The BCL 102 is a lightweight, 7.62×51mm, magazine-fed, gas-operated semi-automatic rifle.
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History
Black Creek Labs (Then North Eastern Arms) introduced the BCL 102 (Then NEA 102) in 2017. This rifle reportedly takes its roots from the Armalite AR 102 (which pre-dates the AR-15), hence the numerals "102" in its name.
First Wave
Circa Aug 2017. First public release.
Second Wave
Circa Dec 2017. Current production version. Changes from the first wave include: ambidextrous bolt release, redesigned upper receiver, redesigned brass deflector, redesigned BCL logo, redesigned bolt catch, addition of a trigger guard lowering gate, and flared magazine well. This wave also reportedly has a modified ejection window and dust cover that allows the operator to slide the cover open without having to pull the bolt backwards.
At some later point (unclear date), the charge handle was replaced by a ambidextrous in-house model. The stock was also changed to a "Captain Hook" style. The barrel nut now has lightening holes in it.
Third Wave
No official details or plans as of Dec 2017. BCL has neither confirmed or denied any plans for future generations/iterations of the 7.62mm/.308 BCL 102. There may be other calibre options available in the future.
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Features
As delivered, a Wave 2 rifle weighs approx. 8.9lbs.
Operating mechanism
The rifle action operates on a direct impingement system. The BCL 102 operates in a similar fashion to the popular Colt AR 15.
Upper receivers
The upper receiver incorporates the fore stock, the charging handle, the gas operating system, the barrel, the bolt and bolt carrier assembly. The BCL 102 employ a modular design. Thus one upper receiver can quickly and easily be substituted for another. Upper receivers are available with barrels of different weights, lengths, calibers, and rail systems with various sights and accessories. The standard BCL 102 rifle uses a 18.5" barrel, to be legally categorized as a non-restricted firearm in Canada.
Charge Handle
Some users have reported that third party charge handle require shaving off some of the material off the 'ears' of these handles. This seems to affect Wave 2 rifles only.
Lower receivers
The lower receiver incorporates the magazine well, the pistol grip, the buttstock, the buffer and the buffer spring. The lower receiver also contains the trigger, disconnector, hammer and fire selector (collectively known as the fire control group).
Sights
The BCL 102 uses standard picatinny rails, which allows the use of various scopes and sighting devices.
Muzzle devices
The BCL 102's barrel has standard 5/8" x 24 threading on the end, which allows a variety of muzzle devices to be installed on it. Of note, the default muzzle device has external threads (size).
Magazines
The BCL 102 uses 10-20-30-round staggered-column AR-10/SR-25 style magazines. Due a clause in Canada's magazine restrictions the maximum amount limit allowed is 10 rounds while using a XCR-M pistol magazine. All other common magazines available are pinned or physically limited to 5 rounds per Canadian law. Note, even though it's legal to possess and use XCR-M pistol magazines it is common to have restrictions on magazine capacity while hunting as prescribed by provincial or territorial law.
Platform
There is a vast assortment of aftermarket parts and accessories available for the BCL 102. Including: Barrels, Magazines, Bolt Carrier Groups, Charging Handles, Furniture & Stock Kits, Picatinny Rails, Muzzle Devices, Trigger Groups, Bi-Pods, Lasers, Tactical Lights, Carry Handles, Sights, Scopes and Optics, to name a few.
Gallery
See also
- Modern sporting rifle
References
Bibliography
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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