C.G. Haenel · Sniper-Rifle · In Production · 2017
| Weight (empty) | 7540 g (266.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1300 mm (51.18") |
| Barrel Length | 690 mm (27.17") |
| Magazine Capacity | 10 rounds |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 900 m/s (2953 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 6570 J (4846 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
Primary Caliber: .338 Lapua Magnum
The Haenel RS9 is a bolt-action long-range sniper rifle chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum, adopted by the German Bundeswehr as the G29 in 2016. The rifle features a manually operated rotary bolt with 6 radial locking lugs at the front, providing a strong and reliable lockup for the high-pressure .338 Lapua Magnum cartridge. The 690mm cold hammer-forged barrel incorporates 6-groove rifling with a 1:10 inch (254mm) right-hand twist rate optimized for heavy .338 Lapua projectiles. At 7.54 kg empty, th...
Country of Origin: Germany