Kongsberg Vaapenfabrikk · Sniper-Rifle · Out Of Production · 1930
| Weight (empty) | 5200 g (183.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1120 mm (44.09") |
| Barrel Length | 750 mm (29.53") |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 800 m/s (2625 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2905 J (2143 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 600 m (656 yd) |
| Frame Material | Steel |
Primary Caliber: 6.5x55mm Swedish
The Krag-Jorgensen M1930 Sniper is a Norwegian precision rifle based on the Krag-Jorgensen M1894 action, developed as an improved sniper variant after the earlier M1923 and M1925 models proved unreliable in field conditions. Manufactured by Kongsberg Vaapenfabrikk between 1930 and 1939, only 466 examples were produced, making it one of the rarest purpose-built sniper rifles of the interwar period. The M1930 featured a heavy barrel, refined sporting-style stock, improved sights, and a fine-tuned ...
Country of Origin: Norway
Designer: Ole Herman Johannes Krag / Erik Jorgensen