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Measured figures
20" Barrel
Single source27" Barrel
Single sourceConfiguration
| Specification | Barrett Model 98B | Mk 13 rifle |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sniper Rifle[source] | — |
| Place of origin | United States[source] | — |
| Designer | Ronnie Barrett[source] | Accuracy International / Remington Arms[source] |
| Designed | 1997[source] | — |
| Manufacturer | Barrett Firearms Manufacturing[source] | Accuracy International |
43 in (110 cm) (20" Barrel) 49.75 in (126.4 cm) (27" Barrel)[source]
Length
Single source1207 mm (47.5")[source]
Muzzle velocity
Single source3,100 ft/s (940 m/s)[source]
Bars compare reported quantities only. A larger figure does not make a system better; configurations and test conditions differ.
| Produced | 2008–present[source] | — |
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| Cartridge | .338 Lapua Magnum[source] | .300 Winchester Magnum[source] |
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| Action | Bolt action[source] | Bolt action[source] |
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| Feed system | 10-round detachable box magazine[source] | 5-round magazine (MOD 5)[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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| Variants | — | Mk 13 MOD 5 Mk 13 MOD 7[source] |
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| Calibre | — | .308[source] |
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| Sights | — | Nightforce Advanced Tactical Riflescope[source] |
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| Country of origin | — | United Kingdom[source] |
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