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MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the sniper rifles category.
01 / Overview
M89SR sniper rifle
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
SNIPER RIFLES · COLD WAR
25
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
◎General2MOD.2
- Weight (Empty)4.5 kg
- Currently In ServiceYes
◈Cartridge & Calibre3MOD.3
- Cartridge7.62×51mm NATO
- Calibre7.62 mm
- Case Length51 mm
▣Operation3MOD.3
- Action TypeGas-Operated
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity10
◇Ballistics2MOD.2
- Muzzle Velocity855 m/s
- Effective Range (point)1,000 m
◆Barrel & Sights3MOD.3
- Barrel Length560 mm
- Optic RailYes
- Iron SightsNo
▤Construction1MOD.1
⬢Features1MOD.1
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 1980Production started
46
years in service
1
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
05 / MASS Score
SNIPER RIFLES RANKING Sniper Rifles · Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
121SNIPER RIFLES25COLD WAR · SNIPER RIFLES55ISRAEL · ALL WEAPONS159PERFORMANCE/PRICE · SNIPER RIFLES
ⓘ Rankings are within theSniper Riflescategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE5terms
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.
Firearm action type where expanding gas from a fired cartridge cycles the mechanism, typically via a piston or direct impingement.
A mounting system for attaching optical sights to rifles.
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