Siyavash sniper rifle
Appearance
Siyavash Sniper Rifle | |
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Type | Sniper rifle |
Place of origin | Islamic Republic of Iran |
Service history | |
In service | 2013 - present |
Used by | Islamic Republic of Iran Army |
Specifications | |
Mass | 6.5 kg (14 lbs) |
Cartridge | 7.62 x 51 mm |
Action | Bolt action |
Feed system | 5-round |
The Siyavash sniper rifle is a light rifle designed for and deployed by the Iranian Army. It carries a 5-round magazine and weighs 14 pounds (6.5 kg).[1][2][3] it is a clone of the US M40 rifle.[4]
References
- ^ "IRGC showcases anti-chopper shoulder-launched weapon, ultra light sniper rifle". 19 November 2013.
- ^ "Farsnews". Archived from the original on 25 October 2015. Retrieved 8 August 2014.
- ^ "Iran unveils new home-made Siyavash ultra light sniper rifle during a military exhibition 2612132 | December 2013 defense industry military news UK | Military army defense industry news year 2013".
- ^ https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2014/05/13/report-iraqi-snipers-iranian-rifles/