Data Quality86%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the sniper rifles category.
01 / Overview
PGM 338
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
SNIPER RIFLES · POST-COLD WAR
8
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
88
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
◎General7MOD.7
- First Production Year1993
- Service Entry Year1993
- DesignerChris L. Movigliatti
- Weight (Empty)6.5 kg
- Weight (Loaded)7.3 kg
- Currently In ServiceYes
- Notable UsersArmenia, Chile, Israel, Kenya, Poland, Singapore, Slovenia
◈Cartridge & Calibre7MOD.7
- Cartridge.338 Lapua Magnum
- Calibre8.6 mm
- Case Length70 mm
- Calibre Class8.6×70mm
- Bullet Weight16.2 g
- RimfireNo
- Caseless AmmunitionNo
▣Operation6MOD.6
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Fire Modessingle-shot
- Select FireNo
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity10
- Trigger Typetwo-stage
◇Ballistics5MOD.5
- Muzzle Velocity900 m/s
- Effective Range (point)1,400 m
- Maximum Range1,500 m
- Sighting Range1,400 m
- Accuracy0.5
◆Barrel & Sights6MOD.6
- Barrel Length690 mm
- Rifling Twist305 mm (1:12 in)
- Sight Typeday or night optical sights; back-up iron sights
- Optic RailYes
- Iron SightsYes
- Threaded BarrelYes
▤Construction5MOD.5
- Receiver Material7075 aluminum alloy
- Furniture Materialpolymer
- Folding / Collapsing StockYes
- Bullpup LayoutNo
- ModularityPicatinny rail system
⬢Features4MOD.4
▲Production & Cost1MOD.1
- Production Start1993
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 1993Production started
33
years in service
1,286
units produced
7
countries operating
04 / Operators
Operator Countries7country
05 / MASS Score
SNIPER RIFLES RANKING Sniper Rifles · Post-Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
12SNIPER RIFLES8POST-COLD WAR · SNIPER RIFLES4FRANCE · ALL WEAPONS19PERFORMANCE/PRICE · SNIPER RIFLES
ⓘ Rankings are within theSniper Riflescategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE8terms
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 firearm stock that can be folded or collapsed to reduce overall length for storage or transport.
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.
Adjustable metal aiming devices on firearms, consisting of a front post and rear notch, used without magnification.
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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