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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
TOZ-55
Category
Country
Prime contractor
Production
1970–1989
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES · COLD WAR
25
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
88
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
◎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
- Action TypeBreak Action
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
◇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
- 1970Production started
- 1989Production ended
56
years in service
19
years in production
2
countries operating
ⓘ 1 countries retired it.
05 / MASS Score
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES RANKING Bolt-Action Rifles · Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
142BOLT-ACTION RIFLES25COLD WAR · BOLT-ACTION RIFLES479RUSSIA · ALL WEAPONS118PERFORMANCE/PRICE · BOLT-ACTION RIFLES
ⓘ Rankings are within theBolt-Action Riflescategory.
📖 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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