{"id":206438,"date":"2024-09-02T19:57:20","date_gmt":"2024-09-03T00:57:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=206438"},"modified":"2024-09-04T20:22:59","modified_gmt":"2024-09-05T01:22:59","slug":"bushmaster-brings-back-the-ba50","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/bushmaster-brings-back-the-ba50\/","title":{"rendered":"Bushmaster Brings Back the BA50"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bushmaster_BM40.png\" alt=\"The Bushmaster BA50.\" class=\"wp-image-206442\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bushmaster_BM40.png 900w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bushmaster_BM40-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bushmaster_BM40-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bushmaster_BM40-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bushmaster Firearms has announced the return of the BA50 50 BMG long-range rifle, and it\u2019s coming with a few upgrades.  (<em>Photo: Bushmaster<\/em>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-estimated-reading-time yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time: <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">2<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bushmaster Firearms has announced the return of the BA50 50 BMG long-range rifle, and it\u2019s coming with a few upgrades. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Known for sticking to its made-in-America roots, Bushmaster has given this model some tweaks while keeping its focus on accuracy and power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re into long-range shooting for fun or work, the BA50 packs a punch with its 29-inch heavy barrel and a sturdy tactical bipod to keep things stable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-here-s-what-s-new\"><strong>Here\u2019s what\u2019s new:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Enhanced 29\u201d Heavy Barrel:<\/strong> Bushmaster upgraded the barrel to deliver consistent accuracy over long distances. It\u2019s designed to minimize vibration and provide top-tier performance for precision shooting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Heavy-Duty Bipod:<\/strong> The GG&amp;G LCB-3 Tactical Bipod helps keep the rifle steady, providing increased stability and control, particularly useful in long-range scenarios.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Magpul\u00ae PRS\u00ae Gen3 Stock:<\/strong> The adjustable stock ensures shooters can customize their setup for comfort and precision. It pairs with the ERGO Tactical Super Ambi Grip, giving users an adaptable system that fits their shooting style.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Integrated Picatinny Optics Rail:<\/strong> The rifle comes with a built-in Picatinny rail for easy mounting of high-powered optics, allowing clear target acquisition for accurate shots over long distances.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Bushmaster\u00ae Goes Big.\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OBAndbcDVSU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The BA50 is available now, through Bushmaster dealers or online, priced at $6,878.95.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also coming in two colors: Flat Dark Earth, shipping on September 5th, and Black, available on October 5th.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, with a price tag of $7K, what do you think?  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