New from the makers of the legendary Barrett BA21 .50 cal rifle is the model 98 Bravo. Revolutionary in design, the 98 Bravo comes in as the little brother to BA21 firing the much smaller but still extremely effective .338 Lapua round. Barrett tapped into their vast experience designing long range rifles to come up with a smaller, more cost effective model, for those jobs when the .50 cal is just too big.

Barrett utilized a modular layout that allows the user to adapt the rifle to fit their exact needs and incorporated a strait-line design running from the muzzle to the shooter's shoulder to tame recoil, making the 98 very easy to shoot. The straight-line design according to Barrett also makes for faster, more accurate follow-up shots fed in from the polymer 10-round detachable magazine.

The 98 Bravo also incorporates an ergonomic pistol grip that positions the shooter's hand in a natural position which reduces muscle fatigue and promotes excellent trigger control, as well as a polymer guide that silences the bolt when feeding in the next round.

The 98 Bravo boasts a massive 18in 1913 rail which allows for any number or combination of optics to be mounted.

The fluted, match-grade barrel is easily accessed for cleaning from the chamber by breaking the rifle open much the same way as an M4 Carbine. Barrel cooling is aided by a series of vents machined into the upper receiver.

Equipped with a rear monopod and forward bipod, the model 98B is both extremely accurate and a pleasure to shoot. Tested to MIL SPEC 810-F, the 98B continues Barrett's dominance in making the most reliable, high performing and innovative long range, high caliber rifles in the world. From long distance hunters, to Police Departments, to the Military; the model 98B should prove to be one important asset and one phenomenal rifle, if and when the need arises.

The 98 Bravo retails for $4,495 (optics extra).




98B Exploded View - PDF


The Specs

Environmental testing on the M98B is done to MIL SPEC 810-F. Rifles are taken down to -30° F for 24 hours and up to 150° F for 24 hours before being tested for function. Sand tests are also performed by simulating a sand/dust storm conditions and again performing a function test.

Caliber: .338 Lapua Magnum
Weight: 13.5 pounds (6.12Kg)
Overall Length: 49.75” (126.36cm)
Barrel Length: 27” (68.58cm)
Twist rate: 1 in 10 Right Hand Twist
Scope Rail: 18.125” integral 1913 rail
Safety: Manual Reversible, thumb lever

Side accessory rail that includes sling loop socket
2 (two) magazines
Harris bipod
Monopod
2 (two) sling loops
Air/water tight case with wheels
Owners manual