The basic 'improved' version of the L96A1.
The name stems from special features designed to enable operation in extremely cold climates.

Adopted as the following (All versions mentioned are chambered for the 7.62×51mm NATO cartridge and uses a 10-round detachable magazine):
L118A1: The British military service version.

Psg 90: The Swedish military service version.
Psg is short for Prickskyttegevär ("Sniper Rifle").

SR98: The Australian military service version.
It is the standard issue sniper rifle for the Australian Army and is also used by various law enforcement agencies.
This variant features threaded barrel (for a suppressor), an integrated adjustable bipod, a free floating barrel and a folding stock with adjustable butt pad, cheek pad, and a rear mono pod.

According to the Accuracy International AW brochure, the AW can be chambered either in 7.62×51mm NATO and .243 Winchester, though on special request other calibres that will function with the AW bolt action can be fitted.
The basic 'improved' version of the L96A1. The name stems from special features designed to enable operation in extremely cold climates.
Adopted as the following (All versions mentioned are chambered for the 7.62×51mm NATO cartridge and uses a 10-round detachable magazine):
L118A1: The British military service version.
Psg 90: The Swedish military service version. Psg is short for Prickskyttegevär ("Sniper Rifle").
SR98: The Australian military service version. It is the standard issue sniper rifle for the Australian Army and is also used by various law enforcement agencies. This variant features threaded barrel (for a suppressor), an integrated adjustable bipod, a free floating barrel and a folding stock with adjustable butt pad, cheek pad, and a rear mono pod.
According to the Accuracy International AW brochure, the AW can be chambered either in 7.62×51mm NATO and .243 Winchester, though on special request other calibres that will function with the AW bolt action can be fitted.
Accuracy International Arctic Warfare