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
Barrett MRAD
Category
Country
Prime contractor
Production
2013–
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
SNIPER RIFLES · MODERN ERA
3
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
82
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
—
ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the sniper rifles category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General7MOD.7
- First Production Year2010
- Service Entry Year2013
- DesignerChris Barrett
- Weight (Empty)6.3 kg
- Weight (Loaded)6.7 kg
- Currently In ServiceYes
- Notable UsersUnited States Special Operations Command, Israel Defense Forces, Israel Police Yamam, Norwegian Armed Forces, Norwegian Special Operations Forces, Norwegian Police Beredskapstroppen Delta, New Zealand Defence Force, Indonesian Marine Corps
◈Cartridge & Calibre7MOD.7
- Cartridge7.62×51mm NATO, .300 Norma Magnum, .338 Norma Magnum
- Calibre7.62 mm
- Case Length51 mm
- Calibre ClassBelted bottlenecked
- Bullet Weight12.3 g
- RimfireNo
- Caseless AmmunitionNo
▣Operation7MOD.7
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Fire ModesBolt-action
- Select FireNo
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity10
- Trigger TypeAdjustable
- Safety TypeManual safety
◇Ballistics1MOD.1
- Effective Range (point)1,500 m
◆Barrel & Sights6MOD.6
- Barrel Length610 mm
- Rifling Twist1:10 (for .338 Lapua Magnum)
- Sight TypeOptic rail compatible
- Optic RailYes
- Iron SightsNo
- Threaded BarrelYes
▤Construction6MOD.6
- Receiver MaterialSteel
- Furniture MaterialPolymer
- Folding / Collapsing StockYes
- Bullpup LayoutNo
- Ambidextrous ControlsYes
- ModularityMulti-caliber, quick-change barrel system
⬢Features5MOD.5
▲Production & Cost2MOD.2
- Production Start2013
- Variants1
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 2011Entered service
- 2013Production started
- 2017Sale: New Zealand
13
years in service
9
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
04 / Variants
▚ WEAPON FAMILY
05 / Operators
Operator Countries9country
Barrett MRADSALES2records
| Year | Buyer | Quantity | Amount | Present Value (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 |  New Zealand | — | — | — |
| 2013 |  Israel | — | — | — |
ⓘ "Present Value" is an estimated amount adjusted for inflation.
06 / MASS Score
SNIPER RIFLES RANKING Sniper Rifles · Modern Era
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
12SNIPER RIFLES3MODERN ERA · SNIPER RIFLES84UNITED STATES · ALL WEAPONS84PERFORMANCE/PRICE · SNIPER RIFLES
ⓘ Rankings are within theSniper Riflescategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE8terms
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.
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.
These terms are listed automatically because they appear on this page.full encyclopedia →
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