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Bolt-Action Rifles · Switzerland · 1933
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K31

K31
K31 Photo: Bouterolle · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Accuracy
85
Effective Range
75
Reliability
90
Stopping Power
70
Durability
95
Ergonomics
65
Optics-Readiness
50
Calibre Versatility
40
Build Quality
90
Cost-Effectiveness
85
Origin Switzerland
CategoryBolt-Action Rifles
EraInterwar Period
In service1933
Operators3 countries
Quantity528,230
Data Quality86%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
77
Bolt-Action Rifles MASS Rating
7/34
Interwar Period
73/308
All-Time
Bolt-Action Rifles · 10 axes scored
Accuracy
85
Effective Range
75
Reliability
90
Stopping Power
70
Durability
95
Ergonomics
65
Optics-Readiness
50
Calibre Versatility
40
Build Quality
90
Cost-Effectiveness
85
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the bolt-action rifles category.
01 / Overview
K31
Production
1933–
Quantity
528,230
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES · INTERWAR PERIOD
7
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
92
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
—
77
bolt-action rifles category
ⓘ 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
◇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
  1. 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
📖 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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