Accuracy International Vs TRG

[VandelayIndustries]

This isn’t meant to be a shit flinging thread, it’s an honest question. Which is better/ more reliable and why?

 

[MrSwede]

I've got both an AW and a TRG.

The TRG has been 100% reliable except some mag issues that was my fault. The AW has been 100% reliable as well.
I'd be happy with either one in a serious situation.

The ergonomics of the TRG are better than the AW (to me).

It's a coin toss. Both are awesome.

 

[TheOE800]

The ergonomics of the TRG are better than the AW (to me).

That sums it up, except I had an AX in the before times.

A TRG 22/42 (not A1) is a fairly different animal from the modern AI. The TRG 22/42A1 is nearly the same in matching capability aside from the quick change barrel. I find both modern AIs (AX+) and TRG A1 models to be too expensive for my taste.

 

[just browsing]

What will it’s primary purpose be? This will provide the answer to your question.

 

[Long Range 338]

Both are absolutely reliable and accurate. The AI is heavier and has more support since 2014 with the barrel change system. The TRG has the best trigger I've ever used and would win if weight were a major consideration. The TRG accomplishes the job in a more simplistic manner and the AI has the ultimate cool factor. The AI does have the factory folder and a better magazine IMO.

 

[jbell]

Exactly what the others have said. I have owned both, several of each actually: 4 TRGs, with both factory and custom barrels, Sako folder and fixed, 2 AIAWs 2.0 with many barrels 308, 260, 6.5 CM, 2 AIATs one in an MPA with calibers from 6mmBR, 260, 6.5 CM, and 308.

I truly love them all, absolutely ZERO issues with any of them even the 6mmBR. If I were going for a TRG I absolutely would choose the pre 2013 version for the trigger, it's truly better. I like the TRG fixed stock better than the folder as far as ergonomics but the 2nd gen folder is so damn nice!

The AIAW 2.0 is so damn classic. It is truly bomb proof. The AT QC barrel is the best QC barrel design for a threaded barrel out there (the DTA & SSG3000 is better in my opinion).

I think the TRG is the value because their resale sucks. If your a savvy buyer you can pick up a pre 13 TRG for like $2000 give or take a few hundred depending on condition and options.

 

[VargmatII]

While I am a self confessed TRG fanboy, mainly for ergos and the superb trigger. I dont mind what AI offers either. Allthough for my size 11 hands, their pistolgrips are on the small side. I would think that the accuracy would be equal between the two platforms.

Oh, and I never had an issue with TRG magazines.

 

[pineoak]

Depends on the color...

 

[The King]

Had the TRG and the AXSR.

I would rather have a Tikka than the sako in some ways. Better aftermarket and almost the same gun. You can buy a cheap ass tikka and then put the KRG stock, Trigger, and a proof carbon on it and have something epic for about the same base cost of the Sako.

The AXSR actually wasn’t much heavier than the chassis Sako. The AI barrels are nuts in weight and the proof ones really cut that back.

 

[DeathBeforeDismount]

Both have been made obsolete by modern CNC prefits.

They both with break /fail under the right conditions, and I would give the edge to Sako as they just don't seem to go down. Have seen alot of AI failures over the years with small parts breakage.

Both are amazing engineered guns but they really offer nothing you can't do cheaper and lighter with a modern gun. The only thing you are really getting is a "proven system" that has been tested. There was a time when they were the only option for a reliable factory gun, but now with all the options for actions/chassis/barrels/ect, you can get much more rifle for your money.

You can pick an action, pick a stock/chassis, pick a barrel and trigger, slap them together and end up with something that shoots just as well for a fraction of the cost and not be tied to an expensive ecosystem of accessories.

Have owned TRG22/42's, AIAE/AT/AW, Cadex C338, DT300wm, FN SPRs and a whole bunch others. Would rather have an impact in a foundation with a Bix/TT Diamond and a bunch of bartliens than any of them. Shoots better and based on what I have seen every bit as reliable under anything but extreme Heat and Cold (-20* and above 120*). You will save alot of money in the long run that can go towards more ammo or an Alpha Scope.

 

[kthomas]

Are the choices just limited to these two? What are your intended uses/objectives for the rifle?

PS - how's the import/export business going?

 

[jbell]

Both have been made obsolete by modern CNC prefits.

They both with break /fail under the right conditions, and I would give the edge to Sako as they just don't seem to go down. Have seen alot of AI failures over the years with small parts breakage.

Both are amazing engineered guns but they really offer nothing you can't do cheaper and lighter with a modern gun. The only thing you are really getting is a "proven system" that has been tested. There was a time when they were the only option for a reliable factory gun, but now with all the options for actions/chassis/barrels/ect, you can get much more rifle for your money.

You can pick an action, pick a stock/chassis, pick a barrel and trigger, slap them together and end up with something that shoots just as well for a fraction of the cost and not be tied to an expensive ecosystem of accessories.

Have owned TRG22/42's, AIAE/AT/AW, Cadex C338, DT300wm, FN SPRs and a whole bunch others. Would rather have an impact in a foundation with a Bix/TT Diamond and a bunch of bartliens than any of them. Shoots better and based on what I have seen every bit as reliable under anything but extreme Heat and Cold (-20* and above 120*). You will save alot of money in the long run that can go towards more ammo or an Alpha Scope.

Agreed…

 

[MrSwede]

Am I the only one thinking at any conditions that would make a TRG or AW fail would have the custom rifle ("pick an action, pick a stock/chassis, pick a barrel and trigger, slap them together") failing a long time ago?

 

[jbell]

Everything made by man can and will fail. The AI & TRG platforms are as reliable/ durable as anything made and better than most. They came out in a time when they were actually a lot better than anything out there, but now things are catching up. The reliability is still as good as it was back 15 + years ago just now they are not the only option, which is a great thing.

 

[VandelayIndustries]

Are the choices just limited to these two? What are your intended uses/objectives for the rifle?

PS - how's the import/export business going?

I just threw those two out because I thought they were the two top dogs around. I was just curious which would be more durable, didn’t really have a specific use just a do all kinda rifle.
The latex business is strong!

 

[PrecisionRifleGuy]

As someone who owns an AXSR i may be a bit biased; however, I firmly believe the ASXR is better than the Sako TRG M10 for one simple reason. The AI doesn't use barrel extensions and any competent smith can spin up a barrel. That in itself to me makes the AI a better system for the non government user. For a government user the argument can be made either way. The AI is cheaper though. They are both top tier rifles though. You can't really go wrong.

 

[brianf]

had both...still have the AI's

i could never get comfortable behind my trg-42, never shot it as well as the green thumbhole

now that i have added the AX style AI's there is no comparison in comfort to me

and as said above.. there is almost zero TRG aftermarket support in comparison.

AI goes down and i can UPS a part and be shooting in a day or so...not the same with a TRG