BEAUCHAMP LODGE 1422 - The West Kent Military Lodge

The Powerful SLR due to return to the British Army

Author:
Mark Eyles-Thomas
PDProvGM West Kent, Member of Beauchamp Lodge No.1422
Date:
11 February 2022
Category:
SLR Rumour Control

For about 36 years the famous SLR (Self Loading Rifle) has been out of circulation, now it is due to return to service for British Army Troops.

A picture of the SLR or Self Loading Rifle 7.62 calibre. Black plastic stock and butt. The carrying handle is erect and the weapon has a sling fitted

The SLR-A2, a 7.62mm weapon, will feature a fully modernised rail system and extended 30-round magazine.

This change comes after years of continuous failings of the Army’s current weapon system, the SA80, which was found to be much less powerful.

“We had a major issue with stopping power with the SA80” said Lt Gen Ian Wallace, Deputy Director of Defense Armaments, “The weapons system was simply not powerful enough to put down the enemy. With the new ‘A2’, you can guarantee that it will not fail with that task.”

There is currently no date announced for its integration, the news of the SLR’s return has been met with strong approval by both serving soldiers and veterans alike.

“It’s good to have a real man’s weapon back in the army” said Gary Lavelle, 64, a veteran of the Light Infantry.

A picture of a man firing the SLR on a range from the standing unsupported position. The man is wearing ear protection and his finger is over the trigger
A picture of several soldiers with the SLR in hand on a range lying on the ground in combats and black berets in the prone unsupported position waiting to fire their weapons

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