major@uunet.UU.NET (Mike Schmitt) (02/06/91)
From: bcstec!shuksan!major@uunet.UU.NET (Mike Schmitt)
Talk about a timely article - "Army" (Feb '91) describes the latest
US Sniper Weapon -
Remington M24 7.62mm Sniper Weapon System (SWS)
Caliber: 7.62 x 51mm NATO
Ammo: M118 Special Ball (match); 168-grain bullet at
muzzle velocity of 2,600fps
Barrel Length: 24 inches, stainless steel
Rifling: Five groves; one turn in 11.25 inches
Rifle Weight: 11.62 pounds(bare)
14.13 pounds(sling, telescope sight, mount, loaded mag)
Total System: 64 pounds (rifle, sights and accessories in case)
Stock Length: 43 inches; 45.7in (extended butt plate)
Kevlar-graphite composite stock, a broad beaver
tail forearm, a close pistol grip.
Action: Remington Model 700 bolt repeater
Magazine Cap: 5 rounds
Sights: Leupold-Stevens M3 Ultra fixed 10x telescope with
rangefinding reticle and bullet-drop compensator;
adjustable for windage in one-half minute of angle
increments; bases for optional iron sights.
Maximum Range: 800 meters
Entered Service: November 1988
Basis of Issue: Airborne, Air Assault, Light Infantry Battalions
Special Forces, Rangers
Acquisition: 2,010 ($8M) (unit cost ave: $3,980) includes
contractor maintenance at all levels above operator.
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mike schmitt