Data Quality85%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the sniper rifles category.
01 / Overview
DSR-50
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
SNIPER RIFLES · POST-COLD WAR
33
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
55
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
◎General3MOD.3
- First Production Year2003
- DesignerIngolf Reuter
- Weight (Empty)10.3 kg
◈Cartridge & Calibre3MOD.3
- Calibre12.7 mm
- Case Length99 mm
- Bullet Weight42 g
▣Operation3MOD.3
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity3
◇Ballistics6MOD.6
- Muzzle Velocity890 m/s
- Muzzle Energy16,600
- Effective Range (point)1,800 m
- Maximum Range2,000 m
- Penetration30 mm
- Accuracy1.5
◆Barrel & Sights5MOD.5
- Barrel Length800 mm
- Rifling Grooves4
- Sight TypePicatinny rail for mounting optical sights
- Optic RailYes
- Threaded BarrelYes
▤Construction1MOD.1
⬢Features1MOD.1
▲Production & Cost1MOD.1
- Production Start2003
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 2003Production started
23
years in service
4
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
04 / Operators
Operator Countries4country
05 / MASS Score
SNIPER RIFLES RANKING Sniper Rifles · Post-Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
54SNIPER RIFLES33POST-COLD WAR · SNIPER RIFLES52GERMANY · ALL WEAPONS159PERFORMANCE/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.
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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