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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
Marlin Model 20
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES · EARLY COLD WAR
22
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
◎General3MOD.3
- First Production Year1960
- DesignerMarlin Firearms
- Weight (Empty)2.268 kg
◈Cartridge & Calibre5MOD.5
- Cartridge.22LR, .22 Short, .22 Long
- Calibre5.6 mm
- Case Length15.6 mm
- Bullet Weight2.6 g
- RimfireYes
▣Operation3MOD.3
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity7
◇Ballistics3MOD.3
- Muzzle Velocity370 m/s
- Muzzle Energy160
- Effective Range (point)91 m
◆Barrel & Sights3MOD.3
- Barrel Length533.4 mm
- Sight Typeadjustable open rear, ramp front sight; receiver is grooved for a scope mount|
- Iron SightsYes
▤Production & Cost2MOD.2
- Production Start1960
- Production End1966
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 1960Production started
- 1966Production ended
66
years in service
6
years in production
1
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
05 / MASS Score
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES RANKING Bolt-Action Rifles · Early Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
223BOLT-ACTION RIFLES22EARLY COLD WAR · BOLT-ACTION RIFLES1540UNITED STATES · 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.
Adjustable metal aiming devices on firearms, consisting of a front post and rear notch, used without magnification.
Rimfire: a type of ammunition in which the primer is located in the rim of the cartridge case and is ignited by the firing pin striking the rim.
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