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Springfield Model 1892-99
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SpringfieldModel1892-99

Bolt-Action Rifles · United States · 1892
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SpringfieldModel1892-99

Springfield Model 1892-99
Springfield Model 1892-99 Photo: Tenacious Trilobite · Wikimedia Commons · CC0
* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Accuracy
60
Effective Range
55
Reliability
70
Stopping Power
50
Durability
80
Ergonomics
40
Optics-Readiness
10
Calibre Versatility
30
Build Quality
75
Cost-Effectiveness
85
Origin United States
CategoryBolt-Action Rifles
EraPre-WWI / Industrial Age
In service1892–1904
Operators1 countries
Quantity500,000
Data Quality88%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
56
Bolt-Action Rifles MASS Rating
49/101
Pre-WWI / Industrial Age
214/308
All-Time
Bolt-Action Rifles · 10 axes scored
Accuracy
60
Effective Range
55
Reliability
70
Stopping Power
50
Durability
80
Ergonomics
40
Optics-Readiness
10
Calibre Versatility
30
Build Quality
75
Cost-Effectiveness
85
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the bolt-action rifles category.
01 / Overview
Springfield Model 1892-99
Production
1892–1904
Quantity
500,000
Operators
Conflicts
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES · PRE-WWI / INDUSTRIAL AGE
49
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
70
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
—
56
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
◎General6MOD.6
  • First Production Year1892
  • Service Entry Year1892
  • DesignerO H J Krag and E Jørgensen
  • Weight (Empty)3.83 kg
  • Currently In ServiceNo
  • Notable UsersUnited States Army
◈Cartridge & Calibre4MOD.4
  • Cartridge.30-40 Krag
  • Calibre7.62 mm
  • Case Length52 mm
  • Bullet Weight14.26 g
▣Operation4MOD.4
◇Ballistics2MOD.2
  • Muzzle Velocity610 m/s
  • Effective Range (point)823 m
◆Barrel & Sights4MOD.4
  • Barrel Length762 mm
  • Rifling Grooves4
  • Sight TypeV-notch and front post
  • Iron SightsYes
▤Features1MOD.1
⬢Production & Cost4MOD.4
  • Total Production500,000
  • Production Start1892
  • Production End1904
  • Variants9
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANRetired
  1. 1892Production started
  2. 1895First deployment: Cuban War of Independence
  3. 1904Production ended
134
years in service
12
years in production
500,000
units produced
0
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country no longer actively operates it. 1 countries retired it.
04 / Conflicts
SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1892-99 · CONFLICTS SERVED IN0% win·100% loss
Total Conflicts
1
Victories
0
Ongoing
0
Losses
1
ⓘ Shown only from conflicts recorded in our database.
05 / Operators
Operator Countries1country
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE4terms
A bayonet lug is a metal fitting on the barrel or muzzle of a firearm that provides a mounting point for a bayonet.
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.
These terms are listed automatically because they appear on this page.full encyclopedia →
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