Mannlicher-Schönauer

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Quick Overview

Manufacturer

Steyr Mannlicher

Origin

Austria

Production

1903 - 1972

Caliber

.243 Winchester

Overview

The Mannlicher-Schönauer is a bolt-action rifle designed by Ferdinand Mannlicher and Otto Schönauer. It features a unique rotary magazine that feeds cartridges smoothly into the chamber. The rifle was produced by Steyr and was adopted by the Greek military in 1903. It is recognized for its exceptional accuracy and smooth bolt operation. The Mannlicher-Schönauer was also popular as a sporting rifle for big game hunting in Africa.

Calibers & Ammunition

.243 Winchester

Dimensions

Overall Length

1130 mm

Barrel Length

610 mm

Weight

3.8 kg

Mechanical

Action Type

Bolt-action

Trigger Type

Single-stage

Sights Type

Tangent rear sight with barleycorn front

Magazine Capacity

5 rounds

Additional Information

action

Bolt-action with rotary magazine

rate Of Fire

Semi-automatic

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