Krieghoff Semprio
Heinrich Krieghoff Waffenfabrik · Rifle · In Production · 2007
Also known as: Semprio In-Line Repeater
Overview
The Krieghoff Semprio is a German in-line repeating hunting rifle chambered in .30-06 Springfield among other calibers. Introduced in 2007, it uses a distinctive manually operated in-line action in which the entire barrel-and-forestock assembly is pushed forward to eject the spent case and pulled rearward to chamber the next round from the detachable box magazine, enabling extremely fast, sight-picture-preserving follow-up shots. It features tool-free takedown with interchangeable barrels, a universal trigger, and a combi-cocking device, making it a compact and packable rifle favored for driven hunts.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3400 g (119.9 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1040 mm (40.94") |
| Barrel Length | 550 mm (21.65") |
| Action Type | Straight Pull |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 880 m/s (2887 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 4515 J (3330 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 300 m (328 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Black Anodized |
Calibers
- .30-06 Springfield · primary — also known as 30-06, .30-06 Sprg, 7.62x63mm
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Combi Cocking Device
- Features: In Line Repeater, Interchangeable Barrels, Tool Free Takedown, Forward Push Pull Operation, Universal Trigger, Quick Detach Scope Mount, Ambidextrous Operation
Service history
Operators
- Civilian hunters
Production
Production years: 2007-present
Sporting/hunting rifle produced in Ulm, Germany
Origin
Country of origin: Germany
Designer: H. Krieghoff GmbH
Notes
The in-line operating principle keeps the shooter's cheek weld and scope picture largely undisturbed during cycling, unlike a conventional bolt action. Offered in standard calibers (4+1) and magnum calibers such as 7mm Rem Mag, .300 Win Mag and .375 Ruger (3+1) with 50 cm, 55 cm or 63 cm barrels.
Background
H. Krieghoff, founded in 1886 and long renowned for high-grade break-action shotguns and double rifles, unveiled the Semprio at IWA 2007 as a radical rethink of the repeating rifle, replacing the traditional bolt with a barrel assembly that the hunter slides forward and back for near-instant follow-up shots.