Rifle

Abstract

A semi-automatic rifle has a main body and a barrel group. The barrel group has a barrel extending along a barrel axis, engaged at one end with the main body, a rib extending along the barrel axis, engaged with the barrel in an upper region, and a guide device for supporting weapon accessories, extending parallel to the barrel axis. The guide device engages the rib in a region proximal to the main body.

Description

[0001] This application claims priority to Italian Patent Application No. 102024000020389 filed on September 13, 2024, the contents of which are incorporated by reference in their entirety.FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0002] The present invention relates to a semi-automatic rifle.

[0003] In particular, by “semi-automatic rifle” is meant a semi-automatic rifle for sporting use, for example for hunting.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0004] In known embodiments, semi-automatic rifles comprise a main body, also known as receiver, in which specific components are housed or on which they are engaged, such as those of the firing mechanism or the trigger assembly.

[0005] In particular, the main body is also structured to allow the “semi-automaticity” of the firing mechanism.

[0006] The main body is also suitable for supporting the barrel group.

[0007] In known solutions of semi-automatic rifles, with particular reference to the respective barrel groups and to the main bodies which support the barrel groups, a number of issues are known related to the use of weapon accessories, such as sighting systems.

[0008] In fact, embodiments of semi-automatic rifles are known in which sighting systems are mounted on the main body in a plurality of positions, for example proximal to the user or distal from the user, for example in a region adjacent to one end of the barrel. Therefore, the main body needs to be designed and manufactured accordingly, providing specific zones in which the weapon accessories are mountable.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0009] An object of the present invention is to provide a semi-automatic rifle in which said issue is solved, namely a semi-automatic rifle wherein the main body is not affected by the presence of accessory systems, in particular in the region proximal to the barrel end.

[0010] Said object is achieved by the semi-automatic rifle described and claimed herein.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

[0011] Further features and advantages of the present invention will appear from the description reported hereinbelow of its preferred embodiments, given by way of non-limiting example, with reference to the accompanying figures, in which:

[0012] FIG. 1 shows a side view of a semi-automatic rifle according to the present invention;

[0013] FIG. 2 shows a perspective view in separated parts of a barrel group comprised in the semi-automatic rifle according to a preferred embodiment; and

[0014] FIG. 3 illustrates a side view of the barrel group of FIG. 2, assembled.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0015] With reference to the attached figures, number 1 denotes, in its entirety, a semi-automatic rifle in accordance with the present invention.

[0016] Preferably, the semi-automatic rifle 1 is a semi-automatic rifle for sporting use, for example for hunting.

[0017] In accordance with the present invention, the semi-automatic rifle 1 comprises a main body 2. Preferably the main body 2 is also known as receiver.

[0018] The main body 2 houses or supports all the various components suitable for carrying out the firing action.

[0019] The semi-automatic rifle 1 further comprises a barrel group3, which extends in length from the main body 2.

[0020] Preferably, the barrel group 3 extends along a barrel axis X-X.

[0021] Preferably, the barrel group 3 is engaged with the main body 2.

[0022] According to the present invention, the barrel group 3 comprises a barrel 4 extending along the barrel axis X-X.

[0023] The barrel 4 is engaged at one end with the main body 2. The other end is the muzzle of the barrel 4 and of the semi-automatic rifle 1.

[0024] Preferably, the barrel 4 is made of a metal material, for example of steel alloy.

[0025] Furthermore, according to the present invention, the barrel group 3 comprises a rib 5. The rib 5 is positioned in an upper region of the barrel 4.

[0026] The rib 5 also extends along the barrel axis X-X, parallel to the barrel 4.

[0027] Preferably, the rib 5 and the barrel 4 are mutually engaged.

[0028] Preferably, the rib 5 is made of a metal material, for example of steel alloy.

[0029] Preferably, the rib 5 and the barrel 4 are made enbloc.

[0030] In accordance with a preferred embodiment, the main body 2 is made of polymer material, for example glass-filled polyamide.

[0031] In accordance with a preferred embodiment, the main body 2 is a supporting structure made of polymer material.

[0032] Preferably, the main body 2 comprises a single structural metal insert. Preferably, the main body 2 comprises a metal insert embedded in the main body 2 made of polymer material.

[0033] Preferably, the metal insert is suitable for engaging the barrel 4. Preferably, the metal insert is suitable for providing an abutment to the barrel 4, which is suitable for engaging both the metal insert and, in general, the main body 2 on which it discharges the forces.

[0034] The main body 2 in the region proximal to the barrel 4 is free from the presence of systems for fastening weapon accessories.

[0035] Indeed, according to the present invention, the barrel group 3 comprises a guide device 6 for supporting weapon accessories.

[0036] The guide device 6 extends parallel to the barrel axis X-X.

[0037] Moreover, the guide device 6 engages the rib 5.

[0038] In particular, the guide device 6 is engaged with the rib 5 in a region proximal to the main body 2.

[0039] According to one embodiment, the guide device 6 extends in length, for a segment, above the main body 2.

[0040] According to a preferred embodiment, the guide device 6 comprises an upper wall 60 and a right wing 61 and a left wing 62 extending from the upper wall 60.

[0041] Preferably, the guide device 6 comprises a longitudinal hollow 600. Preferably, the longitudinal hollow 600 is laterally delimited by the right wing 61 and the left wing 62 and at the top by the upper wall 60.

[0042] Preferably, the rib 5 extends inside the longitudinal hollow 600.

