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Springfield M1903
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Quick Overview
Origin
Production
1903 - 1949
Caliber
Overview
The Springfield M1903 is an American five-shot bolt-action rifle that served as the standard service rifle of the United States Armed Forces from 1903 through World War II. It saw action in both World Wars and is famed for its accuracy and service alongside the M1 Garand.
Calibers & Ammunition
Dimensions
Overall Length
1,097mm (43.2 in)
Barrel Length
610mm (24 in)
Weight
3,950g (8.7 lb) empty
Mechanical
Action Type
Bolt-action, controlled-round feed
Trigger Type
Two-stage military trigger
Sights Type
Blade front; flip-up aperture rear, or 1903A3 peep rear; Weaver 330C scope on A4 sniper
Magazine Capacity
5 rounds (internal magazine, stripper-clip loaded)
Additional Information
stock
American walnut — straight stock (M1903) or pistol grip (M1903A1)
action
Bolt-action, controlled-round feed (CRF), internal box magazine
barrel
610mm (24 in) — 4-groove, left-hand twist, 1:10 twist
accuracy
1.5-3 MOA with standard ammunition; sub-MOA with match ammunition
magazine
5-round internal, loaded with stripper clips
variants
M1903, M1903A1 (pistol grip stock), M1903A3 (simplified rear sight), M1903A4 (sniper)
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