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SIG Sig SG 542 7.62x51mm 18-inch

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

Export battle rifle version of the SG 540 series in 7.62mm NATO.

Type: Rifle

Action: Semi-Automatic

Caliber: 7.62x51mm NATO

Capacity: 20

Year introduced: 1978, Switzerland

Weight: 103.2 oz

Overall length: 38.2"

Status: Discontinued

Intended use: Military/Export