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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
Barrett M90
Category
Country
Prime contractor
Production
1990–1995
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
SNIPER RIFLES · COLD WAR
10
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
72
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)9.98 kg
- Notable UsersProvisional IRA
◈Cartridge & Calibre3MOD.3
- Cartridge.50 BMG
- Calibre12.7 mm
- Calibre ClassBMG .50
▣Operation3MOD.3
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity5
◇Ballistics4MOD.4
- Muzzle Velocity853 m/s
- Effective Range (point)1,500 m
- Maximum Range6,800 m
- Accuracy1
◆Barrel & Sights5MOD.5
- Barrel Length29 mm
- Rifling Twist1:15
- Sight TypeNone
- Optic RailYes
- Iron SightsNo
▤Construction1MOD.1
⬢Features1MOD.1
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 1990Production started
- 1995Production ended
36
years in service
5
years in production
1
countries operating
05 / MASS Score
SNIPER RIFLES RANKING Sniper Rifles · Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
78SNIPER RIFLES10COLD WAR · SNIPER RIFLES342UNITED STATES · ALL WEAPONS132PERFORMANCE/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.
Firearm configuration where the action and magazine are located behind the trigger, reducing overall length while maintaining barrel length.
A firearm feed system where ammunition is stored in a separate container (magazine) that can be removed and replaced, enabling rapid reloading.
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.
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