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M82 Barrett
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M82 With Night Sight | |
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Country Of Origin | USA |
In Service | 1989 - Present |
Used By | USA UK Germany Israel Others |
Effective Range | 1,850m |
Wars | Iraq Afghanistan |
Weight | 30.9lbs |
Length | 57 Inches |
Cartridge | 50. BMG (12.7mm x 99m) |
Sniper rifle/anti-material weapon capable of shooting through concrete walls. Used by THEM and the Royal Engineers as well as dozens of countries round the world.