Noreen ULR
Noreen Firearms · Sniper Rifle · In Production · 2010
Also known as: ULR, Ultra Long Range, Noreen .50 BMG
Overview
The Noreen ULR (Ultra Long Range) is a precision bolt-action rifle chambered in .50 BMG, designed by Noreen Firearms for extreme long-range shooting and competition. Featuring a 34-inch match-grade barrel, the ULR is built to maximize the ballistic potential of the .50 BMG cartridge for distances exceeding 2,000 meters. The rifle is primarily marketed to civilian long-range shooting enthusiasts and competitors, offering exceptional accuracy from a relatively affordable .50 BMG platform.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 14500 g (511.5 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 15100 g (532.6 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1473 mm (57.99") |
| Barrel Length | 864 mm (34.02") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Muzzle Velocity | 880 m/s (2887 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 18500 J (13645 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 2000 m (2187 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 5000 m (5468 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 381 mm (15.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 8 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Aluminum Chassis |
| Finish | Cerakote |
Calibers
- 12.7x99mm NATO · primary · 12.7x99mm NATO — also known as .50 BMG, .50 Browning Machine Gun, 12.7x99mm, .50 caliber
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Muzzle Brake, Picatinny Rail, Bipod Mount, Adjustable Stock, Match Grade Barrel, Threaded Barrel
Variants
- Noreen ULR .416 Barrett — Alternate Caliber
Production
Production years: 2010-present
Small-batch production for civilian long-range shooting market.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: Peter Noreen
Notes
The Noreen ULR features a 34-inch barrel, one of the longest available in any .50 BMG rifle, which extracts maximum velocity from the cartridge. The rifle uses a single-shot bolt action for maximum rigidity and accuracy. Multiple caliber options are available including .416 Barrett. The adjustable stock and chassis system allow extensive customization for individual shooter preferences.
Background
The Noreen ULR's 34-inch barrel squeezes every last foot-per-second from the .50 BMG cartridge, making it a favorite among extreme long-range competition shooters who push the limits of the caliber well beyond 2,000 meters. It represents the civilian market's answer to military-grade long-range capability at a fraction of the cost of purpose-built military systems.