Springfield model 1884

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Springfield model 1884
Springfield model 1884
Type	Breech-loading rifle
Place of origin	United States
Service history
In service	1884–1903
Used by	United States Army
Wars	Indian Wars Spanish–American War Philippine–American War
Production history
Designed	1884
Manufacturer	Springfield Armory
Specifications
Length	51.875 in (1,317.6 mm)
Barrel length	32.625 in (828.7 mm)
Cartridge	.45-70-500
Action	Hinged breechblock
Rate of fire	Approx. 10 rounds a minute
Muzzle velocity	1,315 feet per second (401 m/s)

The Springfield model 1884 was one of the "Trapdoor Springfield" rifles. It was an improved replacement for the previous longarm of the U.S. Armed Forces, the Springfield model 1873 and its variants.