Technical specifications
EVO capacity, connectivity, and product specs.
EVO is built for the unique demands of professional media production.
Contact us to discuss current availability and custom configurations for your workflow environment.
8K
Ready for today’s most demanding video editing workflows.
4PB+
Scalable from a few terabytes to multiple petabytes.
100GbE
High-speed editing with multiple 1, 10, 25, and 100GbE ports.
1998
SNS has been solving storage problems for media teams for decades.
EVO product specs
All systems come with the EVO Suite included for unlimited users. The EVO OS, systems, and all included software are designed by SNS, specifically for professional media teams.
Specifications and hardware availability subject to change.
EVO 16 Bay
Trusted by the world’s leading creative studios, EVO 16 Bay is built to handle the demands of multi-user 4K and 8K media production workflows.
From 15.3TB to 480TB per server, EVO 16 Bay is compatible with up to 4 expansion units, scaling up to 2.4PB raw capacity per node.
EVO 16 Bay includes dual-port 10GbE on-board with additional slots for 1, 10, 25, and 100GbE NIC expansions to accommodate several direct connections, with or without a network switch.
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System Overview
| System architecture | 64-bit, multi-CPU, multi-core, 3U storage server |
| Operating System (OS) | Custom Linux EVO OS |
| Included software | ShareBrowser MAM, Slingshot, and Nomad (unlimited users) |
| NLE integrations | Adobe Premiere/After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and DaVinci Resolve |
| API access | Included |
| AD/LDAP integration | Included |
| Knowledge Base access | Included |
| Hardware warranty | 2 years (extended warranty options available) |
| Support plan | Basic included, Standard and Premium plans available |
Storage Capacity
| Disk capacity | HDD: 4TB, 6TB, 8TB, 10TB, 12TB, 14TB, 18TB, 22TB, 24TB, 30TB SSD: 960GB, 1.9TB, 3.8TB, 7.6TB |
| Included disks | 16 enterprise-grade, RAID-edition HDD or SSD disks (+1 spare disk for HDD systems) |
| RAID protection | 5 and 6 |
| System capacity | HDD: 64TB, 96TB, 128TB, 160TB, 192TB, 224TB, 288TB, 352TB, 384TB, 480TB SSD: 15.3TB, 30.4TB, 60.8TB, 121.6TB |
| Expandable capacity | Expands to 80 disks for 5X system capacity (up to 2.4PB) with 4 EVO Expansions |
Networking
| Default networking | 2x10GbE on-board (+2x25GbE included for SSD systems) |
| Expandable ports | Multiple 1/10/25/100GbE ports for additional direct connections |
| Compatible switches | Various (see KB) |
Power & Environment
| Power supply | 1300W redundant (3x650W modules) |
| Power cables | Each base unit has 3 power supplies, and 3 mains power cables are provided, equipped with NEMA 5-15 plugs (North American standard for 120VAC/60Hz) |
| Power input | 100-240VAC 50-60Hz (auto switching) |
| Power draw | 455W typical load (924W peak) |
| Operational environment | 40 to 75°F (5 to 24°C) |
| SPL | Base chassis with 16 disk drives, at idle, < 60db SPL @ 1m, A-weighted |
| Thermal | ~1553 BTU/hr |
Physical & Rack
| System dimensions | Length 28.5″ (32″ w/ cables) x Width 17″ x Height 5.25″ |
| Shipping dimensions | Length 37″ x Width 24″ x Height 13″ (110lbs loaded) |
| Rack height | 3RU |
| Rack requirements | EIA-310 rack, 4-post with front and rear posts |
| Included mounting rails | 0.625″ pitch, round hole (square hole compatible) Inner-rail to inner-rail depth: 25.75″ to 32.25″ (65.4cm – 81.9cm) Rear-rail mount can be flipped to fit a minimum depth of 18.5″, with 7.25″ of rail overhang. |
EVO 8 Bay (2U)
EVO 8 Bay is high-performance, affordable, expandable shared storage for professional media production teams.
From 7.6TB to 240TB per server, EVO 8 Bay is compatible with one expansion unit, scaling up to 720TB raw capacity per node.
