HK MSG-90A1 - A modified MSG-90 rifle from the German company Heckler & Koch .
| HK MSG-90A1 | |
|---|---|
| Type of | sniper rifle |
| A country |  Germany |
| Production history | |
| Designed by | early to mid 1990s |
| Manufacturer | Heckler & koch |
| Characteristics | |
| Weight kg | 6.4 |
| Length mm | 1165 |
| Barrel length mm | 600 |
| Cartridge | 7.62 Γ 51 mm NATO |
| Caliber mm | 7.62 |
| Sighting range , m | 1200 |
| Type of ammunition | 5/20 removable box magazine |
Content
- 1 History
- 2 Modification
- 3 References
- 4 See also
History
In the early to mid-1990s, Heckler & Koch modified the MSG-90 rifle to compete in the DMR ( Designated Marksman Rifle - Military Sniper Rifle ) competition held by the US Department of Defense.
The replacement of the MSG-90 with the MSG-90A1 began in 1998.
Modification
- MSG-90A1 received fixed sights - a front sight in the annular gunner and an adjustable rear sight from the NK 21 machine gun, designed for a range of 100 to 1200 meters.
- The muzzle of the barrel was equipped with a new arrester , providing the ability to install a silencer for the sound of a shot.
- Behind the window for ejecting cartridges appeared reflector shells, providing the ability to fire from the left shoulder.
- The fuse lever has become double-sided.
- MSG-90A1 has a redesigned stock with adjustable rubber back plate and cheek, equipped with divisions to quickly restore the desired configuration.
Except for the differences listed above, the MSG-90A1 uses the same accessories, stores, and spare parts as the MSG90 .
The rest of the MSG-90A1 is no different from the prototype.
Links
See also
- HK PSG1
- M14
- List of sniper rifles