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MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the bolt-action rifles category.
01 / Overview
Armalite AR-50
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES · POST-COLD WAR
12
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
40
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
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ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the bolt-action rifles category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General1MOD.1
- Weight (Empty)15.5 kg
◈Cartridge & Calibre2MOD.2
- Cartridge.50 BMG ; .416 Barrett
- Calibre12.7 mm
▣Operation2MOD.2
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Feed SystemSingle Shot
◇Ballistics5MOD.5
- Muzzle Velocity884 m/s
- Muzzle Energy18,500
- Effective Range (point)1,800 m
- Maximum Range2,430 m
- Accuracy1
◆Barrel & Sights6MOD.6
- Barrel Length813 mm
- Rifling Twist1:15 right hand
- Rifling Grooves8
- Optic RailYes
- Iron SightsNo
- Threaded BarrelYes
▤Construction1MOD.1
⬢Features2MOD.2
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 1999Production started
27
years in service
30
units produced
2
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
05 / MASS Score
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES RANKING Bolt-Action Rifles · Post-Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
61BOLT-ACTION RIFLES12POST-COLD WAR · BOLT-ACTION RIFLES383UNITED STATES · ALL WEAPONS301PERFORMANCE/PRICE · BOLT-ACTION RIFLES
ⓘ Rankings are within theBolt-Action 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.
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.
A mounting system for attaching optical sights to rifles.
A firearm feed system where only one round is chambered and fired per cycle, requiring manual reloading.
A pistol barrel with external helical grooves allowing the attachment of a suppressor or other muzzle devices.
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