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Bolt-Action Rifles · United Kingdom · 1982
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* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Accuracy
95
Effective Range
90
Reliability
92
Stopping Power
85
Durability
93
Ergonomics
88
Optics-Readiness
90
Calibre Versatility
85
Build Quality
97
Cost-Effectiveness
88
Origin United Kingdom
CategoryBolt-Action Rifles
EraCold War
In service1982
Operators33 countries
Data Quality87%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
91
Bolt-Action Rifles MASS Rating
1/35
Cold War
3/308
All-Time
Bolt-Action Rifles · 10 axes scored
Accuracy
95
Effective Range
90
Reliability
92
Stopping Power
85
Durability
93
Ergonomics
88
Optics-Readiness
90
Calibre Versatility
85
Build Quality
97
Cost-Effectiveness
88
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the bolt-action rifles category.
01 / Overview
Accuracy International Arctic Warfare
Production
1982–
Operators
Conflicts
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES · COLD WAR
1
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
85
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
—
91
bolt-action rifles category
ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the bolt-action rifles category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General7MOD.7
  • First Production Year1982
  • Service Entry Year1982
  • DesignerMalcolm Cooper, Dave Walls, David Caig
  • Weight (Empty)6.5 kg
  • Weight (Loaded)6.9 kg
  • Currently In ServiceYes
  • Notable UsersBritish Army, Swedish Army, Australian Army, German Army, Russian forces
◈Cartridge & Calibre7MOD.7
  • Cartridge7.62×51mm NATO, .300 Winchester Magnum, .308 Winchester, .338 Lapua Magnum
  • Calibre7.62 mm
  • Case Length51 mm
  • Calibre Class7.62mm NATO / Magnum
  • Bullet Weight10.89 g
  • RimfireNo
  • Caseless AmmunitionNo
▣Operation7MOD.7
◇Ballistics4MOD.4
  • Muzzle Velocity850 m/s
  • Effective Range (point)800 m
  • Maximum Range3,943 m
  • Accuracy0.5
◆Barrel & Sights6MOD.6
▤Construction6MOD.6
▲Production & Cost1MOD.1
  • Production Start1982
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
  1. 1945First deployment: Cold War
  2. 1982Production started
44
years in service
33
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
04 / Conflicts
ACCURACY INTERNATIONAL ARCTIC WARFARE · CONFLICTS SERVED IN33% win
Total Conflicts
3
Victories
1
Ongoing
0
Losses
0
ⓘ Shown only from conflicts recorded in our database.
05 / Variants
▚ WEAPON FAMILY
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06 / Operators
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE9terms
A bolt action is a type of firearm action that requires the user to manually cycle the bolt to load and eject cartridges. It is uncommon in pistols.
A firearm feed system where ammunition is stored in a separate container (magazine) that can be removed and replaced, enabling rapid reloading.
A firearm stock that can be folded or collapsed to reduce overall length for storage or transport.
Integral bipod: a permanently attached, built‑in bipod that provides a two‑point support for a firearm, allowing it to be rested on a surface without separate accessories.
Adjustable metal aiming devices on firearms, consisting of a front post and rear notch, used without magnification.
A mounting system for attaching optical sights to rifles.
A pistol barrel with external helical grooves allowing the attachment of a suppressor or other muzzle devices.
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