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 Hécate II
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
SNIPER RIFLES · POST-COLD WAR
13
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
◎General5MOD.5
- First Production Year1993
- Service Entry Year1993
- DesignerGilles Payen
- Weight (Empty)13.8 kg
- Currently In ServiceYes
◈Cartridge & Calibre4MOD.4
- Cartridge.50 BMG (12.7×99mm NATO)
- Calibre12.7 mm
- Case Length99 mm
- Bullet Weight46 g
▣Operation3MOD.3
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity7
◇Ballistics3MOD.3
- Muzzle Velocity825 m/s
- Effective Range (point)1,800 m
- Maximum Range2,000 m
◆Barrel & Sights2MOD.2
- Barrel Length700 mm
- Sight TypeTelescopic sights
▤Construction2MOD.2
- Receiver Materialmetallic skeleton
- Furniture Materialmetallic skeleton
⬢Features1MOD.1
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 1993Production started
- 2001First deployment: War in Afghanistan (2001–2021)
33
years in service
13
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
04 / Conflicts
PGM HÉCATE II · CONFLICTS SERVED IN0% win
Total Conflicts
3
Victories
0
Ongoing
0
Losses
0
ⓘ Shown only from conflicts recorded in our database.
05 / Operators
Operator Countries13country
06 / MASS Score
SNIPER RIFLES RANKING Sniper Rifles · Post-Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
20SNIPER RIFLES13POST-COLD WAR · SNIPER RIFLES8FRANCE · ALL WEAPONS19PERFORMANCE/PRICE · SNIPER RIFLES
ⓘ Rankings are within theSniper Riflescategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE3terms
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.
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.
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