Barrett M95

Barrett M95
The Barrett M95 with camouflage finish
TypeBullpup Anti materiel sniper rifle
Place of originUnited States
Service history
In service1997–present
Used bySee Users
Production history
ManufacturerBarrett Firearms Company
Produced1995–present
Specifications
Mass23.5 pounds (10.7 kg) empty, without scope
Length45 inches (114.3 cm)
Barrel length29 inches (73.7 cm)
Cartridge.50 BMG (12.7×99mm)
ActionBolt action
Muzzle velocity2,800 feet per second (854 m/s) (with M33 ball ammunition)
Effective firing range2,000 yards (1,800 m)
Maximum firing range6,800 meters (7,400 yd)
Feed system5-round detachable box magazine
SightsNone

The Barrett M95 is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .50 BMG (12.7×99mm), and manufactured by Barrett Firearms Company. It has been adopted by a number of militaries around the world.

Overview

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The M95 is an improved version of the earlier Barrett M90. It is a bolt-action rifle in a bullpup design. The major difference between the M95 and the M90 is that the pistol grip and trigger have been moved forward 1 inch (25 mm) for better magazine clearance. Also, the bolt handle has been redesigned and bent down and to the rear, the barrel chamber has been plated in chrome, and there are also some minor changes to the trigger and firing pin.

XM107

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In 1999, the M95 won a military competition to become the new XM107.[citation needed] A small number were purchased by the U.S. Army for further testing, but ultimately, the M82 was chosen. The Barrett website also announces that M95 rifle is used for military and law enforcement applications in at least 15 other countries.[citation needed]

Users

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Map with users of the Barrett M95 in blue
Barrett M95SP with magazines, ready to be fired

See also

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References

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