FR F2 sniper rifle
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The FR F2 (French: Fusil à Répétition modèle F2; English: Repeating Rifle, F2 model) has been the standard sniper rifle of the French military since 1986. It is designed for shooting at point targets at distances up to 800 metres.
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FR F2 | |
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Type | Sniper rifle |
Place of origin | France |
Service history | |
In service | 1986–present |
Used by | See Users |
Wars | Gulf War War in Afghanistan (2001–2021) Northern Mali conflict Operation Serval Russo-Ukrainian War |
Production history | |
Manufacturer | GIAT Industries |
Produced | 1984–present |
Specifications | |
Mass | 5.1 kilograms (11 lb)[1] |
Length | 1,138 millimetres (44.8 in)[1] |
Barrel length | 600 millimetres (24 in)[1] |
Cartridge | 7.62×51mm NATO |
Action | Bolt-action |
Muzzle velocity | 820 m/s (2,690.3 ft/s) |
Effective firing range | 800 m (874.9 yd) |
Feed system | 10-round detachable box magazine |
Sights | Telescopic sight |
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