M1903A1 (USMC Unertl)

Springfield Armory · Sniper-Rifle · Out Of Production · 1942

Weight (empty)3940 g (139.0 oz)
Overall Length1097 mm (43.19")
Barrel Length610 mm (24.02")
Magazine Capacity5 rounds
Action TypeBolt Action
Firing MechanismStriker Fired
Muzzle Velocity853 m/s (2799 fps)
Muzzle Energy3527 J (2601 ft·lbf)
Effective Range800 m (875 yd)
Frame MaterialSteel

Primary Caliber: .30-06 Springfield

The M1903A1 with Unertl 8x scope is the legendary USMC sniper rifle of World War II and the Korean War, representing the Marines' independent approach to precision shooting that diverged from the U.S. Army's standardized M1903A4. Built on carefully selected M1903A1 Springfield rifles with the Type C pistol-grip stock, the rifles were fitted with the high-quality 8-power John Unertl target scope on externally adjustable mounts at the USMC Philadelphia Depot beginning in late 1942. The combination...

Country of Origin: United States

Designer: Springfield Armory / USMC Ordnance