OSV-96
| OSV-96 | |
|---|---|
 OSV-96 in MAKS-2009 | |
| Type | Anti-materiel sniper rifle |
| Place of origin | Russia |
| Service history | |
| In service | 1990s–present |
| Used by | Russia |
| Wars | Syrian civil war |
| Production history | |
| Designer | A.G. Shipunov |
| Designed | 1990s |
| Manufacturer | KBP Instrument Design Bureau |
| Produced | 1990s–present |
| Variants | V-94 |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 12.9 kg (28 lb) w/o scope and unloaded |
| Length | 1,746 mm (68.7 in) |
| Barrel length | 1,000 mm (39 in) |
| Cartridge | 12.7×108mm |
| Action | Gas-operated rotating bolt |
| Rate of fire | semi-auto |
| Muzzle velocity | 770–860 m/s |
| Effective firing range | 2,000 m (2,200 yd) |
| Feed system | 5-round detachable box magazine |
| Sights | various mounting sniper sights and back-up iron sights |
OSV-96 (Russian: ОСВ-96) is a Russian heavy semi-automatic sniper rifle chambered for the 12.7×108mm round.
Description
The rifle is capable of engaging infantry at a distance of up to 1800 meters and can combat material targets at ranges up to 2500 meters. As an effective anti-sniper weapon, OSV-96 keeps the shooter outside of the effective range of conventional calibers providing a distinct advantage over lower caliber rifles. Specialized high-accuracy 12.7×108mm 7N34 59.0 gram FMJ and AP sniper cartridges have been developed for Russian .50-caliber sniper rifles such as this rifle. Large caliber machine gun cartridges can also be used for firing, but with limited accuracy. The OSV-96 folds in half in between the barrel/chamber and receiver compartments to shorten its length for ease of transportation. The rifle features a free-floating barrel in combination with a large muzzle brake to greatly decrease its recoil.
Variants
- V-94 (В-94 «Волга»)[1] Prototype was developed by the KBP (Instrument Design Bureau) in the early 1990s. V-94 was first revealed to the public in 1994. Initial muzzle energy is estimated to be 18860 J, while firing API ammunition (885 gr).
- OSV-96 (ОСВ-96 «Взломщик»)[2] Developed in 1996-2000, entered service in March 2000. Design utilizes a number of improvements, such as a redesigned stock, muzzle brake, and carrying handle.
Users
Russia: Federal Security Service[2] and Ministry of Internal Affairs[2]
Belarus: Used by the special forces[3]
Vietnam
India Used by the naval special forces MARCOS[4]
Syria: Used by both government and rebel forces.[5][6]
See also
- Barrett M82
- Denel NTW-20
- Istiglal Ist-14.5
- KSVK 12.7 the OSV-96's service competitor
- List of Russian weaponry
- PTRS-41
- SVDK
References
- ^ Сергей Монетчиков. 12,7-мм крупнокалиберная снайперская винтовка В-94 // журнал «Братишка», ноябрь 2003
- ^ a b c Сергей Монетчиков. Оружейная мастерская: Оружие российского спецназа, или крупнокалиберные снайперские винтовки // журнал «Братишка», июль 2013
- ^ Александр Макаров. Полк высоких технологий. Силы специальных операций // журнал "Спецназ", июль 2011
- ^ "Post 26/11, India turns to Russia for small weapons". Retrieved 26 November 2014.
- ^ cursethee. "Abu Zuhour, Idlib". Dailymotion. Retrieved 26 November 2014.
- ^ "Syria troops besiege town near Damascus". The Daily Star Newspaper - Lebanon. Retrieved 26 November 2014.
External links
- Koll, Christian (2009). Soviet Cannon - A Comprehensive Study of Soviet Arms and Ammunition in Calibres 12.7mm to 57mm. Austria: Koll. p. 71. ISBN 978-3-200-01445-9.
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