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
Brügger & Thomet APR
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
SNIPER RIFLES · POST-COLD WAR
21
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
87
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 Year2005
- Service Entry Year2005
- DesignerBrügger & Thomet
- Weight (Empty)7.01 kg
- Currently In ServiceYes
- Notable UsersSingapore Army, Georgian law enforcement and counter terrorism units, Mizoram Police (India), Unité Spéciale de la Police (Luxembourg), National Republican Guard (Portugal), Romanian Army, Ukrainian Ministry of Internal Affairs, Mobile Police Command (Vietnam)
◈Cartridge & Calibre6MOD.6
- CartridgeAPR308, APR308P, APR308S: 7.62×51mm NATO/.308 Winchester; APR338: .338 Lapua Magnum
- Calibre7.62 mm
- Case Length51 mm
- Calibre Classfull-size rifle
- RimfireNo
- Caseless AmmunitionNo
▣Operation7MOD.7
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Fire Modesmanual (bolt-action)
- Select FireNo
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity10
- Trigger Typetwo-stage adjustable
- Safety Typeambidextrous manual
◇Ballistics1MOD.1
- Effective Range (point)1,000 m
◆Barrel & Sights5MOD.5
- Barrel Length610 mm
- Rifling Twist279 mm (1:11 in) for .338 APR338; unspecified for APR308
- Sight TypeEmergency flip-up iron sights, day or night optics
- Optic RailYes
- Iron SightsYes
▤Construction6MOD.6
- Receiver Materialmetal
- Furniture Materialpolymer
- Folding / Collapsing StockYes
- Bullpup LayoutNo
- Ambidextrous ControlsYes
- Modularitychassis-based modular system with interchangeable components
⬢Features4MOD.4
▲Production & Cost2MOD.2
- Production Start2005
- Variants3
◎Additional Dimensions1MOD.1
- Width50 mm
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 2003Sale: Singapore
- 2005Production started
21
years in service
308
units produced
8
countries operating
04 / Operators
Operator Countries8country
Brügger & Thomet APRSALES1records
| Year | Buyer | Quantity | Amount | Present Value (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 |  Singapore | — | — | — |
ⓘ "Present Value" is an estimated amount adjusted for inflation.
05 / MASS Score
SNIPER RIFLES RANKING Sniper Rifles · Post-Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
34SNIPER RIFLES21POST-COLD WAR · SNIPER RIFLES5SWITZERLAND · ALL WEAPONS58PERFORMANCE/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.
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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