FR F2 sniper rifle

FR F2
GIAT FR F2
TypeSniper rifle
Place of originFrance
Service history
In service1986–present
Used bySee Users
WarsGulf War
War in Afghanistan (2001–2021)
Northern Mali conflict
Operation Serval
Russo-Ukrainian War
Production history
ManufacturerGIAT Industries
Produced1984–present
Specifications
Mass5.1 kilograms (11 lb)[1]
Length1,138 millimetres (44.8 in)[1]
Barrel length600 millimetres (24 in)[1]

Cartridge7.62×51mm NATO
ActionBolt-action
Muzzle velocity820 m/s (2,690.3 ft/s)
Effective firing range800 m (874.9 yd)
Feed system10-round detachable box magazine
SightsTelescopic sight

The FR F2 (French: Fusil à Répétition modèle F2; English: Repeating Rifle, F2 model) has been the standard sniper rifle of the French military since 1986. It is designed for shooting at point targets at distances up to 800 metres.

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