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Heckler & Koch PSG1

IN PRODUCTION
Heckler & Koch PSG1
Quick Overview
Manufacturer
Origin
Production
1972 - Present
Overview

The Heckler & Koch PSG1 (Präzisionsschützengewehr 1) is a German semi-automatic sniper rifle chambered in 7.62×51mm NATO. Introduced in 1972, it is renowned as one of the most accurate semi-automatic rifles ever produced, legendary for its precision, build quality, and equally legendary price tag.

Calibers & Ammunition
Dimensions
Overall Length
1,208mm (47.6 in)
Barrel Length
650mm (25.6 in) — free-floating, polygonal rifling
Weight
7.2 kg (15.9 lb) with scope and empty magazine
Mechanical
Action Type
Roller-delayed blowback, semi-automatic — precision-machined
Trigger Type
Adjustable match, 1.5 kg (3.3 lb) factory, adjustable down to 0.5 kg
Sights Type
Hensoldt 6×42 scope with illuminated reticle standard — no iron sights
Magazine Capacity
5 or 20 rounds
Additional Information
scope
Hensoldt (Schmidt & Bender) 6×42 with illuminated reticle — standard issue
stock
Fully adjustable: cheek piece height, buttplate length and height — pistol grip with adjustable palm shelf
action
Roller-delayed blowback, semi-automatic — precision-machined G3 derivative
barrel
650mm (25.6 in) — heavy free-floating, polygonal rifling, no iron sights
trigger
Adjustable match trigger — 1.5 kg (3.3 lb) factory set, adjustable to 0.5 kg
accuracy
Sub-0.5 MOA — one of the most accurate semi-auto rifles ever built

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