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Named after the Waler, the tough Australian horse that carried the Light Horse, the LA102 Waler is Lithgow Arms' working rifle for utes, quad bikes and hard country. It is a short, robust version of the Australian-made LA102 with a fluted barrel, a muzzle brake and a Burnt Bronze Cerakote finish.
It comes in .223 Rem and .308 Win with a 420 mm (16.5") fluted barrel, threaded muzzle and factory muzzle brake, a black polymer stock and a 10-round magazine.
At a Glance
| .223 Rem, .308 WinCalibres | Bolt actionLithgow LA102 | 420 mmFluted barrel |
| 10 roundsMagazine | Muzzle brakeFitted | Category BNSW licence |
Key Features
- Short fluted barrel – 420 mm hammer-forged barrel that is quick to handle in and out of vehicles.
- Muzzle brake fitted – tames recoil and muzzle lift for faster follow-up shots.
- Burnt Bronze Cerakote – a hard ceramic finish on the barrel and action that resists rust and scratches.
- 10-round magazine – detachable single-stack magazine for pest work where shot count matters.
- Adjustable trigger – single stage, adjustable for weight, sear engagement and over-travel.
- Three-position safety – on the bolt shroud, as on every LA102.
- Picatinny rail fitted – mount a scope, thermal or night-vision optic straight away.
- Australian made – built by Lithgow Arms in NSW.
Best For
- Ute and quad pest control – compact and robust for foxes, goats and pigs on the property.
- Pigs in scrub and timber – the short barrel swings fast for close shots, with the .308 for bigger pigs.
- Deer in thick cover – the .308 Win handles fallow, red deer and sambar at the close ranges typical of timber.
Specifications
| Action | |
|---|---|
| Type | Manually operated bolt action, three-lug |
| Handedness | Right hand |
| Barrel | |
| Calibres | .223 Rem, .308 Win |
| Length | 420 mm (16.5") |
| Rate of twist | 1:9" (.223), 1:11" (.308) |
| Construction | Hammer forged, fluted |
| Finish | Burnt Bronze Cerakote |
| Muzzle thread | Threaded |
| Muzzle device | Muzzle brake fitted |
| Stock | |
| Material | Black polymer |
| Trigger & Safety | |
| Trigger | Single stage, adjustable for weight, sear engagement and over-travel |
| Safety | Three-position, on the bolt shroud |
| Feeding | |
| Magazine | Detachable single stack |
| Capacity | 10 rounds |
| Sights & Mounting | |
| Optics mounting | Picatinny rail fitted |
Available Configurations
| Calibre | Barrel | Twist |
|---|---|---|
| .223 Remington | 420 mm (16.5") | 1:9" |
| .308 Winchester | 420 mm (16.5") | 1:11" |
Buying & Licensing
This is a Category B firearm (centrefire rifle, not self-loading). You need a current firearms licence that covers Category B and an approved Permit to Acquire before we can release it. NSW buyers can collect from our Roseville Chase store. Interstate buyers can have it shipped to a licensed dealer of their choice, who completes the transfer under their own state's rules.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Waler compare with the LA102 Outback?
Both are compact working rifles on the LA102 action. The Waler keeps a polymer stock, adds a fluted 420 mm barrel with a muzzle brake and a Burnt Bronze finish, and takes a 10-round single-stack magazine. The Outback uses an aluminium chassis, a 457 mm barrel and AICS magazines.
Can I take the brake off and fit a suppressor?
Yes. The brake is fitted to a threaded muzzle, so it can be removed. Muzzle brakes are legal Australia-wide; suppressors need a special permit in NSW and are restricted in other states.
What licence do I need?
A firearms licence that covers Category B, plus an approved Permit to Acquire for this rifle. See Buying & Licensing above.
Can you send it to me if I'm outside Sydney?
Yes. We ship firearms Australia-wide to your nominated licensed dealer. Ammunition is sold for in-store collection only.
Where can I see other rifles in these calibres?
Browse by calibre: .223 Remington, .308 Winchester.
Genuine Australian stock supplied through TSA Outdoors (Tasco Sales Australia), with local warranty and service. Questions about fit, calibre or licensing? Get in touch with our team.
