I was wondering what is the current sniper rifles issued in the Marines and the Army.
I was also wondering what everyone thinks is the best sniper rifle?
you all mention bolt, what about semi-auto sniper rifles?
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March 4th, 2010 at 8:25 am
The USMC currently issues the M40A3 and now the M40A5. The M39, which is basically a modified M14 is more of a DMR but is also used by snipers. The Mk11, which is a modified SR-25 has been issued to a few select units and has done quite well over the years. They are now phasing them out in favor of the M110… which is a big mistake. You also have your big boys, the M82 and its variants. The Mk12 has been used a handful of times as well. When it comes to the more seldom used rifles, there are like previous posters have mentioned the CheyTac which is based on the EDM Windrunner. Decent rifle, very promising.
I’m not 100% clear on what Army issues, but I know they issue the M24 and the m110 and a modified M14. They also have the Barret.
We’re seeing more rifles coming out chambered in .338 rather than 7.62/.308
As for the best… thats a tough question. It really depends on the situation and the environment you are in. Is it hot or cold? Whats the elevation? etc. Is it being used in an offensive or a defensive role? There are a number of factors that need to be taken into consideration.
Many have trumped up the m110. It does well… for about 100 rounds, then you have to replace the barrel. I don’t mean rapid firing 100 rounds. I’m talking about a few rounds here and there, until the performance drops considerably. That is unacceptable.
Accuracy International have created many great rifles which have been used in Afghanistan where the .338 is favored over the 7.62/.308. The m82/m107 the various .50′s are also good, but weight is indeed a factor. The CheyTac is promising, the .408 is one hell of a round. McMillan makes some good rifles, their Tac-50 recorded the longest kill in history. But… because they were running out of their ammo, they were shooting US ammo, and in their own words, performed much better.
There is no true "best sniper rifle." The rifle is going to be as good as the shooter.
March 4th, 2010 at 8:25 am
I’ve only had the chance to fire this once, but I was very impressed with the Charter Arms .50 Cal sniper rifle.
March 4th, 2010 at 8:25 am
Cheytac intervention 408 cal has the longest range
A fifty cal has the most stopping power and ability against materiel.
remington m700 is the standard issue sniper rifle for law enforcement and military in the us
the vss vintorez is the coolest LOOKING sniper platform.
March 4th, 2010 at 8:25 am
The M24(army) or M40(Marines) is a custom built Remington 700 in .308. Its built by the military’s armourers.
My favourite however is Germany’s DSR-1 Its good looking and the DSR-1 is capable of .2 MOA accuracy. And I prefer the .338 Lapua Magnum to the .308.
In big bore I like the Swiss OM 50 Nemesis sniper rifle Its capable of producing smaller groups than our Barret, but not by much, and our M82 Barret is a semi auto, if they were both bolt guns I think they would be equals. The Nemesis how ever has an interchangeable barrel system so you can have mobility or range depending on the shooters needs.
March 4th, 2010 at 8:25 am
Best sniper rifle, just like anything else depends on what one’s requirements are. Not everyone wants the same features in a sniper rifle. That is why there are so many choices. What is best for you may not be best for me and so on.
March 4th, 2010 at 8:25 am
well the best company overall is probably accuracy international. Founded by an gold medal olympic shooter.
The L96A1 is used in the 7.62 and .338 Lapua Magnum variants by the RAF regiment, Army, Royal Marines, SAS and SBS. A sign of its capability is the fact that the Special Forces have selected it. Other undisclosed nations also use this rifle.
Its Light, powerful and amazingly accurate, and the arctic warfare variants are superior to other rifles in cold climates. its modular design is light, easily poirtable yet very strong. also availible in long model .300 and 7mm variants.
other rifles include the AW50F, a competitor to the single shot barrets. superior accuracy and still light weight, its used in the anti demolitions role by bitish military. Fires a .50 cal bullet. The australians have also bought this rifle, and i think the germans have this as well, with a folding stock. if not this rifle, then maybe the L96
and if you think the barret is better because it is semi auto? think again. the AS-50 is probably better, having accuracy internationals’ trade makr accuracy. its so goodm even the US Navy seals picked the AS-50 over the barret.
dont get me wrong, the barret is pretty good, but the only reason other rifles names dont crop up is because the barret is the most powerful rifle people can think of, especially when it comes to gamers.there are far more powerful rifles out there when it comes to the barret, and when you look at them all, the barret is no big whoop.
other notable guns include the SVD drauganov. popular for the large round, and simplicity to use and the fact its as reliable as an AK
the british De Lisle carbine, the most silent rifle in the world, firing a 9mm round
the S. African NTW (massive!!) fires a 20 x 83.5mm MG 151 round, or a 14×11.4mm round.
the US currently use the M24 and M40 and the Barret M85
my fave rifle over all is probably the L96 or the AW50F
March 4th, 2010 at 8:25 am
the best one at war in afganistan is 50-calibre McMillan tactical rifles,
The snipers are using a 50 caliber rifle. A 50 cal. round is about 7-8 inches long and the casing is about an inch in diameter. The bullet itself is one-half inch in diameter and roughly one and one-half inches long.
A Canadian sniper in Afghanistan has been confirmed as hitting an enemy soldier at a range of 2,310 meters, the longest recorded and confirmed sniper shot in history. The previous record of 2,250 meters was set by US Marine sniper Carlos Hathcock in Vietnam in 1967. The Canadian sniper was at an altitude of 8,500 feet and the target, across a valley, was at 9,000 feet. Canadian sniper units often operated in support of US infantry units, which were grateful for their help. The record lasted only one day, until a second Canadian sniper hit an enemy soldier at 2,400 meters (8000 feet).
The Canadian snipers fire special .50-calibre McMillan tactical rifles, which are bolt-action weapons with five-round magazines.