Lithgow LA101 Crossover
- Category
- Rifle
- Barrel
- 533 mm
- Weight, empty
- 3.10 kg
- Introduced
- 2013
About
What it is, and why it matters
The Lithgow LA101 Crossover is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .22 Long Rifle, produced by Lithgow Arms since 2013. Featuring a 5-round magazine capacity, this rifle offers compact firepower. The striker-fired action provides a consistent trigger pull for every shot, simplifying training and reducing the manual of arms - a design philosophy that has become the dominant paradigm in modern defensive handguns. The 21.0-inch barrel maximizes accuracy potential and ballistic performance, making this an excellent choice for target shooting, competition, or field use. At 3100g (109.3 oz), this is a substantial firearm whose weight contributes to reduced felt recoil and enhanced stability during precision shooting. The steel frame provides a solid, premium feel with the durability to withstand decades of regular use and thousands of rounds. This firearm represents its manufacturer's commitment to delivering a well-engineered, reliable product that serves the needs of discerning shooters seeking quality, accuracy, and dependable performance from a proven platform.
The LA101 broke a 40-year drought in Australian civilian firearms manufacturing when it rolled off the same Lithgow production lines that have armed Australian soldiers since 1912, from the trenches of Gallipoli to the jungles of Vietnam and beyond.
The LA101 Crossover marked a significant milestone for Australian firearms manufacturing, reviving civilian production at the Lithgow Small Arms Factory which had been exclusively focused on military contracts for decades. The factory, continuously operating since 1912, has produced firearms for the Australian military from the SMLE rifle through to the modern EF88 Austeyr. The LA101's use of CZ 452/455 compatible magazines was a deliberate design choice to ensure readily available and affordable accessories. The centrefire counterpart, the LA102, followed in production and chambers popular hunting calibers. Lithgow Arms is now operated by NIOA (formerly Thales Australia's small arms division).
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Lithgow Arms
- Category
- Rifle
- Country
- Australia
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 2013
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 533 mm
- Overall length
- 978 mm
- Height
- 120 mm
- Width
- 28 mm
- Weight, empty
- 3.10 kg
ActionHow it cycles, what trips it, and what feeds it.
- Action
- Bolt action
- Firing mechanism
- Striker fired
- Trigger
- Single stage
- Trigger pull
- 27.0 N
- Capacity
- 5
- Magazine
- Detachable box
MaterialsEach swatch is the material itself, not a colour chosen to stand for it.
- Frame
- Steel
- Barrel
- Steel
- Stock
- Polymer
- Finish
- Cerakote
BallisticsFrom the service cartridge, not a handload.
- Muzzle velocity
- 330 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 141 J
- Effective range
- 150 m
- Maximum range
- 1500 m
Trajectory
What the round does downrange
Solved from the muzzle figures and the bullet. The dashed rule is the effective range on the record, and the crosses are the steps the solver returned.
No load solved for this record yetThe flight path is computed from a cartridge and a bullet. This record has no ammunition filed against its chambering, so there is nothing to solve.
Features
What it has
What the record lists as fitted, drawn from the catalogue.
Three lug bolt
60 degree bolt throw
Cold hammer forged barrel
Choked bore
Threaded muzzle
Fully floated barrel
Weaver rail
Cz 452 455 magazine compatible
Adjustable trigger- Left hand available
Standing
How it compares
Each figure against the firearms of the same type and cartridge that record it, or of the same type where that cartridge has too few. Positions are read to the nearest tenth.
| Measurement | This firearm | Median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty weightAmong 215 .22 Long Rifle rifles | 3.10 kg | 2.61 kg | Heavier than about 80% |
| Overall lengthAmong 207 .22 Long Rifle rifles | 978 mm | 1016 mm | Shorter than about 60% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 228 .22 Long Rifle rifles | 533 mm | 547 mm | Shorter than about 60% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 231 .22 Long Rifle rifles | 5 | 6 | Holds fewer rounds than about 60% |
Answers
Questions about the Lithgow LA101 Crossover
How much does the Lithgow LA101 Crossover weigh?
The Lithgow LA101 Crossover weighs 3.10 kg (6.83 lb) empty.
What caliber is the Lithgow LA101 Crossover?
The Lithgow LA101 Crossover is chambered in .22 Long Rifle, .17 Hornady Magnum Rimfire, and .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire.
How many rounds does the Lithgow LA101 Crossover hold?
The Lithgow LA101 Crossover holds 5 rounds, fed from a detachable box magazine.
How long is the Lithgow LA101 Crossover?
The Lithgow LA101 Crossover is 978 mm (38.5 in) long overall, with a 533 mm (21.0 in) barrel.
Who makes the Lithgow LA101 Crossover?
The Lithgow LA101 Crossover is made by Lithgow Arms (Australia).
When was the Lithgow LA101 Crossover introduced?
The Lithgow LA101 Crossover was introduced in 2013.
How does the Lithgow LA101 Crossover operate?
The Lithgow LA101 Crossover uses a bolt action, and its firing mechanism is striker fired.
Compatibility
Which parts fit this firearm
Studio
Every part that mounts on this, resolved
Not a list the maker typed out: the answer comes from the mounts this firearm exposes and the interface each part needs, so it stays right when either one changes.
- Every part that mounts on any firearm in the catalogue
- Interface standards, platforms and fit overrides
- The same answers through the API and the MCP server
Requires a signed-in GunSpec account on the Studio plan. The answer is computed per part, so it is not part of the public record.
Provenance
What the record holds
Every figure above was taken from one of these pages. The confidence reflects how much of the record came from a page a claim can be checked against.
In service
- Australian Civilian Market
- 2013
Provenance
Confidence in this record
82%
Stockists
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API
The call that returns this record
The same fields, in the same units, from the same endpoint the page reads.
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