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TOZ-55

Bolt-Action Rifles · Russia · 1970
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TOZ-55

* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Accuracy
65
Effective Range
50
Reliability
85
Stopping Power
70
Durability
90
Ergonomics
55
Optics-Readiness
60
Calibre Versatility
40
Build Quality
80
Cost-Effectiveness
85
Origin Russia
ManufacturerTula Arms Plant
CategoryBolt-Action Rifles
EraCold War
In service1970–1989
Operators3 countries
Data Quality85%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
67
Bolt-Action Rifles MASS Rating
25/35
Cold War
142/308
All-Time
Bolt-Action Rifles · 10 axes scored
Accuracy
65
Effective Range
50
Reliability
85
Stopping Power
70
Durability
90
Ergonomics
55
Optics-Readiness
60
Calibre Versatility
40
Build Quality
80
Cost-Effectiveness
85
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the bolt-action rifles category.
01 / Overview
TOZ-55
Country
Prime contractor
Production
1970–1989
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES · COLD WAR
25
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
88
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
—
67
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
◎General5MOD.5
  • First Production Year1975
  • DesignerN. I. Korovyakov
  • Weight (Empty)3.8 kg
  • Currently In ServiceYes
  • Notable UsersUSSR, Latvia, Russian Federation, USA
◈Cartridge & Calibre3MOD.3
  • Cartridge9×53mmR
  • Calibre12 mm
  • Calibre Classshotgun
▣Operation2MOD.2
◇Barrel & Sights6MOD.6
  • Barrel Length600 mm
  • Rifling Twistright-hand
  • Rifling Grooves6
  • Sight Typeiron sights; optical sight
  • Optic RailYes
  • Iron SightsYes
◆Production & Cost2MOD.2
  • Production Start1975
  • Production End1989
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
  1. 1970Production started
  2. 1989Production ended
56
years in service
19
years in production
2
countries operating
ⓘ 1 countries retired it.
04 / Operators
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE4terms
Firearm mechanism where the barrel and breech pivot open for loading/unloading, typically via a hinge at the frame.
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.
A mounting system for attaching optical sights to rifles.
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