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BSmall arms
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Accuracy International AS50larger figure on 3 of 3
Mk 13 riflelarger figure on 0 of 3
Counts only measures both sources give with the same scope. A larger figure is not a better system.
Measured figures
Length
Single source1,369 mm (53.9 in)[source]
Length
Single sourceConfiguration
| Specification | Accuracy International AS50 | Mk 13 rifle |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Anti-materiel precision rifle[source] | — |
| Place of origin | United Kingdom[source] | — |
| Designed | 2005[source] | — |
| Manufacturer | Accuracy International[source] | Accuracy International[source] |
| Produced | 2007[source] | — |
1207 mm (47.5")[source]
Muzzle velocity
Single source1,219 m/s[source]
Bars compare reported quantities only. A larger figure does not make a system better; configurations and test conditions differ.
| Cartridge | .50 BMG[source] | .300 Winchester Magnum[source] |
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| Action | Gas operation , direct impingement[source] | Bolt action[source] |
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| Rate of fire | semi-automatic, estimated at 5 rounds/1.6 seconds[source] | — |
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| Feed system | 5-round detachable box magazine[source] | 5-round magazine (MOD 5)[source] |
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| Sights | Optical sight[source] | Nightforce Advanced Tactical Riflescope[source] |
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| In service | — | 2001–present[source] |
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| Used by | — | United States[source] |
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| Wars | — | War in Afghanistan Iraq War[source] |
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| Designer | — | Accuracy International / Remington Arms[source] |
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| Variants | — | Mk 13 MOD 5 Mk 13 MOD 7[source] |
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| Calibre | — | .308[source] |
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| Country of origin | — | United Kingdom[source] |
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