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M40 Sniper Rifle
IN PRODUCTION
Quick Overview
Origin
Production
1966 - Present
Overview
The M40 is a bolt-action sniper rifle used by the United States Marine Corps, built on the Remington Model 700 action. It features a heavy-contour stainless steel barrel, a McMillan fiberglass stock, and precision optics. The M40 is renowned for its accuracy and battlefield reliability, serving as the USMC's primary sniper rifle since the Vietnam War.
Calibers & Ammunition
Dimensions
Overall Length
44.0 in (1,117 mm)
Barrel Length
24.0 in (610 mm)
Weight
14.5 lb (6.6 kg) with scope
Mechanical
Action Type
Bolt-action, Remington 700 short action
Trigger Type
Adjustable trigger
Sights Type
Scoped: Schmidt & Bender 3-12x50 (M40A5)
Magazine Capacity
5 rounds (internal box, detachable on M40A5)
Additional Information
country
United States
action Type
Bolt-action
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