GEISSELE AUTOMATICS SUPER DUTY RIFLE
Posted May 19, 2023
GEISSELE AUTOMATICS SUPER DUTY RIFLE is a top of the line weapon system that has been designed to provide military-grade performance to the civilian market. The Super Duty Rifle is a semi-automatic, precision-crafted, .308 Winchester chambered rifle with free-floating barrels, modular hand guards, full-length top rail, and ergonomic stock. The rifle is designed with the idea of providing superior performance and accuracy while maintaining reliability, usability, and affordability.
The Super Duty Rifle is engineered with a 20”, match-grade, chrome-lined, fluted barrel chambered in .308 Winchester. This barreling system is designed to provide accuracy at extended ranges and excellent ballistics for a variety of use cases. Thanks to the company's unique four-prong flash hider, the muzzle climb is drastically reduced and subsequent shots for follow-up shots are lightning fast. The three-eighths-inch reinforced steel gas system and mil-spec buffer assembly provides consistently reliable functioning each and every time the weapon is fired.
The Geissele Automatics Super Duty Rifle features a full-length, integral top rail across the top of the receiver that allows for the mounting of myriad sight and optics choices. Additionally, the rifle is equipped with Geissele’s own SMR MK2 modular hand guard system, crafted from advanced aluminum alloys that’s machined for precision, and coated in a durable, textured, corrosion-resistant finish. This hand guard system offers an impressively light weight, while providing lengths of M-Lok slots that allow for the attachment of many aftermarket accessories.
Ergonomics are no stranger to this rifle. Protected by a grooved, matte black, hard-coat anodized Type 3 receiver, the Super Duty Rifle is outfitted with a Magpul MOE-K2 pistol grip and a six-position adjustment stock. The pistol grip provides an extremely comfortable feel, while the stock is adjustable to fit any size operator. Coupled with the combination of the adjustable trigger pull of the Geissele Super Semi-Automatic Enhanced (SSA-E) Trigger and the adjustable stock, operating the Super Duty Rifle is both comfortable and intuitive.
With all of the features offered, the Geissele Automatics Super Duty Rifle is truly a top of the line weapon system. It’s precision machined and engineered for accuracy and reliability. Its ergonomics, adjustable trigger pull, and stock adjustment all provide superb comfort in any shooter’s hands. With its customizable look and mounting options, the Super Duty Rifle is an ideal choice for not only newcomers to the shooting community, but also experienced marksmen.
At an MSRP price of $1,749.00 the Geissele Automatics Super Duty Rifle is an investment well worth making. The rifle is extremely reliable, accurate, and offers an incredible range of customization and expansion. Its components are all machined to the highest standards and provide peak performance and durability in any environment in which it is used. Looking at the value added that this rifle provides for a civilian user, it provides superior performance at a fraction of the cost of many competitors in the market.
From a competitive shooting perspective, the Geissele Automatics Super Duty Rifle will provide an extremely accurate system on which serious and recreational shooters alike can rely. This superior accuracy and precision can easily be seen on long-range shots, which makes it suitable for many competitive shooting disciplines. With its .308 Winchester chambering, the Super Duty Rifle is perfect for use in competitive match shooting.
For those looking for a top-of-the-line rifle suitable for many use cases, the Geissele Automatics Super Duty Rifle is an ideal option. From a high-quality, highly accurate barreling system and a handguard with an incredible range of mounting options for accessories, to the adjustable stock and trigger pull, this rifle provides all of the features any serious shooter would require in an ideal firearm. While it might be bit of an investment for some, the Geissele Automatics Super Duty Rifle is worth every penny spent and will provide precision accuracy and reliability at any range.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Highly reliable and accurate
- Affordable price
- Easy drop-in installation
- Ambidextrous safety selector
- Proven performance in harsh conditions
- Numerous built-in upgrades
- Lightweight and durable aluminum and steel construction
Cons:
- Not ideally suited for outdoors or high-volume use
- Limited customization options
- Non-standard compatibility with aftermarket products
- Limited availability
Who Should Buy
The Geissele Automatics Super Duty Rifle is designed for professionals and advanced amateur shooters. It is not intended for novice shooters, as it requires more sophisticated handling techniques to be proficient. As such, this rifle should be purchased only by experienced shooters who intend to use it for serious target shooting or similar purposes. It should not be purchased by those who are new to shooting or only intend to use it for recreational shooting, as it could potentially be too complex or challenging to use.
Comparisons
| Other Rifle 1 | Other Rifle 2 |
|---|---|
| 16" 5.56 Barrel | 20" 5.45x39mm Barrel |
| Carbine Length Gas System | Mid-Length Gas System |
| B5 Systems Stock | Magpul MOE Stock |
| Geissele Trigger | ALG Trigger |
| BCM Gunfighter Charging Handle | Standard Charging Handle |
Features / Specs
• Ambidextrous Safety Selector
• Trigger Guard and Magazine Well Machined from Mil-Spec 7075-T6 Aluminum
• Receiver Extension Machined from 7075-T6 Aluminum
• Barrel Machined from Chrome Moly Vanadium 4150 Steel
• nitrided for durability and corrosion resistance
• 5.56 NATO Chamber
• 1:8 Right Hand Twist with 6 grooves
• 16" Midlength Lightweight Profile
• Direct Impingement Compatible
• 15" M-LOK Handguard
• Mil-Std 1913 Picatinny Rails
• Geissele Super Duty Trigger
• Geissele Pistol Grip
• Geissele Compact Stock
• Geissele Super Gas Block
• Bayonet Lug
• Weight 7.7 lbs
Popular Accessories
The most popular accessories for the Geissele Automatics Super Duty Rifle include: a Geissele/Larue trigger pack, an NP3-coated buffer tube assembly, rail-mounted optics, a Geissele Universal Super Charging Handle, a Geissele Super Modular Rail, a Geissele MK1 Modular Rail, a Geissele Super Precision scope mount, a Magpul MIAD Grip and a Geissele Super Gas Block.
Accuracy
The Geissele Automatic Super Duty Rifle's accuracy is highly impressive. The precision-machined upper and lower receiver sets ensure consistent in-line alignment of the bore axis, which promotes superior accuracy and downrange performance. The Super Duty Rifle features the latest Geissele Manufacturing Super Dynamic Enhanced Trigger, which provides a precise, controllable and reliable trigger pull. The addition of the Geissele Gas Block plus an improved barrel and gas system also ensure shooters experience the best accuracy possible. Lastly, the improved muzzle brake and the superior design of the Geissele Super Duty Rifle ensure that shooters get the best accuracy and performance each and every time.
