What are semi-automatic rifles called?

self-loading rifles
A semi-automatic rifle is a rifle that fires a single round each time the trigger is pulled. They are also known as self-loading rifles (‘SLR’) or auto-loading rifles.

Is 7.62 an intermediate caliber?

30-06 Springfield or 7.62×51mm NATO), and therefore is regarded as being “intermediate” between traditional rifle and handgun calibers. As their recoil is significantly reduced compared to full-power cartridges, fully automatic rifles firing intermediate cartridges are relatively easy to control.

What is a semi-automatic assault rifle?

Semiautomatic assault weapons are civilian versions of automatic military assault rifles (like the AK-47 and the M-16) and automatic military assault pistols (like the UZI).

Is AR-15 semi-automatic?

The Colt AR-15 is a lightweight, magazine-fed, gas-operated semi-automatic rifle. It is a semi-automatic version of the M16 rifle sold for the civilian and law enforcement markets in the United States.

What do you call an AR 15 chambered in 7.62 x39?

Essentially these are Western SIG or AR-based rifles or carbines chambered for the 7.62×39 mm cartridge that do not come with the limitations of the AK-47 platform-but do employ the AK magazine.

What does 6.8 SPC stand for?

Remington Special Purpose Cartridge
The 6.8mm Remington Special Purpose Cartridge (6.8 SPC, 6.8 SPC II or 6.8×43mm) is a rimless bottlenecked intermediate rifle cartridge that was developed by Remington Arms in collaboration with members of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit and United States Special Operations Command to possibly replace the 5.56 NATO …

Is a semi-automatic rifle an assault weapon?

Drawing from federal and state law definitions, the term assault weapon refers primarily to semi-automatic rifles, pistols, and shotguns that are able to accept detachable magazines and possess one or more other features. Some jurisdictions define revolving cylinder shotguns as assault weapons.