depth look at the Steyr AUG, exploring its features, variants, and impact on both military and civilian markets.

Aug 3, 2020 · The Steyr AUG A3 in submachine gun configuration, feeding from a .40 caliber extended Glock magazines was the winning bidder for the contract. The Steyr beat out competition from B&T and Shield Arms. In the negotiation phase, Steyr offered the lowest final bid, $2,580 per weapon.

Oct 7, 2024 · The AUG wasn’t the first bullpup rifle, but it’s one of the most successful versions ever to be fielded and almost certainly the most famous and recognizable of the bunch. So, …

Dec 20, 2024 · Numerous iterations, models, and adaptations over the decades have continued to refine this iconic weapon for combat units and civilian purposes, culminating with the latest, greatest AUG A3 M2.