Krag-Jorgensen M1930 Sniper

Kongsberg Vaapenfabrikk · Sniper-Rifle · Out Of Production · 1930

Weight (empty)5200 g (183.4 oz)
Overall Length1120 mm (44.09")
Barrel Length750 mm (29.53")
Magazine Capacity5 rounds
Action TypeBolt Action
Firing MechanismStriker Fired
Muzzle Velocity800 m/s (2625 fps)
Muzzle Energy2905 J (2143 ft·lbf)
Effective Range600 m (656 yd)
Frame MaterialSteel

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