EVO 8 Bay includes dual-port 10GbE on-board with additional slots for 1, 10, 25, and 100GbE NIC expansions to accommodate several direct connections, with or without a network switch.
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System Overview
| System architecture | 64-bit, multi-core CPU, 2U storage server |
| Operating System (OS) | Custom Linux EVO OS |
| Included software | ShareBrowser MAM, Slingshot, and Nomad (unlimited users) |
| NLE integrations | Adobe Premiere/After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and DaVinci Resolve |
| API access | Included |
| AD/LDAP integration | Included |
| Knowledge Base access | Included |
| Hardware warranty | 2 years (extended warranty options available) |
| Support plan | Basic included, Standard and Premium plans available |
Storage Capacity
| Disk capacity | HDD: 4TB, 6TB, 8TB, 10TB, 12TB, 14TB, 18TB, 22TB, 24TB, 30TB SSD: 960GB, 1.9TB, 3.8TB, 7.6TB |
| Included disks | 8 enterprise-grade, RAID-edition HDD or SSD disks (+1 spare disk for HDD systems) |
| RAID protection | 5 and 6 |
| System capacity | HDD: 32TB, 48TB, 64TB, 80TB, 96TB, 112TB, 144TB, 176TB, 192TB, 240TB SSD: 7.6TB, 15.2TB, 30.4TB, 60.8TB |
| Expandable capacity | Expands to 24 disks for 3X system capacity (up to 720TB) with 1 EVO Expansion |
Networking
| Default networking | 2x10GbE on-board (+2x25GbE included for SSD systems) |
| Expandable ports | Multiple 1/10/25/100GbE ports for additional direct connections |
| Compatible switches | Various (see KB) |
Power & Environment
| Power supply | 850W redundant (2x850W modules) |
| Power cables | Each base unit has 2 power supplies, and 2 mains power cables are provided, equipped with NEMA 5-15 plugs (North American standard for 120VAC/60Hz) |
| Power input | 100-240VAC 50-60Hz (auto switching) |
| Power draw | 463W typical load (665W peak) |
| Operational environment | 40 to 75°F (5 to 24°C) |
| SPL | Base chassis with 8 disk drives, at idle, < 60db SPL @ 1m, A-weighted |
| Thermal | ~1580 BTU/hr |
Physical & Rack
| System dimensions | Length 28.5″ (32″ w/ cables) x Width 17″ x Height 3.625″ |
| Shipping dimensions | Length 37″ x Width 24″ x Height 13″ (90lbs loaded) |
| Rack height | 2RU |
| Rack requirements | EIA-310 rack, 4-post with front and rear posts |
| Included mounting rails | 0.625″ pitch, round hole (square hole compatible) Inner-rail to inner-rail depth: 25.75″ to 32.25″ (65.4cm – 81.9cm) Rear-rail mount can be flipped to fit a minimum depth of 18.5″, with 7.25″ of rail overhang. |
EVO 8 Bay Short Depth (4U)
EVO 8 Bay Short Depth is the 4U tall, 18″ deep EVO server optimized for audio/visual workflows in space-constrained studios.
From 7.6TB to 240TB per server, EVO 8 Bay Short Depth is compatible with one full-depth expansion unit, scaling up to 720TB raw capacity per node.
EVO 8 Bay Short Depth includes dual-port 10GbE on-board with additional slots for 1, 10, and 25GbE NIC expansions to accommodate several direct connections, with or without a network switch.