[0043] According to a preferred embodiment, the longitudinal hollow 600 is shaped, in cross-section, complementarily to the rib 5.

[0044] In accordance with a preferred embodiment, the guide device 6 is couplable to the rib 5 by inserting it parallel to the rib. Preferably, the guide device 6 is couplable to the rib 5 by a dovetail coupling.

[0045] In accordance with a preferred embodiment, the guide device 6 is couplable to the rib 5 by inserting it parallel to the barrel axis X-X.

[0046] According to a preferred embodiment, the rib 5 comprises one or more concave portions 50, extending in height, and the guide device 6 comprises convex portions suitable for being housed in the concave portions.

[0047] Preferably, the rib comprises a concave portion 50 in a region proximal to the main body 2. For example, the concave portion 50 is suitable for facilitating engagement by insertion.

[0048] According to a preferred embodiment, the barrel group 3 comprises at least one transverse fastening element 7 suitable for engaging the rib 5 and the guide device 6.

[0049] Preferably, the barrel group 3 comprises two transverse fastening elements 7, mutually axially spaced apart, suitable for engaging the rib 5 and the guide device 6.

[0050] Preferably, the transverse fastening element 7 passes through the guide device 6, preferably through the right wing 61 and / or the left wing 62, in a device hole 67.

[0051] Furthermore, the transverse fastening element 7 crosses the rib 5 through a rib hole 57.

[0052] Preferably, the device hole 67 or the rib hole 57 are threaded to be engageable by the transverse fastening element 7.

[0053] In accordance with a preferred embodiment, the barrel group 3 comprises at least one transverse quick fastening member, for example for snap engagement of the guide device 6 onto the rib 5.

[0054] The present invention is not limited to the type of engagement method of the guide device 6.

[0055] According to a preferred embodiment, the guide device 6 is of the Picatinny coupling type.

[0056] In accordance with a preferred embodiment, the semi-automatic rifle 1 comprises an auxiliary guide device 9 on which additional weapon accessories 900 can be mounted.

[0057] According to a preferred embodiment, the auxiliary guide device 9 is suitable for being mounted onto the main body 2 in a region proximal to the user, as shown by way of example in FIG. 1.

[0058] Innovatively, the semi-automatic rifle subject of the present invention fully fulfils the intended purpose.

[0059] Advantageously, the semi-automatic rifle subject of the present invention is an alternative solution to the known ones.

[0060] Advantageously, the semi-automatic rifle subject of the present invention features a barrel group specifically shaped to be engageable by one or more weapon accessories.

[0061] Advantageously, the semi-automatic rifle subject of the present invention features a main body freely designable without the need to support weapon accessories.

[0062] Advantageously, the main body can be designed and produced, in its entirety, in polymer material.

[0063] Advantageously, the guide device is positionable by simple operations. Advantageously, the guide device is replaceable at the user’s discretion.

[0064] Advantageously, the guide device can be mounted and locked to the rib in such a manner as to be rigidly connected without exhibiting play or movement even at the moment of firing.

[0065] It is clear that a person skilled in the art, in order to meet contingent needs, may make modifications to the invention described above, all falling within the scope of protection as described and claimed herein.

Claims

1. A semi-automatic rifle comprising a main body and a barrel group extending in length from the main body, the barrel group comprising: a barrel extending along a barrel axis, engaged at one end with the main body;a rib extending along the barrel axis, engaged with the barrel in an upper region; anda guide device for supporting weapon accessories, extending parallel to the barrel axis, wherein the guide device engages the rib in a region proximal to the main body.

2. The semi-automatic rifle of claim 1, wherein the main body is made of polymer material, optionally the polymer material being glass filled polyamide, and wherein the barrel is made of metal material, optionally the metal material being steel alloy.

3. The semi-automatic rifle of claim 2, wherein the main body comprises a metal insert embedded in the main body made of polymer material, and wherein the metal insert is integrally engageable by the barrel.

4. The semi-automatic rifle of claim 1, wherein the guide device also extends in length over a segment above the main body.

5. The semi-automatic rifle of claim 1, wherein the guide device comprises an upper wall, and a right wing and a left wing extending from the upper wall, delimiting a longitudinal hollow in which the rib extends.

6. The semi-automatic rifle of claim 5, wherein the longitudinal hollow is shaped, in cross-section, complementarily to the rib.

7. The semi-automatic rifle of claim 6, wherein the guide device is couplable to the rib by a dovetail coupling.

8. The semi-automatic rifle of claim 1, wherein the rib comprises one or more concave portions extending in height, and the guide device comprises convex portions suitable for being housed in the one or more concave portions.

9. The semi-automatic rifle of claim 1, wherein the barrel group further comprises at least one transverse fastening element suitable for engaging the rib and the guide device.

10. The semi-automatic rifle of claim 9, wherein the barrel group comprises two transverse fastening elements, mutually axially spaced apart, suitable for engaging the rib and the guide device.

11. The semi-automatic rifle of claim 1, further comprising at least one transverse quick fastening member, optionally for snap engagement of the guide device on the rib.

12. The semi-automatic rifle of claim 1, wherein the guide device is of a Picatinny coupling type.

13. The semi-automatic rifle of claim 2, wherein the rib is made of metal material, optionally the metal material being steel alloy.

14. The semi-automatic rifle of claim 2, wherein guide device is made of metal material, optionally the metal material being steel alloy.

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