Mauser M03
Mauser Jagdwaffen GmbH · Rifle · In Production · 2003
Also known as: Mauser M 03, Mauser M03 Modular
Overview
The Mauser M03 is a German modular switch-barrel bolt-action hunting rifle introduced in 2003. Built around an all-steel action, it pioneered a quick-change barrel and interchangeable bolt-head system that lets a single rifle be reconfigured across calibres from .222 Remington up to .458 Lott. It features a lateral de-cocker, a dedicated quick-detach scope mounting system, a single set trigger and a detachable box magazine, and is offered in numerous stock and barrel configurations.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3630 g (128.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1110 mm (43.70") |
| Barrel Length | 560 mm (22.05") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Set |
| Trigger Pull | 13 N (2.9 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 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 |
| Rifling Twist | 280 mm (11.02") |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
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 Decocker, Firing Pin Safety
- Features: Switch Barrel, Interchangeable Bolt Head, Quick Detach Scope Mount, Single Set Trigger, Lateral Decocker, Modular Stock
Variants
- Mauser M03 Extreme — Synthetic Stock
- Mauser M03 Trail — Lightweight
- Mauser M03 Solid — Varmint
Production
Production years: 2003-present
Offered in many model lines including Extreme, Trail, Solid and Pure
Origin
Country of origin: Germany
Designer: Mauser Jagdwaffen GmbH
Notes
Manufactured within the Mauser/Blaser/Sauer group in Isny, Germany. The switch-barrel design allows the same receiver to cover small-bore, standard and magnum calibres by exchanging the barrel and matching bolt head and magazine.
Background
The M03 revived the Mauser name as a premium modern hunting brand, trading on the company's century-old reputation for bolt-action rifles while introducing a fully modular take-down platform aimed at travelling hunters.