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Harris Gun Works M-96
Sniper rifle / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Harris Gunworks M-96 is a semi automatic sniper rifle. Manufactured by Harris Gunworks at Phoenix, Arizona, this is chambered for .50 BMG currently used heavily by the United States Armed Forces and Malaysian Armed Forces.[1]
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Harris Gun Works M-96 | |
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![]() Denel NTW-20 (20mm) and Harris Gun Works M-96 (12.7mm) of Malaysian Army in display during 2022 exhibition | |
Type | Sniper rifle |
Place of origin | United States |
Service history | |
In service | 1996[1]—present |
Used by | United States, Malaysia |
Production history | |
Manufacturer | Harris Gunworks |
Variants | M86, M92 |
Specifications | |
Mass | 25 lbs (11.35 kg) unloaded, no scope. |
Length | 58 inches (145 cm). |
Barrel length | 29 inch (74 cm). |
Cartridge | 12.7x99mm NATO |
Caliber | .50 BMG |
Action | semi-automatic |
Rate of fire | Gas operated semi-automatic. |
Effective firing range | 5000 ft (1500 m). |
Feed system | 5-rounds detachable box magazine |
Sights | detachable aperture type iron sights day or night optics |
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