M107A1 Barrett
Type: Sniper Rifle
Domain: land
Country of Origin: United States
Manufacturer: Barrett Firearms
Overview
Semi-automatic .50 BMG (12.7x99mm) anti-materiel rifle with effective range exceeding 1,800 meters. Titanium barrel key and suppressor-ready muzzle brake reduce weight to 12.9 kg from the original M82. Used for destroying enemy equipment, light vehicles, ammunition caches, and communications infrastructure. Being partially replaced by Mk22 MRAD.
Technical Specifications
| length_m | 1.448 |
|---|---|
| magazine | 10 |
| operation | Semi-automatic recoil-operated |
| weight_kg | 12.9 |
| caliber_mm | 12.7 |
| max_range_m | 6800 |
| caliber_type | 12.7x99mm (.50 BMG) |
| effective_range_m | 1800 |
| muzzle_velocity_ms | 853 |
Operators
- Australia
- Denmark
- Georgia
- Israel
- Italy
- United Kingdom
- United States
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