Springfield Armory SAR-48

[Xxjoker19xx]

I recently purchased a SA SAR-48 and I have started looking for information on it. I have looked a good bit and know it was an IMBEL import but can’t find much more. I have also reached out to Springfield to see if they can provide some more information. Any information someone would have would be appreciated.

 

[Talyn]

Pre-Ban rifle. Made in and imported from Brazil before the first import ban.

Operators manuals

https://www.forgottenweapons.com/wp-content/uploads/manuals/FN-FAL%20Manual.pdf

http://pdf.textfiles.com/manuals/FIREARMS/fn_fal762.pdf

 

[Xxjoker19xx]

any idea on what kind of value they have today? I have done some research and look like they go for around 2300-2500ish. I got a pretty good deal on this one.

 

[Talyn]

$2-4K depending on model on Gunbroker.

 

[Xxjoker19xx]

I verified with Springfield it was imported June 15, 1988.

 

[KillerFord1977]

any idea on what kind of value they have today? I have done some research and look like they go for around 2300-2500ish. I got a pretty good deal on this one.

$2500-$2800 for a SAR 48 in great condition.
I’m into all things FN FAL and own 4 rifles in versions of Imbel, L1A1 and DS Arms.

you have a fantastic shooter there.

remember, this was designed to be a soldiers rifle, not a precision shooter. Expect 1” groups at best from a great barrel. 2” groups is the norm, even from a brand new factory gun back in the day. Anything better than 1-2” and you have a excellent, rare barrel.
Fun to shoot, but heavy rifle.

 

[KillerFord1977]

Lots of aftermarket modern parts if you want to make it a more tactical modern rifle with scope, rails, etc ...
i have done that with 1 rifle and let the other 3 be traditional.

here is a great source for parts, kits and modern rails.

Site Disclaimer

DS Arms is a quality firearms manufacturer specializing in the FAL Rifle, AR15 Rifle and RPD Rifle and latest parts & accessories

www.dsarms.com

 

[KillerFord1977]

any idea on what kind of value they have today? I have done some research and look like they go for around 2300-2500ish. I got a pretty good deal on this one.

Your gun will run 7.61x51 as well as .308 Win with zero issues.

adjustable gas block up front of barrel is able to turn with your fingers for setting for ammo at 147 gr up to 185 gr

 

[Xxjoker19xx]

Lots of aftermarket modern parts if you want to make it a more tactical modern rifle with scope, rails, etc ...
i have done that with 1 rifle and let the other 3 be traditional.

here is a great source for parts, kits and modern rails.

Site Disclaimer

DS Arms is a quality firearms manufacturer specializing in the FAL Rifle, AR15 Rifle and RPD Rifle and latest parts & accessories

www.dsarms.com

I paid 1600.00 for the rifle and he included 600 rounds of sealed surplus ammo.

 

[Xxjoker19xx]

I paid 1600.00 for the rifle and he included 600 rounds of sealed surplus ammo.

I see Ford in your name. I have one of those also. Lol.

 

[KillerFord1977]

I paid 1600.00 for the rifle and he included 600 rounds of sealed surplus ammo.

You did very well

 

[KillerFord1977]

I see Ford in your name. I have one of those also. Lol.

Very nice.
I had an old 1989 LX 5.0 coupe like that.
My current toy is a 1977 F250 custom

 

[jasonick]

I verified with Springfield it was imported June 15, 1988.

Hi, I am looking for a import date as well, any chance you could point me in the right direction, as far as who you contacted at Springfield. Thanks

 

[Talyn]

Just email SA at - CS@SPRINGFIELD-ARMORY.COM

or call at - 800.680.6866

or from their website fill out the form & submit - https://www.springfield-armory.com/contact/

Someone should respond or if you call customer service, they should forward you on to someone with that data.

 

[jasonick]

Thank you sir.

 

[Bassbob]

Very nice.
I had an old 1989 LX 5.0 coupe like that.
My current toy is a 1977 F250 custom

I had a '99 35th Anniversary Mustang GT with a 4.6L. I smoked so many five point slows I lost count.

 

[KillerFord1977]

I had a '99 35th Anniversary Mustang GT with a 4.6L. I smoked so many five point slows I lost count.

Well, back in 86-90, most of the sports cars were 220-230hp. Abysmal, but it what it was .
My 5.0Lx coupe would smoke my ‘86 IROC Z due to weight.

Minivans have more than 230hp now

 

[Bassbob]

Well, back in 86-90, most of the sports cars were 220-230hp. Abysmal, but it what it was .
My 5.0Lx coupe would smoke my ‘86 IROC Z due to weight.

Minivans have more than 230hp now

Dude, I bought a 2003 Grand Caravan with a 3.8 and 130k miles on it for $3000. That thing had some testicular fortitude. And I could get 10 4x8 sheets of plywood in it and still close the hatch. I drove it for 5 years and put another 170k miles on it. It was still running fine when I gave it to my daughter's friend.