Long Range Rifle L115A3
Calibre: 8.59mm
Weight: 6.8kg
Length: 1300mm
Muzzle velocity: 936m/s
Feed: 5-round box
Effective range: 1100m plus
Type Sniper rifle
Place of origin United Kingdom
Service history
In service 1997 - present
Used by See Users
Wars Afghanistan War, Iraq War
Production history
Manufacturer Accuracy International
Specifications
Weight 6.5 kg (14.3 lb) (.300 Winchester Magnum)
6.9 kg (15.1 lb) (.338 Lapua Magnum)
with stock, bipod and empty magazine
Length 1200 mm (47.2 in) (.300 Win. Mag.)
1230 mm (48.4 in) (.338 Lapua Magnum)
Barrel length 660 mm (26 in) (.300 Win. Mag.)
686 mm (27 in) (.338 Lapua Magnum)
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Cartridge .300 Winchester Magnum
.338 Lapua Magnum
Action Bolt-action
Effective range 1,100 metres (1,203 yd)
.300 Winchester Magnum[1]
1,400 metres (1,531 yd)
.338 Lapua Magnum[2]
Feed system 5-round detachable box magazine
Sights detachable aperture type iron sights
day or night optics
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Accuracy_International_AWM
1) S&B 5-25x56 Day Scope
Magnifies target up to 25 times allowing the sniper to identify targets more easily.
2) Folding Stock
Reduces the length of the weapon when being carried in a backpack
3) Adjustable Cheek Piece
Allows the sniper to comfortably align his eye with the day scope
4) Suppressor
Reduces the flash and noise signature, reducing the chances of detection and thus increasing the survivability of the sniper
5) Adjustable Bi-pod
Allows the sniper to support the rifle in a set position while locating the target
6) 5-round Magazine
Allows the sniper to fire 5 rounds rapidly while being small enough not to interfere with the alignment
http://www.army.mod.uk/equipment/support-weapons/1459.aspx
