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MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the bolt-action rifles category.
01 / Overview
K31
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES · INTERWAR PERIOD
7
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
92
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
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ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the bolt-action rifles category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General5MOD.5
- First Production Year1931
- Service Entry Year1933
- DesignerWaffenfabrik Bern
- Weight (Empty)4 kg
- Notable UsersSwitzerland, Israel, Vatican City
◈Cartridge & Calibre4MOD.4
- Cartridge7.5×55mm Swiss
- Calibre7.5 mm
- Case Length55 mm
- Bullet Weight10.5 g
▣Operation3MOD.3
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity6
◇Ballistics3MOD.3
- Muzzle Velocity780 m/s
- Effective Range (point)500 m
- Maximum Range5,500 m
◆Barrel & Sights5MOD.5
- Barrel Length652 mm
- Rifling Twist270 mm
- Rifling Grooves4
- Sight TypeIron sights or telescopic sight
- Iron SightsYes
▤Features1MOD.1
⬢Production & Cost3MOD.3
- Total Production528,230
- Production Start1931
- Variants4
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 1933Production started
93
years in service
528,230
units produced
3
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
04 / Operators
Operator Inventory3country · 528,530units
528,530active
05 / MASS Score
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES RANKING Bolt-Action Rifles · Interwar Period
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
73BOLT-ACTION RIFLES7INTERWAR PERIOD · BOLT-ACTION RIFLES18SWITZERLAND · ALL WEAPONS52PERFORMANCE/PRICE · BOLT-ACTION RIFLES
ⓘ Rankings are within theBolt-Action Riflescategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE4terms
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 pistol feature allowing it to fire grenades or projectile rounds.
Adjustable metal aiming devices on firearms, consisting of a front post and rear notch, used without magnification.
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