Mk 13 rifle
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The MK 13 rifle is made using the Accuracy International Chassis System (AICS) version 2.0 mated to a long action Remington 700 receiver. The AICS 2.0 folding stock reduces the rifle's overall length by 210 mm (8.3 in) when folded and adds 0.2 kg (0.44 lb) to the rifle's total weight. The rifle has a cheekpiece design that adjusts sideways and for height for optimal cheek position when using night vision equipment or telescopic sights with large objective lenses. There is also a quick-adjust cheek-piece option that has a spring-loaded cheek-piece in conjunction with a quick-adjust butt plate. The side panels are made from a high-strength polymer and are available in the colors olive drab, dark earth or black. Sling attachment points are mounted on each side of the rifle, so it can be carried flat against the back and used comfortably by left- and right-handed users. A front attachment point is situated below the fore-end and can be used to anchor a target-style sling or replaced by an adapter for a Harris bipod.
MK 13 | |
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Type | Sniper rifle |
Place of origin | United Kingdom/United States |
Service history | |
In service | 2001–present |
Used by | United States |
Wars | War in Afghanistan Iraq War |
Production history | |
Designer | Accuracy International/Remington Arms |
Variants | MK 13 MOD 5 MK 13 MOD 7 |
Specifications | |
Mass | 5.17 kg (11.4 lbs) |
Length | 1207 mm (47.5") |
Barrel length | 673 mm (26.5") |
Cartridge | .300 Winchester Magnum |
Action | Bolt action |
Effective firing range | 1,300 meters (1,421 yd) |
Feed system | 5-round magazine (MOD 5) |
Sights | Nightforce Advanced Tactical Riflescope |