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MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the sniper rifles category.
01 / Overview
AWC G2
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
SNIPER RIFLES · COLD WAR
13
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
82
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
◎General2MOD.2
- Weight (Empty)5.5 kg
- Weight (Loaded)6.4 kg
◈Cartridge & Calibre5MOD.5
- Cartridge7.62×51mm NATO
- Calibre7.62 mm
- Case Length51 mm
- Calibre Class7.62mm NATO
- Bullet Weight14.5 g
▣Operation3MOD.3
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity10
◇Ballistics4MOD.4
- Muzzle Velocity838 m/s
- Muzzle Energy3,500
- Effective Range (point)800 m
- Accuracy0.5
◆Barrel & Sights5MOD.5
- Barrel Length660 mm
- Rifling Twist1:12 inches
- Rifling Grooves4
- Optic RailYes
- Threaded BarrelYes
▤Construction1MOD.1
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 1990Production started
36
years in service
1
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
05 / MASS Score
SNIPER RIFLES RANKING Sniper Rifles · Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
88SNIPER RIFLES13COLD WAR · SNIPER RIFLES383UNITED STATES · ALL WEAPONS84PERFORMANCE/PRICE · SNIPER RIFLES
ⓘ Rankings are within theSniper Riflescategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE5terms
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.
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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