The Aussie Scrub Gun was recently showcased at the SSAA Shot Expo held in Melbourne. This is a new lever release 9mm centrefire rifle designed by Shawmac Industries who are based New South Wales’s south coast. It’s designed with Australian bush shooting in mind with this neat little rifle taking Glock magazines and features a 16″ varmint profile barrel threaded at 5/8×24, M-LOK rails, an adjustable cheek piece, and integrated PIC and ARCA rails.
The Aussie Scrub Gun might not win beauty contests at the moment with its bulky handguard, but it looks to be functional and adaptable. The Glock magazine system is a huge plus for usability, and the 16” barrel will add some velocity to the 9mm cartridge, making it useful for scrub shooting. Depending on ammunition choice it could be a good tool for foxes. This setup is also well suited for light recoil, much like a .22 WSM and offers control, especially for lighter framed shooters. While a red dot or micro prism scope is the obvious optic choice, adding flip up sights, could make it even more versatile.
1. We are working to change the bolt release to the opposite side whilst also keeping an option for left-handed shooters. We are also making some design changes to the bolt release to remove any felt sensation of the bolt sear and the trigger block transferring a ‘shunt’ feeling into the trigger finger.
2. We are moving towards a delayed blowback system. right now, with 124g Winchester FMJ ammunition it is generating 1330fps which over 100mtrs provides a pretty flat trajectory for the calibre. we are hopeful to gain a little more velocity but right now with the ammunition being used is pretty close to its potential.
3. We will be introducing a sporting barrel profile which should reduce the weight by ~250-300g and bringing the overall weight to ~3.2kg
In terms of accuracy at 100mtrs it is shooting a 30mm group using Winchester 124g FMJ ammunition which delivers a 2.5″ drop between 50 and 100mtrs.
The design and manufacturing of the A.S.G is 100% CNC billet machined, there is no extrusion used at all in its design.
Shawmac Industries
Though it’s still awaiting Category B classification, it’s already been cleared for appearance by NSW Police. Due for release in early 2025, we will be eagerly watching the Aussie Scrub Gun’s development.
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