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Thread: Why does san parks use the R1
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20-02-2013, 09:32 #21
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20-02-2013, 09:46 #22
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Re: Why does san parks use the R1
My friend in SANPARKS says they got them free.
KBK
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20-02-2013, 10:13 #23
Re: Why does san parks use the R1
Aaaarrrrgggghhh, you killed a tree !!!
Oh well, one less that needs a hug.
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20-02-2013, 15:27 #24
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Re: Why does san parks use the R1
I don't like the colour but this R1 would be pretty cool for anti-poaching/tree killing
http://www.gunslot.com/pictures/mode...-design-fn-fnc
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20-02-2013, 15:38 #25
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Re: Why does san parks use the R1
From the comments section:
"Sometimes I think the surest sign that intelligent life exists elsewhere in the universe is that none of it has tried to contact us." (Calvin & Hobbes)
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20-02-2013, 15:44 #26
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Re: Why does san parks use the R1
longer range and better ballistics;
more energy on impact;
better penetration.
better against big animals and big bastards.
edit: hoooly crap @ that tree! impressive!Last edited by Lian; 20-02-2013 at 15:50.
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20-02-2013, 16:40 #27
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Re: Why does san parks use the R1
It was one of those "invader" trees.
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14-09-2013, 00:01 #28
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Re: Why does san parks use the R1
image.jpgWhy do they use it, who wouldn't want to run around the bush with one of those?... SANparks K-9 unit!
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14-09-2013, 04:52 #29
Re: Why does san parks use the R1
They are primarily intended for Anti Poaching and the need to lay down heavy fire when the need to. Many poachers are equipped with AK47's and stolen high power rifles. The RI is easily able to combat these weapons and as stated the round is more appropriate in the bush than the 5.56mm.
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26-09-2013, 22:46 #30
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Re: Why does san parks use the R1
I worked for Sanparks. Got issued a brand new in grease R1 in 2005. We got two cases of rifles and a load of ammo. I could choose between this or a 30/06 or .458 win as a carry rifle whilst guiding. This was in the kgalagadi where there is only thread from cats. Some of the rifles was used and rough whilst some where new. Some had full auto whilst others just semi. I loved that rifle and used it on all my trips as guide. We also removed handles and sling mounts as you had to carry rifle in the ready position if a lion or leopard charged. Luckily I never fired a shot except during training.
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