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System Overview
| System architecture | 64-bit, multi-core CPU, 4U storage server |
| Operating System (OS) | Custom Linux EVO OS |
| Included software | ShareBrowser MAM, Slingshot, and Nomad (unlimited users) |
| NLE integrations | Adobe Premiere/After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and DaVinci Resolve |
| API access | Included |
| AD/LDAP integration | Included |
| Knowledge Base access | Included |
| Hardware warranty | 2 years (extended warranty options available) |
| Support plan | Basic included, Standard and Premium plans available |
Storage Capacity
| Disk capacity | HDD: 4TB, 6TB, 8TB, 10TB, 12TB, 14TB, 18TB, 22TB, 24TB, 30TB SSD: 960GB, 1.9TB, 3.8TB, 7.6TB |
| Included disks | 8 enterprise-grade, RAID-edition HDD or SSD disks (+1 spare disk for HDD systems) |
| RAID protection | 5 and 6 |
| System capacity | HDD: 32TB, 48TB, 64TB, 80TB, 96TB, 112TB, 144TB, 176TB, 192TB, 240TB SSD: 7.6TB, 15.2TB, 30.4TB, 60.8TB |
| Expandable capacity | Expands to 24 disks for 3X system capacity (up to 720TB) with 1 EVO Expansion |
Networking
| Default networking | 2x10GbE on-board (+2x25GbE included for SSD systems) |
| Expandable ports | Multiple 1/10/25GbE ports for additional direct connections |
| Compatible switches | Various (see KB) |
Power & Environment
| Power supply | 875W Redundant (2x875W modules) |
| Power cables | Each base unit has 2 power supplies, and 2 mains power cables are provided, equipped with NEMA 5-15 plugs (North American standard for 120VAC/60Hz) |
| Power input | 100-240VAC 50-60Hz (auto switching) |
| Power draw | 230W typical load (330W peak) |
| Operational environment | 40 to 75°F (5 to 24°C) |
| SPL | Base chassis with 8 disk drives, at idle, < 54db SPL @ 1m, A-weighted |
| Thermal | ~785 BTU/hr |
Physical & Rack
| System dimensions | Length 18″ (21.5″ w/ cables) x Width 17″ x Height 7″ |
| Shipping dimensions | Length 37″ x Width 24″ x Height 13″ (90lbs loaded) |
| Rack height | 4RU |
| Rack requirements | EIA-310 rack, 4-post with front and rear posts using included mounting rails. Available 2-post mounting using only front rails (additional mounting hardware required). |
| Included mounting rails | Included mounting rails for 4-post racks 4RU required 0.625″ pitch, round hole (square hole compatible) Inner-rail to inner-rail depth: 21″-27.5″ (53cm – 69.85cm) Rear-rail mount can be flipped to fit a minimum depth of 13.75″, with 7.25″ of rail overhang. Optional mounting for 2-post racks (not included) 6 RU and additional hardware required (see KB article) 0.625″ pitch, round hole (square hole compatible) Chassis depth 21″ (18″ chassis plus 3″ cable clearance) |
MOD Powered by EVO
MOD is the compact shared storage server and cloud edge device powered by EVO.
From 7.6TB to 30.4TB per server, MOD is the key to mobile video production workflows on set, in the studio, and around the world.
MOD includes dual-port 10GbE on-board for multi-user collaboration. Connect unlimited users remotely with six (6) months of SNS Cloud VPN included.
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System Overview
| System architecture | 64-bit, multi-core CPU, portable storage server |
| Operating System (OS) | Custom Linux EVO OS |
| Included software | SNS Cloud VPN service for first 6 months, plus ShareBrowser MAM, Slingshot, and Nomad (unlimited users) |
| NLE integrations | Adobe Premiere/After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and DaVinci Resolve |
| API access | Included |
| AD/LDAP integration | Included |
| Knowledge Base access | Included |
| Hardware warranty | 2 years (extended warranty options available) |
| Support plan | Basic included, Standard and Premium plans available |
Storage Capacity
| Disk capacity | SSD: 1.9TB, 3.8TB, 7.6TB |
| Included disks | 4 enterprise-grade, RAID-edition SSD disks |
| RAID protection | RAID 5 |
| System capacity | SSD: 7.6TB, 15.2TB, 30.4TB |
Networking
| Default networking | 2x10GbE on-board |
| Compatible switches | Various (see KB) |
Power & Environment
| Power supply | 19V 200W external DC supply with overvoltage & short circuit protection |
| Power cables | Each unit has 1 external AC/DC power supply, and 1 mains power cable is provided, equipped with a NEMA 5-15 plug (North American standard for 120VAC/60Hz) |
| Power input | 100-240VAC 50-60Hz (auto switching) |
| Power draw | 115W typical load (182W peak) |
| Operational environment | 40 to 75°F (5 to 24°C) |
| SPL | Idle < 36db, Heavy < 44db, Extreme < 51db – SPL @ 1m, A-weighted, Ambient @ 75°C |
| Thermal | ~393 BTU/hr |
Physical & Rack
| System dimensions | Length 9″ x Width 7.75″ x Height 2.375″ Weight ~7lbs (~3kg) PSU Brick: Length 6.75″ x Width 3.375″ x Height 1.75″ |
| Shipping dimensions | Length 23″ x Width 15″ x Height 10″ (30lbs) |
| Rack height | 2RU (stacked on shelf) |
| Rack requirements | N/A |
| Included mounting gear | Wall mount mount included |
EVO Prodigy Desktop
EVO Prodigy Desktop is quiet desktop storage for professional video editors and media teams.
