Data Quality86%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the sniper rifles category.
01 / Overview
Accuracy International AW50
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
SNIPER RIFLES · POST-COLD WAR
2
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
80
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
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ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the sniper rifles category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General6MOD.6
- First Production Year2000
- Service Entry Year2000
- DesignerAccuracy International
- Weight (Empty)12.5 kg
- Currently In ServiceYes
- Notable UsersAustralia, Germany, Indonesia, Ireland, Malaysia, Portugal, Slovakia, South Korea, Thailand, United Kingdom
◈Cartridge & Calibre6MOD.6
- Cartridge.50 BMG (12.7×99mm NATO)
- Calibre12.7 mm
- Case Length99 mm
- Calibre Class12.7mm
- RimfireNo
- Caseless AmmunitionNo
▣Operation5MOD.5
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Fire Modessingle-shot
- Select FireNo
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity5
◇Ballistics2MOD.2
- Effective Range (point)1,500 m
- Sighting Range1,500 m
◆Barrel & Sights4MOD.4
- Barrel Length686 mm
- Sight TypeMil spec Mk II in 6x, 10x and standard iron sights
- Optic RailYes
- Iron SightsYes
▤Construction3MOD.3
- Folding / Collapsing StockYes
- Bullpup LayoutNo
- ModularityPicatinny rail, folding stock variant
⬢Features3MOD.3
▲Production & Cost2MOD.2
- Production Start2000
- Variants1
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 2000Production started
26
years in service
11
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
04 / Operators
Operator Countries11country
05 / MASS Score
SNIPER RIFLES RANKING Sniper Rifles · Post-Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
3SNIPER RIFLES2POST-COLD WAR · SNIPER RIFLES8UNITED KINGDOM · ALL WEAPONS92PERFORMANCE/PRICE · SNIPER RIFLES
ⓘ Rankings are within theSniper Riflescategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE6terms
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.
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