Barrett has done it again, folks. On display at SHOT Show 2025, the 30mm Support Rifle System (SSRS) is the stuff of tactical dreams.
Built for modern combat, this beast of a rifle tackles drones, defilade positions, and dismounted threats with ease. Unfortunately, it’s not available to the public—but admit it, we all wish it was.
Barrett + MARS: A Sci-Fi Dream Team
The SSRS is the lovechild of Barrett Firearms and MARS Inc., a tech start-up that’s making waves in the U.S. Army’s xTechSoldier Lethality competition.
Together, they’ve created a rifle that’s as cutting-edge as it gets, designed specifically for the Army’s Precision Grenadier System (PGS) program.
A 30mm Wrecking Ball
Let’s talk firepower. The SSRS is chambered in 30mm, which means this rifle is throwing rounds the size of Red Bulls downrange. Despite its monstrous caliber, it’s compact—just 33.9 inches long with a 12-inch barrel—and weighs 13.9 pounds, making it surprisingly maneuverable.
The deep rifling cuts in the barrel ensure those hefty 30mm rounds stay on target. Whether you’re neutralizing threats behind cover, knocking drones out of the sky, or addressing dismounted enemy forces, this rifle does it all.
Specs That Command Attention
Here’s the lowdown on the SSRS:
- Caliber: 30mm
- Operation: Semi-Automatic
- Barrel Length: 12 inches
- Overall Length: 33.9 inches
- Twist Rate: 1:24 inches
- Weight: 13.9 lbs
- Magazine Capacity: 5 rounds
- Integrated 84 MOA Rail: Built right into the receiver for precision adjustments when lobbing those massive rounds.
A Rifle We Can Only Dream Of Owning
Let’s be clear: the SSRS is for military use only. But that doesn’t stop us from wishing it was available to the public.
Imagine showing up at the range with this 30mm beast, turning heads, and making your shooting buddies jealous. Sadly, we’ll have to settle for admiring it from afar.
See It at SHOT Show 2025
If you’re lucky enough to attend SHOT Show, stop by Barrett’s booth (#10344) to check out the SSRS in person.
While it remains to be seen if this rifle will meet the Army’s rigorous requirements, it’s a testament to Barrett’s relentless pursuit of innovation.
Final Thoughts
The Barrett SSRS is a next-level solution for modern combat challenges. It’s not just a rifle—it’s a symbol of what’s possible when engineering meets battlefield demands.
Sure, we can’t own one, but we can still marvel at its brilliance and hope one day something like it might hit the civilian market.
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