OSV-96
OSV-96 (Russian: ОСВ-96) is a Russian heavy semi-automatic precision rifle chambered for the 12.7×108mm.
| OSV-96 | |
|---|---|
 OSV-96 in MAKS-2009 | |
| Type | Anti-materiel rifle |
| Place of origin | Soviet Union |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2000–present |
| Used by | See Users |
| Wars | Syrian civil war[1] 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh conflict |
| Production history | |
| Designer | A.G. Shipunov |
| Designed | 1990 (Prototype V-94) 1996 (OSV-96) |
| Manufacturer | KBP Instrument Design Bureau |
| Produced | 1994 (Prototype V-94) 2000–present (OSV-96) |
| Variants | V-94 |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 12.9 kg (28 lb) w/o scope |
| Length | 1,746 mm (68.7 in) |
| Barrel length | 1,000 mm (39 in) |
| Cartridge | 12.7×108mm |
| Action | Direct impingement gas-operated, rotating bolt |
| Rate of fire | semi-auto |
| Muzzle velocity | 870–910 m/s |
| Effective firing range | 2,000 m (2,200 yd) |
| Feed system | 5-round detachable box magazine |
| Sights | various mounting sniper sights and back-up iron sights |
Description
The rifle is capable of engaging infantry at a distance of up to 1800 meters and can combat material targets at ranges up to 2500 meters. As an effective anti-sniper weapon, OSV-96 keeps the shooter outside of the effective range of conventional calibers providing a distinct advantage over lower caliber rifles. Specialized high-accuracy 12.7×108mm 7N34 59.0 gram FMJ and AP sniper cartridges have been developed for Russian .50-caliber sniper rifles such as this rifle. Large caliber machine gun cartridges can also be used for firing, but with limited accuracy. With 7N34 ammunition accuracy is claimed as 1.5 MOA at 100 meters or better, equal to Barrett M107
The OSV-96 folds in half in between the barrel/chamber and receiver compartments to shorten its length for ease of transportation. The rifle features a free-floating barrel in combination with a large muzzle brake to greatly decrease its recoil.
Variants
- V-94 (В-94 «Волга») - Prototype was developed by the KBP (Instrument Design Bureau) in the early 1990s.[2] V-94 was first revealed to the public in 1994. Initial muzzle energy is estimated to be 18860 J, while firing API ammunition (885 gr).[3]
- OSV-96 (ОСВ-96 «Взломщик») - Developed in 1996–2000, entered service in March 2000. Design utilizes a number of improvements, such as a redesigned stock, muzzle brake, and carrying handle.[4]
- MTs-567 (МЦ-567) - developed in 2018–2019, since August 2020 is allowed as civilian hunting weapon[5]
Users
Belarus: Used by the special forces[6]
Egypt: Used by Egyptian special operation forces
India: Used by the naval special forces MARCOS[7]
Russia: Federal Security Service[4] and Ministry of Internal Affairs[4]
Syria: Used by both government and jihadist forces in the civil war.[1][8]
Vietnam: Used by the Vietnamese military, made under license by Z111 Factory.[9] Industrial name is SBT12M1.[10]
Iraq: Used by ISOF (Iraqi special operation forces)
See also
- KSVK 12.7 - the OSV-96's service competitor
- Barrett M82 - American counterpart
References
- "La 104ème brigade de la Garde républicaine syrienne, troupe d'élite et étendard du régime de Damas". France-Soir (in French). 20 March 2017.
- 12,7-мм снайперская винтовка В-94 (ОСВ-96) // журнал "Оружие", № 1, 2000. стр.51-52
- Сергей Монетчиков. 12,7-мм крупнокалиберная снайперская винтовка В-94 // журнал «Братишка», ноябрь 2003
- Сергей Монетчиков. Оружейная мастерская: Оружие российского спецназа, или крупнокалиберные снайперские винтовки Archived 15 December 2018 at the Wayback Machine // журнал «Братишка», июль 2013
- Ростех запустил серийное производство гражданской версии "антиматериальной" винтовки // ТАСС от 10 августа 2020
- Александр Макаров. Полк высоких технологий. Силы специальных операций // журнал "Спецназ", июль 2011
- "Post 26/11, India turns to Russia for small weapons". Retrieved 26 November 2014.
- "Syria troops besiege town near Damascus". The Daily Star Newspaper - Lebanon. Retrieved 26 November 2014.
- http://defence-blog.com/army/vietnam-unveiled-new-heavy-sniper-rifle-produced-under-licence-from-russia.html
- https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/11/29/indo-defense-2018-vietnamese-small-arms-part-two-grenade-launchers-galil-aces-and-osv-96s/
External links
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- Koll, Christian (2009). Soviet Cannon - A Comprehensive Study of Soviet Arms and Ammunition in Calibres 12.7mm to 57mm. Austria: Koll. p. 71. ISBN 978-3-200-01445-9.