JNG-90
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| JNG-90 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Sniper rifle |
| Place of origin |  Turkey |
| Service history | |
| In service | See Users |
| Production history | |
| Designer | MKEK |
| Designed | 2004–2008 |
| Manufacturer | MKEK |
| Specifications | |
| Cartridge | 7.62x51mm NATO |
| Action | bolt-action |
| Muzzle velocity | 860 m/s |
| Effective range | 1000 m |
| Feed system | 10-round magazine |
| Sights | day or night optics |
JNG-90 is a bolt action sniper rifle that fires the 7.62x51mm NATO round used by the Turkish military. Development of the weapon first started back in 2004[1] to 2008.[2] Its nickname is Bora[2] and it is currently being offered for export.
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Design [edit]
The JNG-90, according to MKEK, was said to be accurate in terms of shooting 0.3 MOA groups at up to 1000 meters range.[1][3] Picatinny rails are provided on the forend and on the upper receiver. The rifle also has an adjustable buttstock.
Users [edit]
Azerbaijan: Purchased unknown number of JNG-90s.[3]
Turkey: In use by the Turkish Armed Forces.[1]
References [edit]
- ^ a b c Max Popenker. "Bora JNG-90 sniper rifle (Turkey)". Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ^ a b "Fusil de precisión MKEK JNG-90" (in Spanish). ARMAS. Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ^ a b "Снайперская винтовка 7.62 mm JNG 90 Bora" (in Russian). Retrieved 2010-07-02.