From 16TB to 96TB per server, EVO Prodigy Desktop packs performance and capacity in a convenient chassis—no rack required.
EVO Prodigy Desktop includes dual-port 10GbE on-board with additional slots for 1 and 10GbE NIC expansions to accommodate several direct connections, with or without a network switch.
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System Overview
| System architecture | 64-bit, multi-core CPU, desktop storage server |
| Operating System (OS) | Custom Linux EVO OS |
| Included software | ShareBrowser MAM, Slingshot, and Nomad (unlimited users) |
| NLE integrations | Adobe Premiere/After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and DaVinci Resolve |
| API access | Included |
| AD/LDAP integration | Included |
| Knowledge Base access | Included |
| Hardware warranty | 2 years (extended warranty options available) |
| Support plan | Basic included, Standard and Premium plans available |
Storage Capacity
| Disk capacity | HDD: 4TB, 6TB, 8TB, 10TB, 12TB, 14TB, 18TB, 22TB, 24TB |
| Included disks | 4 enterprise-grade, RAID-edition HDD disks |
| RAID protection | 5 and 6 |
| System capacity | HDD: 16TB, 24TB, 32TB, 40TB, 48TB, 56TB, 72TB, 88TB, 96TB |
Networking
| Default networking | 2x10GbE on-board |
| Expandable ports | Multiple 1/10GbE ports for additional direct connections |
| Compatible switches | Various (see KB) |
Power & Environment
| Power supply | 300W non-redundant |
| Power cables | Each unit has 1 power supply, and 1 mains power cable is provided, equipped with a NEMA 5-15 plug (North American standard for 120VAC/60Hz) |
| Power input | 100-240VAC 50-60Hz (auto switching) |
| Power draw | 131W typical load (298W peak) |
| Operational environment | 40 to 75°F (5 to 24°C) |
| SPL | Idles at approximately 45db SPL @ 1m, A-weighted |
| Thermal | ~447 BTU/hr |
Physical & Rack
| System dimensions | Length 13″ x Width 8.75″ x Height 9.25″ |
| Shipping dimensions | Length 23″ x Width 21″ x Height 12″ (35lbs loaded) |
| Rack height | 6RU (stacked on shelf) |
EVO Prodigy 1U
EVO Prodigy 1U is a slim, rack-mounted solution for creative media production teams.
From 3.8TB to 30.4TB per server, EVO Prodigy 1U is a trusted solution for adding the award-winning EVO Suite to an existing storage infrastructure.
EVO Prodigy 1U includes dual-port 10GbE on-board with additional slots for 1 and 10GbE NIC expansions to accommodate several direct connections, with or without a network switch.
