A surprisingly
compact and
accurate sniper rifle introduced in 1981. It is a gas-operated
bullpup design, with a heavy
barrel that is
fluted externally, making resistant to
vibration, carried in a rigid frame. The
barrel lies in a straight line with the
shoulder, which counteracts the
muzzle rise. The drawbacks of the
weapon are its expensive
price tag and its lack of
ruggedness, as it requires fine tuning and careful handling for maximum
performance. It is best suited for
police,
internal security, and
counter-terrorist roles.
Statistics:
Cartridge: .300 Winchester Magnum
Weight: 8.3 kg
Length: 905 mm
Barrel Length: 650 mm
Magazine: 6-round box