Mauser Model 1895

Mauser · Rifle · Out Of Production · 1895

Weight (empty)3900 g (137.6 oz)
Overall Length1220 mm (48.03")
Barrel Length740 mm (29.13")
Magazine Capacity5 rounds
Action TypeBolt Action
Firing MechanismHammer Fired
Muzzle Velocity700 m/s (2297 fps)
Muzzle Energy2744 J (2024 ft·lbf)
Effective Range500 m (547 yd)
Frame MaterialSteel

Primary Caliber: 7x57mm Mauser

The Mauser Model 1895 is a 5-round, bolt-action service rifle designed by Paul Mauser as a refined export development of the Model 1893. Chambered in 7x57mm Mauser, it featured Mauser's famed flush staggered-column internal box magazine fed via stripper clip. Adopted by Spain, Chile, the Boer republics, Mexico, and Serbia among others, it built the Mauser company's reputation as the world's premier bolt-action manufacturer. Spanish forces used it against the United States in the Spanish-American...

Country of Origin: Germany

Designer: Paul Mauser