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System Overview
| System architecture | 64-bit, multi-core CPU, 1U storage server |
| Operating System (OS) | Custom Linux EVO OS |
| Included software | ShareBrowser MAM, Slingshot, and Nomad (unlimited users) |
| NLE integrations | Adobe Premiere/After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and DaVinci Resolve |
| API access | Included |
| AD/LDAP integration | Included |
| Knowledge Base access | Included |
| Hardware warranty | 2 years (extended warranty options available) |
| Support plan | Basic included, Standard and Premium plans available |
Storage Capacity
| Disk capacity | SSD: 960GB, 1.9TB, 3.8TB, 7.6TB |
| Included disks | 4 enterprise-grade, RAID-edition SSD disks |
| RAID protection | 5 and 6 |
| System capacity | SSD: 3.8TB, 7.6TB, 15.2TB, 30.4TB |
Networking
| Default networking | 2x10GbE on-board |
| Expandable ports | Multiple 1/10GbE ports for additional direct connections |
| Compatible switches | Various (see KB) |
Power & Environment
| Power supply | 300W non-redundant |
| Power cables | Each unit has 1 power supply, and 1 mains power cable is provided, equipped with a NEMA 5-15 plug (North American standard for 120VAC/60Hz) |
| Power input | 100-240VAC 50-60Hz (auto switching) |
| Power draw | 139W typical load (158W peak) |
| Operational environment | 40 to 75°F (5 to 24°C) |
| SPL | Base chassis with 4 disk drives, at idle, < 47db SPL @ 1m, A-weighted |
| Thermal | ~475 BTU/hr |
Physical & Rack
| System dimensions | Length 16″ (18″ w/ cables) x Width 17″ with rack tabs x Height 1.75″ |
| Shipping dimensions | Length 22.5″ x Width 22″ x Height 7.5″ (21lbs loaded) |
| Rack height | 1RU |
| Rack requirements | EIA-310 rack, 4-post with front and rear posts |
| Included mounting rails | 0.625″ pitch, round hole (square hole compatible) Inner-rail to inner-rail depth: 25.75″ to 32.25″ (65.4cm – 81.9cm) Rear-rail mount can be flipped to fit a minimum depth of 18.5″, with 7.25″ of rail overhang. |
EVO Nearline
EVO Nearline is the secure, scalable solution designed for the nearline tier, between active online storage and long-term archival.
From 15.3TB to 480TB per server, EVO Nearline is compatible with up to 4 expansion units, scaling up to 2.4PB raw capacity per node.
EVO Nearline includes dual-port 10GbE on-board with additional slots for 1, 10, 25, and 100GbE NIC expansions to accommodate several direct connections, with or without a network switch.
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System Overview
| System architecture | 64-bit, multi-CPU, multi-core, 3U storage server |
| Operating System (OS) | Custom Linux EVO OS |
| Included software | ShareBrowser MAM, Slingshot, and Nomad (unlimited users) |
| NLE integrations | Adobe Premiere/After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and DaVinci Resolve |
| API access | Included |
| AD/LDAP integration | Included |
| Knowledge Base access | Included |
| Hardware warranty | 2 years (extended warranty options available) |
| Support plan | Basic included, Standard and Premium plans available |
Storage Capacity
| Disk capacity | HDD: 4TB, 6TB, 8TB, 10TB, 12TB, 14TB, 18TB, 22TB, 24TB, 30TB |
| Included disks | 16 enterprise-grade, RAID-edition HDD (+1 spare disk) |
| RAID protection | 5 and 6 |
| System capacity | HDD: 64TB, 96TB, 128TB, 160TB, 192TB, 224TB, 288TB, 352TB, 384TB, 480TB |
| Expandable capacity | Expands to 80 disks for 5X system capacity (up to 2.4PB) with 4 EVO Expansions |
Networking
| Default networking | 2x10GbE on-board |
| Expandable ports | Multiple 1/10/25/100GbE ports for additional direct connections |
| Compatible switches | Various (see KB) |
Power & Environment
| Power supply | 1300W redundant (3x650W modules) |
| Power cables | Each base unit has 3 power supplies, and 3 mains power cables are provided, equipped with NEMA 5-15 plugs (North American standard for 120VAC/60Hz) |
| Power input | 100-240VAC 50-60Hz (auto switching) |
| Power draw | 353W typical load (718W peak) |
| Operational environment | 40 to 75°F (5 to 24°C) |
| SPL | Base chassis with 16 disk drives, at idle, < 60db SPL @ 1m, A-weighted |
| Thermal | ~1205 BTU/hr |
Physical & Rack
| System dimensions | Length 28.5″ (32″ w/ cables) x Width 17″ x Height 5.25″ |
| Shipping dimensions | Length 37″ x Width 24″ x Height 13″ (110lbs loaded) |
| Rack height | 3RU |
| Rack requirements | EIA-310 rack, 4-post with front and rear posts |
| Included mounting rails | 0.625″ pitch, round hole (square hole compatible) Inner-rail to inner-rail depth: 25.75″ to 32.25″ (65.4cm – 81.9cm) Rear-rail mount can be flipped to fit a minimum depth of 18.5″, with 7.25″ of rail overhang. |
EVO Expansion
Expand your EVO for more speed, more capacity, and more creative possibilities.
