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XM29 OICW
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Bolt-Action Rifles · United States · 1996
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XM29OICW

XM29 OICW
XM29 OICW Photo: The original uploader was Hayden120 at English Wikipedia. · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Accuracy
60
Effective Range
50
Reliability
40
Stopping Power
70
Durability
55
Ergonomics
65
Optics-Readiness
85
Calibre Versatility
80
Build Quality
70
Cost-Effectiveness
30
Origin United States
CategoryBolt-Action Rifles
EraPost-Cold War
In service1996–2004
Operators1 countries
Quantity25
Data Quality82%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
60
Bolt-Action Rifles MASS Rating
20/26
Post-Cold War
184/308
All-Time
Bolt-Action Rifles · 10 axes scored
Accuracy
60
Effective Range
50
Reliability
40
Stopping Power
70
Durability
55
Ergonomics
65
Optics-Readiness
85
Calibre Versatility
80
Build Quality
70
Cost-Effectiveness
30
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the bolt-action rifles category.
01 / Overview
XM29 OICW
Production
1996–2004
Quantity
25
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES · POST-COLD WAR
20
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
25
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
—
60
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 Year1996
  • DesignerHeckler & Koch, Alliant Techsystems
  • Weight (Empty)5.4 kg
  • Weight (Loaded)8.17 kg
  • Currently In ServiceNo
◈Cartridge & Calibre5MOD.5
▣Operation6MOD.6
◇Ballistics3MOD.3
  • Muzzle Velocity750 m/s
  • Effective Range (point)600 m
  • Maximum Range3,000 m
◆Barrel & Sights2MOD.2
  • Sight TypeIntegrated 6× thermal vision, night vision optics with computer-assisted sighting and laser rangefinder
  • Optic RailYes
▤Construction2MOD.2
  • Bullpup LayoutYes
  • ModularityModular assault rifle with underslung grenade launcher and integrated fire control system
⬢Features1MOD.1
▲Production & Cost3MOD.3
  • Production Start1996
  • Production End2004
  • Variants2
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANRetired
  1. 1996Production started
  2. 2004Production ended
30
years in service
8
years in production
25
units produced
0
countries operating
ⓘ 1 countries retired it.
04 / Operators
Operator Countries1country
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE5terms
Firearm configuration where the action and magazine are located behind the trigger, reducing overall length while maintaining barrel length.
A firearm feed system where ammunition is stored in a separate container (magazine) that can be removed and replaced, enabling rapid reloading.
Firearm action type where expanding gas from a fired cartridge cycles the mechanism, typically via a piston or direct impingement.
A pistol feature allowing it to fire grenades or projectile rounds.
A mounting system for attaching optical sights to rifles.
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