FN Herstal · Sniper-Rifle · In Production · 2011
| Weight (empty) | 6800 g (239.9 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1245 mm (49.02") |
| Barrel Length | 686 mm (27.01") |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 915 m/s (3002 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 6785 J (5004 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
Primary Caliber: .338 Lapua Magnum
The FN Ballista is a multi-caliber modular bolt-action precision rifle developed by FN Herstal as their entry into the U.S. SOCOM Precision Sniper Rifle competition. Designed from the ground up for military and law enforcement use, the Ballista features a quick-change barrel system enabling caliber conversion between .338 Lapua Magnum, .300 Winchester Magnum, and .308 Winchester without tools. The rifle incorporates a hydraulic recoil buffer system that significantly reduces felt recoil in the ....
Country of Origin: Belgium