TPG-1
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| Unique Alpine TPG-1 | |
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| Type | Sniper rifle |
| Place of origin | Bavaria |
| Service history | |
| In service | SEK Niedersachsen (Special Deployment Force) |
| Used by | Hungarian police |
| Production history | |
| Designed | 2002 |
| Manufacturer | Unique Alpine AG |
| Specifications | |
| Caliber | from .223/5.56×45 up to .338 |
| Barrels | 650 mm (26 in) 700 mm (28 in) for .338 Lapua |
| Action | Bolt action |
| Maximum range | 1500m |
| Feed system | Detachable magazine |
| Sights | Variable telescopic sight |
The Unique Alpine TPG-1 [where "TPG" stands for German: Taktisches Präzisionsgewehr ("Tactical Precision Rifle")][1] is a modular, multi-caliber, precision sniper rifle for tactical applications made in Bavaria / Federal Republic of Germany.[2][3] This rifle is part of the equipment of the Hungarian police.
References [edit]
- ^ "Unique Alpine TPG-1". Modern Firearms: Sniper Rifle. World Guns.
- ^ Crane, David (2004-10-26). "Unique Alpine TPG-1 Modular Multi-Caliber Sniper Rifle for Tactical Apps". DefenseReview.com.
- ^ Tecnología militar [Military Technology] (in Spanish). Volume 25. Grupo Editorial Mönch. 2003. pp. 52–53.
External links [edit]
- Official web page (in German)