Which Atlas Bipod for AR .22?

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I want to give my son my AR .22 to learn how to shoot prone and then possibly get into positional shooting. I was going to build him a rig using my CZ 455, but funds at the moment just aren't going to allow it. That will have to wait until next year.

I need a bipod that mounts to a picatinny rail, so an Atlas looks like what I want to purchase. However, I don't know which model is the one that I need. To any of the PRS/NRL shooters out there, which Atlas model do you prefer and why?

Thanks in advance!
 
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This may be a stupid question, but I honestly don't know the answer. When the spec says that the height range is 4.75" - 9", is that the length of the legs themselves, or is it a measurement from the ground to the top of the mounting bracket? If it's the latter, 4.75" would seem unusably short.
 
#6
Money, I just measured my Gen 2 CAL because I was curious too... It's from the ground to the mount, but keep in mind that 4¾" measurement is utilizing the 45° position.

OP, in my opinion, the Gen 2 CAL is the way to go... Perfect balance between width & stability, everything you need & nothing you don't.
 
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J-Ham said:
Money, I just measured my Gen 2 CAL because I was curious too... It's from the ground to the mount, but keep in mind that 4¾" measurement is utilizing the 45° position.

OP, in my opinion, the Gen 2 CAL is the way to go... Perfect balance between width & stability, everything you need & nothing you don't.
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J-Ham,

Good to know! Thanks for the info. It was very helpful. I'm going to pull the trigger an get this model: https://www.anarchyoutdoors.com/atlas-bt65-lw17-gen-2-cal-bipod/
 
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Money Waster said:
I want to give my son my AR .22 to learn how to shoot prone and then possibly get into positional shooting. I was going to build him a rig using my CZ 455, but funds at the moment just aren't going to allow it. That will have to wait until next year.

I need a bipod that mounts to a picatinny rail, so an Atlas looks like what I want to purchase. However, I don't know which model is the one that I need. To any of the PRS/NRL shooters out there, which Atlas model do you prefer and why?

Thanks in advance!
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I have an atlas PSR on my rifle and love it, but it may be overkill for a .22, why not just get an adapter to use a cheaper harris style bipod? it will be more than enough for a .22 rifle.
 
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thatguyouknow said:
I have an atlas PSR on my rifle and love it, but it may be overkill for a .22, why not just get an adapter to use a cheaper harris style bipod? it will be more than enough for a .22 rifle.
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I considered that, but it's too late. I already ordered the Atlas. I have the Harris on my .308, and frankly, part of me wants to try the Atlas just to compare the two. I may find that I prefer the Atlas over the Harris and use it on all my rifles, but I can't make that comparison without owning both.
 
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b6graham said:
you dont know what you dont know? right?

what makes a 22lr any less in need of a real bipod than a centerfire?
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The AR .22 is a lighter weight, lighter recoiling rifle that won't put nearly as much stress on a bipod to warrant a $300ish atlas bipod, which is built for being used on heavy, high recoiling rifles, while taking regular abuse in an operational environment. Especially considering that he is just using it to teach his son prone and positional shooting techniques in a range/bench environment. He only stated he was looking at the atlas since he needs it to mount to a rail and there are plenty of adapters that will let you use a cheaper harris style bipod on a rail. Harris bipods have good reputations and will be more than adequate in the described role. I love my atlas bipod and think it is one of the best options out there, but using one for an .22 semi auto doing light range shooting would be a waste of money.

That being said If you do get an atlas bipod @Money Waster go with this one (https://www.opticsplanet.com/atlas-...-170-s-lever-black-bt46-lw17&_iv_price=319-49) it's a great bipod and its use of a qd lever rail attachment method, means you can easily swap it between any of your rifles with a bipod rail, so you don't have to drop that much cash on a bipod more than once.
 
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Money Waster said:
I considered that, but it's too late. I already ordered the Atlas. I have the Harris on my .308, and frankly, part of me wants to try the Atlas just to compare the two. I may find that I prefer the Atlas over the Harris and use it on all my rifles, but I can't make that comparison without owning both.
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Which one did you end up going with? Either way you wont be disappointed, an atlas will be more than enough for the rifle.
 
#16
The only Atlas I have is the PSR but if you have no need for the pan and tilt function it's would be a waste.
I have allways used Harris until I bought the ATLAS last year and have no intention of selling the Harris bipods I own.
The biggest improvement I have noticed so far between the two is the ease of being able to load the ATLAS bipod even on smooth concrete benches were the Harris would tend to slide more than load up comparably.
 
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[QUOTE=""I love my atlas bipod and think it is one of the best options out there, but using one for an .22 semi auto doing light range shooting would be a waste of money."

Hence the forum name "Money Waster" lol This hobby is expensive. I own a lab grade scale for reloading, a Vudoo V-22, many 8 lb. jugs of Varget, several $2500 scopes and a Defiance Machine action just sitting there waiting for me to decide what chambering I want for a precision rifle build. I'm not the world's greatest shot, but I hate not knowing when a lack of performance is me or the gear. I am 100% confident that my results at the range are the result of my shooting skills, or lack there-of. :)
 
#19
The Atlas showed up today. It's definitely a nice piece of gear. It is clearly well made and versatile. I know it's going on my son's JP Precision AR .22, but it is not overkill for that application IMO. I'm pretty sure it will find its way onto my centerfire rifle as well. The Harris seems cheap and flimsy by comparison. I am happy with my purchase.

Money
 
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