IWI just jumped into the AR-10 game with the release of the Zion-25 series of rifles. As IWI accurately points out, the AR-10 never received the same standardization as the AR-15 platform, and the quality and performance of what has been available have varied widely. With the Zion-25, IWI is looking to provide a top-quality, duty-grade offering of the AR-15’s big brother.
The Zion-25 Series
The Zion-25 series features free-floated 1:8 twist barrels for the 6.5 Creedmoor models, and 1:10 for the .308 Winchester models. They are outfitted with ARCA-compatible M-LOK handguards, and B5 Systems grips and 8-position adjustable B5 stocks. All models offer QD sling compatibility out of the box.
The rifles have a black nitride finish. All of the Z-25s come with the IWI exclusive Timney 2-Stage trigger that debuted with the Z-15 SPR as well. The Zion series rifles are manufactured and assembled at the IWI US facility here in the United States. It’s in my home state of Pennsylvania, in fact.
MSRP for all Zion-25 models is $1949.99.
Zion-25 Carbine 16″
The shortest of the group is a 16-inch carbine chambered in .308 Winchester. It comes with a 15-inch Free Float Carbine Handguard with ¼ ARCA rails. It comes with one 20-round Magpul PMAG.
Zion-25 18″ DMR
The DMR version is also chambered in .308 Winchester. Its features are largely similar to the carbine, except it features an 18-inch barrel and a 17-inch free-float handguard.
Zion-25 20″ DMR
The 20-inch DMR is chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor and comes with a 17-inch free-float handguard and the +2 gas system length. The 6.5 Zions also come with 20-round P-MAGs.
Zion-25 22″ DMR
The last entry in the Zion line is the 22-inch DMR. Also chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor and utilizing the +2 gas system and 17-inch free float handguard. If you’re really looking to reach out with your AR-10 platform, then this is the Zion you are looking for.
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