The Accuracy International AW in .243 Winchester was a specialized variant of the iconic AW platform, used by military snipers who needed to meet minimum-force caliber requirements in peace operations and for target shooting programs where .308 Win was prohibited. The .243 AW shares the same chassis as the .308 AW and feeds from a purpose-made .243 magazine. Now largely replaced by the AW .308 in all applications. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: .243 Winchester Capacity: 10 Year introduced: 1995, UK Weight: 147.2 oz Overall length: 44.5" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Military, Precision Shooting