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
Desert Tech HTI
Category
Country
Production
2012–
Unit Price (current)
$8.1K↗ 6% inflation · 2023→2025
Original Price
$7.7K (2023)
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
SNIPER RIFLES · MODERN ERA
1
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
84
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
$8.1K
Original: $7.7K (2023)
Inflation: +%6
ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the sniper rifles category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General5MOD.5
- First Production Year2012
- DesignerDesert Tech
- Weight (Empty)8.93 kg
- Currently In ServiceYes
- Notable UsersArmenia, Czech Republic, Lithuania, Saudi Arabia, Ukraine
◈Cartridge & Calibre5MOD.5
- Cartridge.375 Cheyenne Tactical; .408 Cheyenne Tactical; .416 Barrett; .50 BMG
- Calibre12.7 mm
- Calibre Classlarge-bore
- RimfireNo
- Caseless AmmunitionNo
▣Operation5MOD.5
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Fire Modessingle-shot
- Select FireNo
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity5
◇Ballistics2MOD.2
- Effective Range (point)2,200 m
- Accuracy0.549
◆Barrel & Sights4MOD.4
- Barrel Length737 mm
- Sight TypePicatinny rail for mounting iron or optical sights
- Optic RailYes
- Iron SightsYes
▤Construction5MOD.5
- Receiver Materialaircraft grade aluminum (7075-T6), ultra high-strength steels
- Furniture Materialhigh-impact polymers
- Folding / Collapsing StockNo
- Bullpup LayoutYes
- Modularitybarrel change within 60 seconds, multi-caliber conversion kits
⬢Features3MOD.3
▲Production & Cost2MOD.2
- Production Start2012
- Unit Cost7,699 USD
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 2012Production started
- 2013Sale: Saudi Arabia
- 2014First deployment: Russo-Ukrainian War
- 2015Sale: Lithuania
14
years in service
5
countries operating
04 / Operators
Desert Tech HTISALES4records
| Year | Buyer | Quantity | Amount | Present Value (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 |  Lithuania | — | — | — |
| 2013 |  Saudi Arabia | — | — | — |
| — |  Armenia | — | — | — |
| — |  Ukraine | — | — | — |
ⓘ "Present Value" is an estimated amount adjusted for inflation.
05 / MASS Score
SNIPER RIFLES RANKING Sniper Rifles · Modern Era
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
3SNIPER RIFLES1MODERN ERA · SNIPER RIFLES51UNITED STATES · ALL WEAPONS8PRICE · SNIPER RIFLES758PRICE · ALL WEAPONS82PERFORMANCE/PRICE · SNIPER RIFLES
ⓘ Rankings are within theSniper 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.
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.
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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