EVO Expansion units are compatible with EVO 16 Bay, EVO 8 Bay (2U), EVO 8 Bay Short Depth (4U), and EVO Nearline systems.
Expand EVO Expansion specs
System Overview
| Hardware warranty | 2 years (extended warranty options available) |
| Support plan | Basic included, Standard and Premium plans available |
Storage Capacity
| Disk capacity | HDD: 4TB, 6TB, 8TB, 10TB, 12TB, 14TB, 18TB, 22TB, 24TB, 30TB SSD: 960GB, 1.9TB, 3.8TB, 7.6TB |
| Included disks | 16 enterprise-grade, RAID-edition HDD or SSD disks |
| RAID protection | 5 and 6 |
| System capacity | HDD: 64TB, 96TB, 128TB, 160TB, 192TB, 224TB, 288TB, 352TB, 384TB, 480TB SSD: 15.3TB, 30.4TB, 60.8TB, 121.6TB |
Power & Environment
| Power supply | 875W redundant (2x875W modules) |
| Power cables | Each unit has 2 power supplies, and 2 mains power cables are provided, equipped with NEMA 5-15 plugs (North American standard for 120VAC/60Hz) |
| Power input | 100-240VAC 50-60Hz (auto switching) |
| Power draw | 169W typical load (279W peak) |
| Operational environment | 40 to 75°F (5 to 24°C) |
| SPL | Base and Expansion: < 63db SPL @ 1m, A-weighted (at idle) |
| Thermal | ~577 BTU/hr |
Physical & Rack
| System dimensions | Length 24.25″ (27.75″ w/ cables) x Width 17″ x Height 5.25″ (19″ rack) |
| Shipping dimensions | Length 32.5″ x Width 23″ x Height 12″ (100lbs loaded) |
| Rack height | 3RU |
| Rack requirements | EIA-310 rack, 4-post with front and rear posts |
| Included mounting rails | 0.625″ pitch, round hole (square hole compatible) Inner-rail to inner-rail depth: 25.75″ to 32.25″ (65.4cm – 81.9cm) Rear-rail mount can be flipped to fit a minimum depth of 18.5″, with 7.25″ of rail overhang. |
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System Overview
| Hardware warranty | 2 years (extended warranty options available) |
| Support plan | Basic included, Standard and Premium plans available |
Storage Capacity
| Disk capacity | HDD: 4TB, 6TB, 8TB, 10TB, 12TB, 14TB, 18TB, 22TB, 24TB, 30TB |
| Included disks | 16 enterprise-grade, RAID-edition HDD |
| RAID protection | 5 and 6 |
| System capacity | HDD: 64TB, 96TB, 128TB, 160TB, 192TB, 224TB, 288TB, 352TB, 384TB, 480TB |
Power & Environment
| Power supply | 875W redundant (2x875W modules) |
| Power cables | Each unit has 2 power supplies, and 2 mains power cables are provided, equipped with NEMA 5-15 plugs (North American standard for 120VAC/60Hz) |
| Power input | 100-240VAC 50-60Hz (auto switching) |
| Power draw | 169W typical load (279W peak) |
| Operational environment | 40 to 75°F (5 to 24°C) |
| SPL | Base and Expansion: < 63db SPL @ 1m, A-weighted (at idle) |
| Thermal | ~577 BTU/hr |
Physical & Rack
| System dimensions | Length 24.25″ (27.75″ w/ cables) x Width 17″ x Height 5.25″ (19″ rack) |
| Shipping dimensions | Length 32.5″ x Width 23″ x Height 12″ (100lbs loaded) |
| Rack height | 3RU |
| Rack requirements | EIA-310 rack, 4-post with front and rear posts |
| Included mounting rails | 0.625″ pitch, round hole (square hole compatible) Inner-rail to inner-rail depth: 25.75″ to 32.25″ (65.4cm – 81.9cm) Rear-rail mount can be flipped to fit a minimum depth of 18.5″, with 7.25″ of rail overhang. |
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