Description
There are big rifles, and then there is the Barrett 82A1. This is the gun that made shoulder-fired .50 BMG a reality, and decades of hard service later it remains the standard everything else gets measured against. The 14031 version brings that heritage in a Flat Dark Earth Cerakote finish over a steel receiver, with a 29-inch fluted barrel wearing a 1:15 twist that stabilizes heavy .50 caliber bullets way out past where most rifles give up.
Why the 82A1 Is Easier on You Than You'd Think
The first thing people notice when they run one of these is how manageable it is. The recoil-operated action, dual barrel springs, and that unmistakable arrowhead two-port muzzle brake all work together to soak up a huge chunk of the .50 BMG's push, and the roughly 32.7 pound weight handles the rest. A Sorbothane recoil pad finishes the job. The chamber is chrome plated and cut to run both civilian and military spec ammunition, and the extractor and ejector are built to keep cycling in mud, dust, cold, or whatever else you drag it through.
Set Up for Serious Glass
Up top you get a 23-inch M1913 Picatinny rail with 27 MOA of built-in taper, which gives your scope the elevation headroom it needs when you start stretching things to a mile and beyond. Flip-up iron sights are there as a backup, and the full package includes a quick-detach lightweight bipod, a rear grip that works with a monopod, a carry handle, one 10-round magazine, and a hard case to haul it all in.
Owning a Barrett 82A1 FDE
At 57 inches overall, this is not a rifle you buy on a whim, it is one you buy because nothing else does what it does. Whether it anchors a long-range setup, a serious collection, or both, the 82A1 is a piece of American firearms history you can shoot.
Key Specifications
- Model: 82A1 (M82A1)
- Manufacturer Part Number: 14031
- UPC: 816715012616
- Caliber: .50 BMG
- Action: Recoil Operated, Semi-Automatic
- Barrel Length: 29" Fluted
- Twist Rate: 1:15"
- Capacity: 10+1
- Overall Length: 57"
- Weight: 32.72 lbs
- Finish: Flat Dark Earth Cerakote
- Optics Rail: 23" M1913 Picatinny, 27 MOA Taper
- Muzzle Device: Two-Port Muzzle Brake
- Sights: Flip-Up Iron Rear
- Chamber: Chrome Plated
- Safety: Thumb Lever
What’s Included
- Barrett 82A1 rifle
- One 10-round magazine
- Quick-detach lightweight bipod
- Monopod-capable rear hand grip
- Carry handle
- Hard carrying case
Frequently Asked Questions
How bad is the recoil on the Barrett 82A1 in .50 BMG?
Much softer than most folks expect. Between the recoil-operated action, dual barrel springs, the big two-port muzzle brake, and nearly 33 pounds of rifle, the felt recoil is often compared to a 12 gauge shotgun. The Sorbothane recoil pad helps take the edge off too. The muzzle blast is another story, so quality ear protection is a must, and so is warning anyone standing beside you.
Do I need a scope, or can I shoot the 82A1 with the included sights?
It ships with flip-up iron rear sights, so you can run it out of the box, but this rifle is built for glass. The 23-inch Picatinny rail has 27 MOA of taper baked in, which gives a long-range scope the extra elevation travel needed for shots well past 1,000 yards. Plan on a scope rated to handle .50 BMG recoil with solid rings or a one-piece mount.
What is the difference between this 29-inch model and the 20-inch 82A1?
The 29-inch barrel is the long-range configuration, giving the .50 BMG more velocity and better downrange energy than the shorter 20-inch CQB version. If your goal is stretching the rifle to its full potential at extreme distance, the 29-inch fluted barrel is the one to get. The fluting also helps shave weight and aids cooling during longer strings.
Can the Barrett 82A1 run military surplus .50 BMG ammo?
Yes. The chamber is chrome plated and dimensioned to accept both civilian and military spec ammunition, which is part of what made the platform so trusted in service. That said, like any precision rifle it will shoot its best with quality match-grade loads, so it is worth testing a few types to see what your barrel prefers.




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